http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Sharon+Hopkins Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=72047&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet Distillation is a method of separation of substances based on differences in their volatilities. Distillation is used in aromatherapy to capture the essential oils from garden flowers and herbs. Once you have extracted the essential oil from the parent plant you can use it in any form that you like.... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Fri, 20 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=94118&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Tui Na Massage Tui Na massage therapy is an ancient form of Chinese massage therapy that has its origins in the Shang Dynasty of China in 1700 BC. It is still taught in Chinese Medical Colleges as a traditional therapy. Tui Na is based on the traditional Chinese medical principle of the flow... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Thu, 19 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=94115&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Watsu Massage Watsu and its associated techniques were developed in the early 1980s by Harold Dull, director of the Harbin School of Shiatsu and Massage, in California. Watsu is an aquatic massage therapy that incorporates the principles of Zen Shiatsu and adapts them for effective use in wa... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Thu, 19 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=94116&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Strain - Counter Strain Strain - Counter Strain is a manual massage technique for relieving musculoskeletal spasms and pain. It is also known as Positional Release. This technique was developed by Dr. Lawrence Jones, an osteopathic doctor in 1981. It is a gentle and safe technique that relie... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Thu, 19 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=94117&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Thai Massage Thai massage is a traditional form of massage therapy that has been used in Thailand for centuries. In Thailand, it is called “Nuad Phaen Boran” which means ‘ancient massage’. It is based on the Indian medical system of Ayurveda and incorporates many ancient Indian Yogic techniq... Medicines and Remedies Sharon Hopkins Thu, 28 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=88343&ca=Medicines+and+Remedies What is Sports Massage Therapy An athlete, before a performance, is under immense stress emotionally and physically and the body is also prone to injuries. Practices before the event lead to constant build-up of tension in the muscles and cause stress on joints, ligaments, tendons, as well as the m... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Thu, 28 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=88349&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Chest Massage? A chest massage is very beneficial in relieving congested chests when the drainage points in the circulatory system tend to be very active during certain acute illnesses such as influenza or during menstruation among women. A chest massage is also rendered to infants to relie... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Thu, 28 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=88352&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Abdomen Massage? The abdomen houses vital organs and is a very important part of the body. The abdominal cavity comprises of the stomach, diaphragm, colon, small intestine, liver, pancreas, and gall bladder. The health of the abdomen lies with the stomach, the digestion process and reproduc... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Thu, 28 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=88354&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Face and Head Massage The face represents the person and a healthy face reinstates a healthy mind and body. Though adequate attention is given to face care many massage therapists feel believe that the face is one of the most neglected areas of the body. The reason being attention is given o... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Sharon Hopkins Wed, 27 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=88348&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet What is Neck and Shoulder Massage The neck and the back are the most common areas of the body that are prone to stiffness and accumulated tension. Continuous build up of stress and tension in the neck and shoulder region lead to stiff necks, aching shoulders and headaches .Desk jobs, long working h...