Cudly Massage and Wellness: Helping You Live Healthier

As mentioned in our previous post, Enjoy Life with Fitness and Massage , diseases associated with chronic inflammation are the most common health problems we face here in America. Examples include: diabetes, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease (including heart disease), disease of blood vessels, heart attacks, stroke, elevated blood pressure, peripheral artery disease, rheumatic heart disease and congenital heart disease. Other health issues associated with chronic inflammation include weight gain, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune disease, Alzheimer’s, and even cancer are linked to elevated levels of oxidative stress in the body. So, how does massage therapy help with all this? I think we all know massage helps relieve muscle tension; it also increases circulation - even to areas of your body unable to increase on its own; and with modification can treat specific issues and disorders including it's effect the nervous system. Today we are going to concentrat

Oil of the month: TEA TREE Tea Tree ( Melaleuca Alternifolia ) is a very versatile oil with many skin and immune benefits. It’s earthy awakening aroma is great to add to any beauty routine. ·   Minor rash, skin irritation or bug bite- apply 1-2 drops to area and gently massage to help clear up skin. ·   It has a long history of clearing up skin or nail fungus as well as lice. Apply neat (no carrier oil) to affected area. ·    Is great to add to your own homemade bug spray to deter those pesky insects.