Music Therapy

The roots of music therapy dates back as far as 25,000 years. Music has the ability to calm, cajole and rejuvenate the soul; hence there were serenades and lullabies.  But it is only these recent years that man starts to view music seriously as a form of therapy as they found music to have a profound effect on our psyche and body. They begun to study and document the effects of music in methodology, which leaves the healing power of music no room for doubt. There are serious music therapy courses in the best universities now and a growing field of health care openings for music therapists.

Research has shown that music has a profound effect on our body and psyche. Studies has shown that music with a fast and strong beat can stimulate brainwaves and breathing to resonate in sync with the beat, with faster beats bringing sharper concentration and more alert thinking, while a slower tempo promotes a more calm and meditative state.

It is an established fact that music helps all living creatures – from plants, animals and infants – to rejuvenate and grow. Music alters mood swings, induces sleep, heals the ailing, and creates the moods. Music therapy is a process in which a trained music therapist uses the magic of music effectively to help clients improve their health be it from the physical, emotional, mental, social, aesthetics or the spiritual from.  Those who practice music therapy are using the healing power of music to help cancer patients, migraine patients and children with ADD. Even the hospitals are using music therapy to help reduce depression and for pain management. Holistic spas are also using it widely while providing their massages or spa treatments for their clients, so their clients get more relaxed inevitably.

With all these wonderful benefits that music carries, it’s no surprise that music therapy is gaining popularity. Music therapy is no doubt an important benefit which you can also use for yourself and love ones daily.

Go on a Vacation

Free your mind and go on a much deserved vacation.

Everyone needs a break from their work and daily routine. There are chronic workaholics who do not know how to leave their work and as a result suffered from enormous stress. At the extreme end, some committed suicide and others have their ailments prolonged and suffered as a result of not taking a break to relax.

It is important to recognise that you need a break before your system breaks down, fall sick and feel burn out and worn out mentally and physically. We get to live only once, so do not torture yourself and your love ones by bringing work back, feeling stressed and vexed. It is worst if you vent your frustration at them. Work- life balance is vital so it is best to embrace it well as it will have a lasting impact on you and your love ones.

Plan and go on a vacation, regardless whether it is going to be long or short one, with your love ones or family. Discuss where to go, what to bring and how to spend the days there and bag a totally awesome experience from the vacation. Be spontaneous, have fun and relax. Enjoy the bonding time and discovery of the new place with them. Recharge, revitalise and rejuvenate during the trip. A good vacation develops strong bonding with your love ones and creates pleasant memories for all involved. You also reaped emotional and physical health benefits when you enjoyed a great vacation.

Cranberry Juice Benefits

Cranberry juice was first made in 1683 by American settlers.

There are many benefits of cranberry juice as listed below.

1) Getting rid of Urinary Tract Infection

Cranberry juice has been reputed for its amazing healing properties in getting rid of urinary tract infections caused by a strain of E coli bacteria. The compound called Proanthocyanidins (PACs) in the juice block the bacteria from sticking to the cells in infected area, so that the body can flush the bacteria out easily. The anti-adhesion properties of cranberry also inhibit the bacteria, often associated with gum disease and stomach ulcers.

2) Anti- aging and Emulsify Fats

Cranberry juice is rich in Vitamin C and organic acids. It not only helps in anti- aging but these acids also emulsify the fat deposits in our body and help to reduce weight. For those who want to shed those extra kilos, it is another reason to drink up. However, it is important to drink the unsweetened juice as an overdose of sweetened cranberry juice can cause obesity due to its high sugar content.

3) Fight Nose and Throat Disease

Studies have also shown that one of the many benefits of cranberry juice is that it helps to fight strains of the Haemophilus Influenzae bacteria found in the nose and throat of most of the healthy children and adults. This bacteria can cause painful respiratory and ear infections in children. Cranberry inhibits the bacteria from infecting the cells, by not letting their hair like structure (called pili) to attach themselves to the cell surface.

4) Prevent Kidney Stones

Some medical professionals also believe that the quinic acid abundant in cranberry helps to prevent  kidney stones.

There are many benefits of cranberry juice, so drink up today!