by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Nov 7, 2018 | Holistic Health, Massage, Stress, Wellness, Whole Health
Massage has been practiced for thousands of years and is considered part of complementary & alternative medicine. It involves the manipulation of the soft body tissue (muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments) using varying degrees of pressure &...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Oct 30, 2018 | Dental Health, Halloween, Halloween Candy, Holistic Halloween Tips
Originally published in Reader’s Digest (https://www.rd.com/health/healthcare/worst-halloween-candy-for-your-teeth) BY CARLY ZINDERMAN Enjoying Halloween candy is part of the fun of the holiday, along with costumes and pumpkins. But too much candy can lead to...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Oct 10, 2018 | Mental Health, World Mental Health Day
“YOUNG PEOPLE AND MENTAL HEALTH IN A CHANGING WORLD” Adolescence and the early years of adulthood are a time of life when many changes occur, for example changing schools, leaving home, and starting university or a new job. For many, these are...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Oct 2, 2018 | Celiac Disease, Gluten, Gluten Sensitivity
SOURCE: https://celiac.org Gluten is a general name for the proteins found in wheat, rye, barley and triticale – a cross between wheat and rye. Gluten helps foods maintain their shape, acting as a glue that holds food together. Gluten can be found in many types...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Aug 29, 2018 | Healthy Eating, Holistic Health Tips, Summer Cookout, Whole Health
It’s hard to believe that 8 months of the year have gone by. As we celebrate the end of summer, many will enjoy cookouts and social gatherings this Labor Day weekend. Here are some tips on how to enjoy the holiday weekend while maintaining healthy habits. Don’t Go...