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Posted on 27 May 2009
Aromatherapy is probably a word you have heard many times before. There is a science behind the term, it does not simply mean, “things that smell good make you feel good,” even though that is true. Aromatherapy and the related science of aromachology are actual studies of scent and the psychological effects of scent on [...] Continue Reading...
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Posted on 22 May 2009
I recently had the pleasure of spending some quality time in an absolutely great sofa from Ekornes, a Norwegian manufacturer that specializes in ergonomic seating. The Stressless line is a very high quality versatile grouping that offers high and low back recliners with articulating headrests and lumbar supports. With a simple push the seats recline [...] Continue Reading...
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Posted on 22 May 2009
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Ergonomics applies the principles of biology, psychology, anatomy and physiology to get rid of conditions from the work environment that may cause workers to experience discomfort, fatigue or poor health. Ergonomics helps reduce stress and eliminate many potential injuries and disorders associated with the overuse of muscles, bad postures and repeated tasks. The [...] Continue Reading...
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Posted on 22 May 2009
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All you need to know to begin undoing what stress has been doing to you is how to systematically relax all the muscles in your body. Here is how you do it.
Find a quiet place where you will not be disturbed for about 15 minutes. Dim the lights. Locate a [...] Continue Reading...
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Posted on 17 May 2009
The Amazon River Basin is home to the largest rainforest on Earth. The basin — roughly the size of the forty-eight contiguous United States — covers some 40% of the South American continent and includes parts of eight South American countries: Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, and Suriname, as well as French Guiana, [...] Continue Reading...
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