Aug 4, 2015 | Health & Wellness
enstrual pain and cramps are not a monster to play with. They come at the worst time and have a way of slowing your day and keeping you parked on the couch. But you have the right to find relief faster and without extra drugs. Not all women are aware of how much power they have over their body’s health and wellness. We’re here to educate you because you deserve it.
So for your convenience, we have compiled a small yet helpful list of natural home remedies to ease that pesky menstrual pain.
How To Ease Period Cramps Naturally and Quickly at Home
Limit Caffeine Consumption
Everybody is different, and sometimes a warm cup of coffee does just the trick. But it’s important to know that too much caffeine is incredibly dehydrating to your body, causing circulation to slow and pain to increase. Caffeine constricts your blood levels and raises tension: so when you’re suffering from cramps, it’s wiser to do everything possible to stay hydrated. Drinking water and herbal tea instead will not only keep your flow hydrated but will also help relieve bloating that may occur during your period.
Heat
Run a hot shower. Let the steam add up. While you’re at it, spray some of our Eucalyptus ShowerMist into the steam. The cleansing nature of the oil will be heightened in the stream and permeate your bronchial passages, resulting in relaxation and a further detoxified system. Make sure that you allow the hot water to fall on your lower back. This will relax those aching muscles and give you a chance to, at the same time, massage your lower belly which makes the process of release more efficient. Who wouldn’t want that?
Hot Water Bottles
No time or energy for the hot shower? That’s ok! Get a hot water bottle or heating pad. Although old-fashioned they warm and relax the muscles in your lower abdomen. They’re a cheap and worthy investment that can offer relief month after month. The heat relaxes the tension around your pain and helps the flow move more fluidly. If heat overwhelms you, use the oil combination mentioned below.
Massage the Area
Once the area has been warmed, this is a great time for some gentle massaging. Grab some cooling massage oil, if you can. You can make your own with a blend of peppermint, ginger, lavender, and fractionated coconut oil. Lavender will relax and calm you, cinnamon aids in circulation (bringing comfort), and peppermint with ginger decreases inflammation. I did this recently and slept so much better.
You may not find your menstrual pain disappearing altogether, but you will feel alive and able to function comfortably, without the extra drugs.
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Jul 14, 2015 | All About Eucalyptus, Health & Wellness
We all know the drill so well. The alarm clock goes off, we roll over to turn it off and have no clue how we’re going to wake up without 3 cups of coffee. What you need at that point is an energy boost like no other. Not a pill, not a drink, but a natural solution that will wake you up fast.
Eucalyptus oil is the miracle we are talking about.
Most are familiar with the plant’s ability to ease respiratory symptoms, soothe and open the airways, but not many are familiar with its power to wake up the senses and heighten energy.
Use Eucalyptus as Your Daily Energy Boost
- It’s invigorating: The menthol properties of Eucalyptus leave a cooling sensation on the skin and in the lungs. Just a few deep breaths and every cell of the body is invigorated and woken up from the inside out.
- Stronger than a shot of caffeine: The menthol works as a vasoconstrictor, causing the cells to vibrate at a faster level, bringing more circulation and oxygen to the brain, inviting better concentration and more natural focus.
- It creates relaxation and a sense of contentment: This is one of my favorite points. As the oil’s potency is diffused throughout the body, each cell is not only invigorated, but the body relaxes as though it’s been to the spa. When you’re awakened and relaxed at the same time, your mind feels peace and contentment. Not bad, right?
How to use Eucalyptus oil
Our favorite way is to spray our Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist into the steam of your shower. The steam further activates the oil and opens your pores, allowing your body to more efficiently absorb the oil.
Banish the morning mental fog from your daily routine for good and start experiencing life as it should be.
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Feb 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
I could not wake up this morning. But I have some secrets that help boost my energy even on my ‘snooze button’ days, so I wasn’t too stressed. I also know I’m not alone and other people would love to know what I do for my boost.
These Tips Will Help You Stop Hitting Snooze and Give You More Energy for Your Day!
Warm Lemon Water
This one works to give you that ZING and also cleanses… even your skin will look great after doing this a few days in a row! 1/2 Lemon. One mug of water. Honey to taste with a dash (or tsp) of cayenne pepper. GOOD MORNING!
Tea Bags
We both know that with very little sleep, you’re likely to reach for a caffeinated beverage. If you’re so wise to choose tea – steep your tea as usual but then apply the tea bag to your under eye area. If you can listen to some energizing music and lay down for 5 minutes like this, you will feel more energized AND your eyes will look brighter!
Eucalyptus Oil Shower
This one is great and wonderfully refreshing! Simply take the eucalyptus oil shower spray and spritz it into the steam of the shower! The naturally occurring menthol will open up your lungs and rejuvenate you from the inside out.
Peppermint Oil
I recommend keeping a small bottle of peppermint next to your bed. When you wake up (or during your daily lull), open the bottle and inhale deeply. You can even dab a few drops on your hairline, crown of the head and at the back of the neck. You’ll be boosted quickly and ready to take on the world!
We hope you find these tips useful and able to give you the energy boost you’re needing both inside and out! Have a beautiful day, from all of us at Eurospa!j
Oct 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
If it’s hard for you to wake up in the morning, you’re not alone! Whether it’s from working late,
parenthood or just too much excitement, you need a dependable way to feel energized and take care of the duties of the day! And since there’s a good chance you’re having a hard time keeping your eyes open, I’ll make sure to make this quick, clear and easy!
If it’s hard for you to wake up in the morning, try these refreshing ideas.
1. Warm Lemon Water
This one works to give you that ZING and also cleanses… even your skin will look great after doing this a few days in a row! 1/2 Lemon. One mug of water. Honey to taste with a dash (or tsp) of cayenne pepper. GOOD MORNING!
2. Black or Green Tea Bags.
We both know that with very little sleep, you’re likely to reach for a caffeinated beverage. If you’re so wise to choose tea – steep your tea as usual but then apply the tea bag to your under eye area. If you can listen to some energizing music and lay down for 5 minutes like this, you will feel more energized AND your eyes will look brighter!
3. Eucalyptus Oil Shower.
This one is great and wonderfully refreshing! Simply take the eucalyptus oil shower spray and spritz it into the steam of the shower! The naturally occurring menthol will open up your lungs and rejuvenate you from the inside out.
We hope you find these tips useful and able to give you the energy boost you’re needing both inside and out! Have a beautiful day, from all of us at Eurospa!
Jul 11, 2014 | Uncategorized
Fatigue, exhaustion and generally just feeling tired is one of the most common complaints in western societies. So how are you supposed to handle something so debilitating and yet common, in a healthy way?
This is a question circulating in many social circles, as people all over debate what form of stimulant is the best. From coffee to chocolate to supplements and energy drinks… people are determined to get energized.
If I told you that this was all possible in the most natural and healthy ways, would you lean in?
Well, here’s your chance. If you have hit your limit and are tired of being tired, then I have some quick and easy ways for you to boost your energy naturally.
Here you go.
1. First of all, remove or decrease false stimulants in your diet and lifestyle that rob you of your energy reserves. Take an audit of your chocolate, coffee, tea, processed sugars and refined carbohydrates in your diet. These are false stimulants and only stimulate you on a superficial and temporary level, leaving you with a crash later on. So slowly decrease the false stimulants and replace them with fresh juice, water and tonic herbs. Your natural energy will become stronger as your body re-balances without these substances, and is able to know the proper energy release and relaxation needs your body is requiring.
2. Stay hydrated with clean, purified water. Not only do false stimulates confuse our adrenal glands, but they also dehydrate the body of it’s need water! Most people know by now that the body is made of 80% water. If you aren’t getting enough water while also dehydrating it with your food and beverage choices, you should know that your brain cells are going to suffer. In order to think clearly, your brain needs properly hydrated cells. If you feel like a wilted flower, it’s likely you need to be watered.
3. Keep your body moving daily for best results. Committing to regularly moving your body will increase your natural energy flow dramatically. You’ll notice after about a week that your normal symptoms of feeling sluggish, heavy and stagnant, will begin to shift in incredible ways. Your oxygen intake and absorption will increase, causing endorphins to begin to flow. Don’t worry, you don’t have to have a one hour power sweating session! Of course, those are great, but simply going for a fast paced walk or doing a series of yoga poses for a good 25-30 minutes, will boost your vitality quite quickly.
4. Get fresh …. with your air, that is. Find time each day to get out in the fresh air; even if it’s raining. Take the time to breathe deeply and slowly, in through your nose and out through your mouth. Oxygen brought in through the nose goes more directly into the parts of the brain needed for active and focused thought. This is an easy tip to implement, and should be done 10 breaths at a time.
5. Stay in the moment. Focusing on your past or worrying about the finances or future instead of simply living in the moment your are currently experiencing, causes your stress levels to skyrocket. Stress instantly depletes your energy, because it releases the hormone Cortisol. Cortisol is big enemy of your adrenal glands. Too much cortisol release, and your adrenals will totally burn out. This is very serious and far harder to handle than simply being tired. To avoid this be sure to continually try to remind yourself to come back to the present moment. The whirlwind of thoughts creating stress and fatigue will decrease, your focus will increase and you will find your energy quickly rebuilding!
Your health is our number one priority, at Eurospa. We provide high quality natural Eucalyptus products to bring more quality to your life! Please let us know how we can best serve you.
