August
Does Massage Help Back Pain?
Skincare: Microdermabrasion Defined
General Wellness: 6 Healthy Eating Tips for Active Adults
Tidbits: Women's Health
Day Spa News: Does Massage Help Back Pain? Two Studies Say Yes!
Randomized trial comparing traditional Chinese medical acupuncture, therapeutic massage, and self-care education for chronic low back pain
A Review of the Evidence for the Effectiveness, Safety, and Cost of Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, and Spinal Manipulation for Back Pain
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Day Spa News: Skincare: Microdermabrasion Defined
Microdermabrasion is effective in reducing fine lines, "crow’s feet," age spots and acne scars. It stimulates the production of skin cells and collagen. It has proven to be a very popular nonsurgical cosmetic procedure; see current American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) statistics.
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Day Spa News: 6 Healthy Eating Tips for Active Adults
For active adults it’s important to make sure you are getting the proper nutrition for your pre-meal and post-meal workouts. Here are 6 healthy eating tips to keep you on track!
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Tidbits: Women's Health
Source: Harris Interactive
Percentage of women who say they eat healthy: 66
Percentage of women who are satisfied with their weight: 58
Percentage of women who have tried a fad diet: 80
Percentage of women who prefer to nibble all day at work instead of eating lunch: 29
Amount adults spent on fast food in 1970: $6 billion
Amount adults spent on fast food in 2000: $110 billion