Archive for the ‘Stress Management’ Category

Why You Should Consider Yoga

If you are looking for something to relax you, make you feel whole, balanced, flexible and pain free, you should try yoga.  If you’ve done traditional exercise and got burned out or frustrated with your results, yoga may be the way to go.  Middle aged and starting to “feel your age”?  Try adding a gentle yoga stretch to [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on September 11th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
Posted in Arthritis, Balance / Core Stability, Carpal Tunnel, Pain Management, Stress Management, Weight Loss, Yoga Equipment

Mind Chatter? Quiet your Thoughts

I recently heard on the news that anxiety related doctor visits are on the rise.  Specifially, symptoms like upset stomach, insomnia, panic attacks and muscle aches.  They said that worries about the economy and personal financial turmoil are making people physically sick.  Is the economy making you sick?  If so, how can you be healthy when all you [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on April 7th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
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Posted in Gardening, Stress Management, Yoga Equipment

10 Products to Help you Relax

I wish I had a chill-pill for all you stress monsters out there, especially in these crazy times.  I’d probably pop a few myself.  Alas, most of us could do with fewer vices and more good old fashioned relaxation. Remember, you are no good to anyone unless you’re good to yourself.
Check out our most popular [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on April 7th, 2009 at 12:42 pm
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Posted in Medical Supplies Buyers Guides, Pain Management, Stress Management

Managing Stress: Practical Advice from a Pro

Everybody is experiencing stress at the moment.  We are not just worried about our own situation, but tend to worry about our children, parents and friends as well. The economic insecurities manifest in increased anxiety, insomnia, irritability and feelings of depression and helplessness.

Most of us already implement stress reduction techniques- some helpful, and some [...]

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Posted by Marita Klein on April 6th, 2009 at 5:13 pm
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I’m off my Blood Pressure Meds

I wish I could say exactly how it happened but after four years on Diovan – which had been keeping my blood pressure at right around 120/80 – my BP dropped so low my doc took me completely off of it.   This morning, after not taking the medication for nearly two weeks, my BP was 117/72.  PERFECT!!  [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on April 2nd, 2009 at 4:30 pm
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Posted in High Blood Pressure, Stress Management

Why Your Pillow is Gross and How to Pick a New One

Your pillow is just as important as your mattress when chasing that perfect night’s sleep.  If you have headaches, neck pains, shoulder pains, numbness, sneezing, snoring or wheezing when you wake up, your pillow may not be causing the problem, but it is likely contributing.   
It may be time for a new pillow for several reasons.  Here’s a [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on January 12th, 2009 at 4:38 pm
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Posted in Allergies, Maternity Care, Pain Management, Snoring, Stress Management

Are You Too Stressed? Take the Stress Test!

The textbook definition of stress boils down to “if you’re alive, then you’re stressed”. So, if you say you’re not, then you’re either lying or dead.
Everyone experiences stress and responds to stress differently. How you handle it depending on your physical and mental health at the time. What totally stresses you out might not even [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on October 30th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
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15 Stress Tips that Could Save Your Life

These are all things that I made a priority a few years ago. I stick to them like glue. Since I started using these stress management techniques my outlook on life, my mood, my feelings of well-being and most importantly my health have improved drastically. I hope it can help you too.
1. Exercise. Even a [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on October 30th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
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Allegro’s 10 Most Popular Stress Relief Products

1. Spa-N-A-Box Portable Spa
2. ergoBead Hand Exerciser and Stress Ball
3. Deluxe Handheld Shower Massager
4. Yoga Starter Kit
5. The Original Backnobber II See all Pressure Massagers
6. Soothe-A-Ciser Pillow
7. Cobblestone Mat
8. Spine Worx Back Support Alignment System
9. Stress Buster Ball
10. Free Standing Kick Bag
Don’t know if you’re stressed? Take the Stress Test!
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Posted by Valerie Paxton on October 30th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
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Chill Out with Summer Products from Allegro

Oh Baby, I’m so Hot
It’s getting hot in here. Phoenix, that is. Thank goodness for the Chillow Pillow. Regular pillows trap heat, which can make for a really uncomfortable night. The Chillow’s patented technology provides a unique fluid-cool, cushioning memory foam effect that is steady and long lasting. It requires no electricity, is noiseless, non-toxic [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on June 13th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
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Posted in General Interest, Parenting Support, Seasonal Items, Stress Management, Travel Aids

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