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Andrea Petersen: Posted on Monday, March 19, 2012 11:00 AM
While massage may have developed a reputation as a decadent treat for people who love pampering, new studies are showing it has a wide variety of tangible health benefits.Research over the past couple of years has found that massage therapy boosts immune function in women with breast cancer, improves symptoms in children with asthma, and increases grip strength in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. Giving massages to the littlest patients, premature babies, helped in the crucial task of gaining weight. |
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Posted on Wednesday, February 08, 2012 11:37 AM
Why should I shop local? One reason is that shopping at an independent business, instead of a chain, generates far more benefit for your local economy. Several recentstudieshave found that a dollar spent at a locally owned business generates 2-3 times as much local economic activity as a dollar spent at a chain and supports many more local jobs. Another compelling reason to go local this year is to make the holidays fun again. Who wants to sit in traffic at the mall? It’s so much more rewarding to stroll through the small stores in your neighborhood or downtown. |
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Posted on Friday, July 22, 2011 4:27 PM
A soothing massage can help you unwind, but that's not all.
Explore the possible health benefits and risks of massage therapy, plus what to expect.
Massage is no longer available only through luxury spas and upscale health clubs. Today, massage therapy is offered in businesses, clinics, hospitals and even airports. If you've never tried massage, learn about the possible health benefits of massage and what to expect during a massage therapy session.What is massage?Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. |
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