Lymph Drainage: What Does it Really Do?
One of the many types of massage therapy you can opt for is something called “lymphatic drainage” massage. What is this, really? And does it...
At Amethyst Holistic Skin Solutions, we believe in “whole body health.” Each part of your body is connected to every other part, and the health of one part affects the whole and visa versa. That’s why we offer articles on a wide variety of health and lifestyle topics.
What do Nutrition Experts Agree On
Navigating diet advice is hard! There is so much conflicting diet advice out there: Should you go “Keto” and eat more meat and protein? or...
Is a Sauna Good for Your Health and Skin?
How does exposure to heat in a sauna affect your health and skin? Sauna devotees and sauna manufacturers make many claims for the health benefits...
The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique
Most people take their breathing for granted as an automatic function that keeps them alive, nothing more. However, ancient cultures saw breath very differently. In...
Manuka Honey: How and Why it Works on Itch
Honey has been used as a natural medicine for centuries and is a home remedy for sore throats, allergies, and the common cold. It’s also...
Mushrooms, Like You, Make Vitamin D from Sunshine
Mushrooms certainly have some haters out there, although we don’t understand why! But for those of us who love them, there’s even more to love...
Do Liver Cleanses Work?
“Liver cleanses” are a popular product at health food stores and through online health entrepreneurs. The theory behind all of them is that disease or...
What Your Skin Needs in Winter
Welcome to winter and its special beauty and calm. What does winter mean for your skin health? Let’s take a look at what changes many...
Chi: Your Body’s Inner Healer
All Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture and herbal medicine, is based on the concept of the invisible life force in our body, called “Chi”...