Make a Castor Oil Pack for Healing

Castor oil has a long history of traditional medical use dating back to ancient Egypt.

Castor oil packs are used to stimulate the liver, relieve pain, increase lymphatic circulation, reduce inflammation and improve digestion.

A pack can be placed on:
· the right side of the abdomen to stimulate the liver;
· inflamed and swollen joints, bursitis, and muscle strains;
· the abdomen to relieve constipation and other digestive disorders;
· the lower abdomen in cases of menstrual irregularities and uterine and ovarian cysts.

Materials:
(**Note - You can find castor oil and pre-cut wool pads at your local health food store)
Three layers of wool or cotton flannel large enough to cover the affected area
Castor oil
Plastic wrap cut 1-2' larger than the flannel (can be cut from a plastic bag)
Heating Pad
Container with lid
Old clothes and sheets. Castor oil will stain clothing and bedding.

1. Place the flannel in the container. Soak it in castor oil so that it is saturated, but not dripping.

2. Place the pack over the affected body part.

3. Cover with plastic.

4. Place the heating pad over the pack. Leave it on for 45-60 minutes and rest.

5. After removing the pack, clean the area with soap and warm water.

6. Store the pack in the covered container in the refrigerator. Each pack may be reused up to 25-30 times.

It is generally recommended that a castor oil pack be used for 3 to 7 days in a week to treat a health condition or for detox.

Castor oil should not be taken internally. It should not be applied to broken skin, or used during pregnancy, breastfeeding or during menstrual flow.

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Simple Suggestions to Relieve Workplace Stress

Mishell Elliston of eightlim yoga in Central Phoenix offers tips to combat daily work stresses:

Create your work environment:
1. Take breaks throughout the day. It will help clear your mind and relieve pressure. Something as simple as going to the water cooler for a drink may do the trick.

2. Enroll in a noontime or an after-work yoga class. This will give you a chance to unwind and a way to relieve stress.

3. To help your workday go smoothly, try pacing your activities: do more demanding work in the morning, when your energy level is higher, and less demanding work later in the day, when you may be tired.

4. Get to work early or stay late once a week. Vary your routine.

If your stress comes from job insecurity, take stock of yourself. Update your resume and remind yourself of your skills and strengths. Also, make sure you keep up with new developments in your field. This will make you valuable to employers.

There's no better time to kick-start your yoga practice. Sign up for a 30 day intro offer for $30.00. Mention this newsletter upon sign up. Call 480-861-5148.

Is Your Office Ergonomically Correct?

Low back pain, wrist & arm pain and neck pain are among the top 10 complaints from workers who sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time. With the proper workstation and techniques, these problems can easily be avoided. Here are several tips by AWE Corporate Interiors in Phoenix.

• Adjust the height of your chair so that your feet are resting firmly on the floor.
• The depth of your seat should allow the back of your knees to extend beyond the edge of your seat and your thighs should be parallel to the floor.
• Your forearms should be at least 90-100% to your upper arm and your wrists should not be angled up or down.
• Set the height of your work surface so that you will not be slumping or straining forward. Arrange commonly used items so that they are within arms reach.
• The top one-third of your computer screen should be at or just below eye-level. The distance between your eyes and the monitor should be 18" or more.

AWE is a commercial furnituredealership that boasts a team with over 20 years experience in the industry. They create Aesthetic Working Environments and provide innovative design services, superior office furniture and comprehensive project management. AWE offers local and national clients a one-stop resource, regardless of budget, project size or style. For a complimentary ergonomic assessment of your office contact AWE at 602-841-7480.

Shape up for Men's Health Week

Men's Health Week is June 15-21. The goal of this national holiday is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.

Here are a few tips on how you can make simple, yet impactful changes.

• Plan a 'Wear Blue' Day. Choose an organization to raise money for like the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Create teams, set your goal amount and pick a day to go all out from blue accessories to head-to-toe blue work attire. Make it fun! Put together a contest for the best 'Blue' attire.


• Set up an educational men's health presentation, such as a nutrition or stress-reduction seminar, or healthy cooking class.


• Try a new sport or activity like Yoga, Karate or Tai Chi. Bring an instructor in to the office for everyone to participate.


• Schedule a screening, such as heart attack or stroke to identify any risk and take action immediately.

Most importantly, take care of yourself and treat YOU right! For more ideas or resources, please contact us.

Father's Day Massage!

Father's Day is June 21st. Make Dad happy with a nurturing massage! It's a great way to say thanks for his support and for always being there!

Special: Saturday, June 20th and Sunday, June 21st
Any 1-hour massage at our Central Phoenix location is just $49!

Contact us for details. Schedule soon! We book up quickly during this special holiday.

Martial Arts Classes FREE

Kick Off Summer...Literally

With two-weeks of FREE martial arts classes at Way of the Dragon Karate in Phoenix.

Always wanted to learn martial arts but don't know what system fits you best?
Need to get in shape for swimsuit season?
Kids want a new summer activity or sport?

From June 1st - 13th, Way of the Dragon is offering every class from kids classes to women's self defense to conditioning for FREE!

COME CHECK IT OUT!

SE corner of 32nd St/Greenway

15227 N. 32nd St.

Phoenix, AZ 85032

602-971-9810

Job Depression

The thought of another Monday morning can always be somewhat of a downer. But according to a study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration, some careers seem to cause more depression than others. Personal care and service workers ranging from child caregivers to beauty salon technicians reported a depression rate of nearly 11 percent. Engineers and architects were on the low end with rates of just over four percent. Lower incomes, part-time hours and age are thought to be the main contributing factors.