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How to Beat Summer Back Pain

Long, hot summer days bring out the weekend warrior in many of us with weekends spent playing tennis, golf, volleyball, or surfing, and weekdays spent recovering from an aching back. Ouch! Many people dont realize the importance of the spine in the well-being of their entire body until something hurts. Actually, pain in the back is more than just a physical problem. Its also a manifestation of anxiety and pressure, as emotional distress often surfaces in the body as chronic back pain.

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Hot Stones for the Feet

When you consider the complexity of the human foot, which contains more than 100 tendons and has 33 joints and 26 bones, it’s no wonder that feet suffer from daily wear and tear. Problems with your feet may contribute to other health problems, too. Using hot stones for your feet is one way to help maintain foot health, and it can help you relax, too. You can follow several techniques for hot rock massage, depending on personal preference.

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Pregnancy Skin Care Tips

One unfortunate side effect many women experience during pregnancy is changes in their skin. Increased estrogen production makes skin oily and prone to breakouts, while the expanding breasts and abdomen feel tight and itchy. Pregnancy skin care is especially important to keep it in good condition. Take comfort. Negative symptoms usually subside following delivery, and the skin returns to its normal condition.

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Relieving Stress With a Foot Massage

It is easy to get stressed these days, especially when the kids are running around in different directions, the economy is shaky and you have to work overtime just to pay the bills. Take some time to relax. You may not be able to completely banish stress from your life, but you can find temporary relief. One of the best ways to relieve stress is through massage. A simple foot massage can do wonders for you and is an inexpensive (or free if you do it yourself) and quick remedy.