What is holistic medicine? This approach to wellness focuses on treating the whole patient, not merely the symptoms of their disease. As such, it stands in stark contrast to many western techniques, which compartmentalizes problems — a broken leg or an anxious mind. The ever-emerging science teaches us that the human body works together as a [...]
The health and wellness industry is booming. As the average life expectancy grows, individuals search for methods of improving their mobility and mental stability over the years. Fortunately, professionals discovered various activities that enhance humans' happiness, fitness level, and safety throughout all age groups. Did you know: Reducing your meat consumption lowers your risk for cancer, [...]
A healthy bedtime routine is essential to a good night's sleep. Before we climb into bed each night, we must prepare for sleep both mentally and physically. Performing breathing exercises can help reduce stress, and putting away our cell phones can improve melatonin production, both of which can result in better quality rest. Without these small, [...]
We are delighted to welcome Donna Perrone to Urban Naturale. Donna Perrone is the founder of Gravity East Village, a very special wellness center located in New York City. She is a certified Colon Hydro-therapist offering Gravity Method Colonics, Far Infrared Sauna sessions, Coffee Enema Session, Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Nutritional Counseling & Cleansing Programs as well [...]
CBD is the hottest new trend in the wellness market, and it is now available in a wide range of products and solutions. The compound is derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, but unlike THC, the cannabinoid Cannabidiol (CBD) does not make you feel hallucinogenic and is not illegal. Many CBD users report that it is [...]
Students are increasingly strapped for time, with constraints like part-time jobs, buoyant social lives and the demands of their university courses all taking away from their free time. This means that they often neglect their mental and physical wellbeing, leaving them drained and prone to stress. With the number of students experiencing stress ‘alarming high’ in [...]
“What we don’t understand, we fear. What we fear, we judge as evil. What we judge as evil, we attempt to control. And what we cannot control, we attack.” - Unknown Author This is very appropriate when it comes to medical marijuana's therapeutic benefits. Some praise marijuana’s therapeutic benefits to the skies; while some see [...]
Is it just a coincidence that people tend to be healthiest when they’re feeling happy and fulfilled? Or is it a chicken-and-the-egg scenario where people feel happy because they’re healthy? Is there really a link between mood and wellness? While there’s no way to ensure permanent well-being, studies have shown that a positive attitude and outlook [...]
Though technology can be used to improve our lives in certain ways, sometimes ditching it is necessary for our well-being. We may need time to recover or just time to spend in nature. Sometimes we just get bored looking at screens, no matter what’s put on them. Whether you just want some contact with other humans, [...]
