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5-HTP As A Complementary And Alternative Medicine
What is 5-HTP? n 5-HTP is a chemical precursor to the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter responsible for positive mood balance. 5-HTP stands for 5 hydroxy-L-tryptophan. L-tryptophan is an amino acid found in lean meats that combines with vitamin C to produce serotonin. 5-HTP is produced naturally within the body, but it can also be extracted from the seeds of the Griffonia simplificifolia tree and used as a dietary supplement that supports a positive neurotransmitter
February 28, 2008
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Is It Time To Change Careers?
We all want to feel a sense of meaning and purpose as we go through our daily lives. It is living with purpose that supports true wellbeing—mind, body and spirit. Nowhere is this more evident than in our Occupational Wellness. Think about it. Have you ever had a job where you felt understimulated, underappreciated or underutilized? Have you ever sat at a desk all day, distracting yourself with Internet surfing or sneaking personal phone conversations, just waiting for t
February 28, 2008
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Valerian Root As A Complementary And Alternative Medicine
Valerian Root as a Complementary and Alternative Medicine n Valerian root gets its name from the Latin “valere,” which means “well-being.” It has traditionally been used for its sedative qualities to help provide relief from stress and anxiety, heart palpitations, insomnia, mild depression, and restlessness. Modern research has shown strong evidence that supports these usages. Recent study has shown that taking Valerian Root has a mildly sedative effec
September 11, 2007
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Finding Balance With The 7 Aspects of Wellness
Finding Balance With The 7 Aspects of Wellness n There is a simple road map that can guide you on the journey toward more balanced living. The 7 Aspects of Wellness are your key to harmonizing all the major life areas that work together to create a whole and complete life. n Balance is based in total wellness, and total wellness is more than just emotional health or physical fitness. The 7 Aspects—Emotional, Physical, Intellectual, Social, Environmental, Occupational an
September 11, 2007
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What is Wellness?
Wellness can be a difficult term to define. What one person considers wellness may differ greatly from another’s definition. Some may think only of physical health, while others may think of a more general and ambiguous feeling of overall well-being. n Defining wellness is the first step toward finding wellness. It’s important that we find an open definition that provides guidance for working toward wellness while allowing each individual to make their own choices
July 17, 2007