Amber Riley
CSN, CPT, CHSMS, RM/T, MH
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Reiki Master/ Teacher, Certified Holistic Stress Management Specialist, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Sports Nutritionist Expert
Amber Riley Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Holistic Stress Management, Aromatherapy, Reiki
- Career Focus
- Author
Certifications
Reiki Master/ Teacher trained in the traditional Usui Shiki Ryoho style- Obtained April, 2004
Certified Holistic Stress Management Specialist- Obtained July, 2007
Diploma in Fitness and Nutrition- Obtained January, 2008
Personal Trainer Certification- Obtained April, 2009
Sports Nutritionist Certification- Obtained April 2009
Diploma in Aromatherapy- Obtained December 2013
Fields of study: herbal medicine, aromatherapy, reiki, stress management, holistic health, fitness and nutrition
Experience: 20+ years in the medical field, 15+ years as a medical content writer
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Taking Care of a Cold, Naturally
The cold and flu season is officially upon us. However, you can be fully prepared to fight off an attack of the sniffles naturally by using some (or all) of the methods described below. Nasal/ Chest Congestion:
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Losing Fat and Inches with All Natural Body Wraps
You may have seen advertisements for a very popular brand of body wrap that you can perform at home that claims to flush out toxins and remove unwanted fat and inches using “all natural” ingredients. While most of these ingredients ARE natural, there are several that aren’t.
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Cleansing Your Skin with Oil
Most people have the belief that in order to cleanse their skin properly, they must use a cleanser that leaves their skin ‘squeaky clean’ to ensure they have removed all traces of pore clogging oil. This is a misconception. One of the most basic principles of chemistry is ‘like dissolves like’. The best way to remove pore clogging oil from your face is quite simple, but can be mind boggling to some- cleanse your face with oil.
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Natural Methods for Treating Cervical Disc Degeneration
Cervical disc degeneration (CDD) is a painful condition that affects the C1-C7 vertebrae of the neck. The most common signs are pain and a stiff or inflexible neck. If the discs have started to degenerate further, the sufferer may experience weakness, numbness or tingling in their neck, shoulders or arms. This is a direct result of a nerve being pinched or irritated.
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The One and Only Way to Lose Weight and Keep It Off
It’s the beginning of a new year and the foremost thing on a lot of people’s minds is losing those excess holiday pounds. Weight loss is the #1 New Year’s resolution, yet most people give up on their diet well before the end of January rolls around. The main reason of their failure is they either go all out with a new workout routine and their diet is lacking, or it’s the other way around- going on a strict diet but not exercising. Weight loss is a total body and mind effort. The only way to lose weight properly and keep it off is to use a totally holistic approach.
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Supporting Your Thyroid with Proper Nutrition
One of the most common ailments today is an under or over active thyroid. It is also one of the easiest to fix. Most thyroid problems are caused by a lack of iodine. In today’s times, the soil in which our food grows has become so depleted of its essential nutrients that it is no wonder why so many people are stricken with thyroid based issues. By using proper nutrition high in foods that support your thyroid, you can easily bring your body back into balance.
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Unseen Stressors
Stress. Think about that word and picture in your mind what it means to you- driving home in heavy traffic, having a bad day at work or having to wait in a long line at the super market. All of these scenarios are common every day stressors that most people think about when they hear the word ‘stress’. But, after hearing that word, have you ever pictured your family pet, Facebook or how you sometimes have a tendency to over eat at lunch time? Whether you realize it or not, unseen stressors can tax your mind and body harder than the obvious ones.
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What Makes a Good Multivitamin?
You probably remember hearing your mother say “Take your vitamins” every day. And you did. Those delightful children’s vitamins in the shape of Fred Flintstone and Bugs Bunny were fun to take and tasted good too. But as you grew up, your body’s needs changed. And so did your vitamins. Now, there are so many vitamins on the market it can be hard to decide which one to try. You no longer only have to make the decision betwee Fred and Bugs. The following information will hopefully make it a little easier to decide which vitamins to purchase.
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Favorite Quotes & Thoughts from Amber Riley
This above all, to thine own self be true.- William Shakespeare
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. - Helen Keller
Contacting Amber Riley
Email: thespirithealer@yahoo.com