If your dog is having puppies—whether it’s her first litter or not—you want to make sure the experience is as comfortable as possible. There is so much to think about: nutrition, exercise, visits to the vet, and of course, the whelping bed (or whelping box, as it’s sometimes called).
It’s very important that your dog feel safe and at ease in her whelping bed. It’s her safe haven during the birthing process and for those first critical days when she must provide care for her newly whelped puppies.
This Sunday, June 5 is the 24th annual National Cancer Survivor Day, and BioMat.com invites you to join us in celebration and acknowledgement of this very important day.
Spring has arrived, and it’s time to shed those layers and expose some skin! Is your skin in top condition and ready to withstand all the extra attention? If it’s looking tired and sallow after a long, hard winter, don’t despair. Here are some tips for getting a healthy, all-over glow:
Whether you’re a spa owner, a yoga instructor, or an alternative health practitioner, introducing the BioMat into your service offerings can transform your practice.
Your pet is helping to improve and extend your life—shouldn’t you return the favor?
Happy Earth Day! For more than 40 years, April 22 has been marked on the calendar as a day in which we can all take a moment to celebrate the earth and renew our commitment to preserving it for future generations.
Heartburn is a very common condition , with one in 10 Americans experiencing heartburn symptoms at least once a week. It can be brought on by a number of different factors, including stress, obesity, pregnancy, being a smoker and eating certain foods. Symptoms of Heartburn can be described as a burning sensation in the chest which may radiate to the throat or jaw.
If you struggle to get up and get moving in the mornings, you’re not alone. Hard statistics are hard to come by, but early birds are definitely in the minority. Most of us have to fight to keep our eyes open, shake off the night’s sleepiness and embrace the day with vitality.
Although more than 12 million Americans suffer from fibromyalgia, surprisingly little is known about the disease. There is no definitive test and no known cure.
What were your resolutions for this year? If you’re like most people, slimming down, butting out and getting healthier in general were at the top of your list at the beginning of year. Fast forward to now and ask yourself if these are resolutions that have been put on the back burner? When it comes to weight loss, 95 percent of people have gained back the weight they lost within five years, and people who try to quit smoking don’t fare much better: 75 percent start smoking again.
April is Stress Management Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to take a moment to assess the effects that stress may be having on your life.
April is National Autism Awareness Month, and despite an increasing number of children being diagnosed with this mysterious and often devastating disease, medical science is still unable to pinpoint its root causes.
As a yoga student, you already have a commitment to healthy living, deep breathing and taking care of yourselves and the planet. You probably know that yoga means “union” – union of mind, body and breath, as well as union of your home life with your yoga practice.
Better health. Less stress. Convenient use. A whole new way to practice yoga and market your studio. The BioMat will take your yoga practice – and your overall health and wellness – to a brand-new level of bliss.
Many people simply accept that the winter months inevitably bring on darker moods, lethargy and weight gain. Like hibernating bears, they curl up indoors and wait until the lighter days and warmer temperatures of spring rekindle their energy and interest in life.
Our modern world couldn’t survive without metal. It forms the backbone of our buildings, our vehicles, our transportation and defense systems. It even shows up in our teeth when we need dental work.
Because Western healing techniques focus almost exclusively on the physical body, it’s easy to forget that healthy human beings are made up of physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual elements. There is a rich tradition among many cultures of pursuing better health by working at the level of energy itself.
What are your resolutions this year? If you’re like most people, slimming down and butting out are at the top of your list.
Our hands and feet are incredibly complex nerve zones that connect throughout our bodies. There are 7,200 nerve endings in your feet, and a staggering 1,300 nerve endings per square inch in your hands.
Amethyst has held a place of honor in many cultures as a protector of health and wellness. Almost from the beginning of time, people from different cultures the world over have been deeply attracted to this gemstone, and have attributed to it remarkably similar powers of energy and purification.
If you have trouble getting a good night’s rest, you’re not alone. An estimated 50 million to 70 million Americans suffer from a chronic sleep disorder. Insomnia is the most common sleep complaint, affecting about 30 percent of adults.
No matter how healthy we are, or how carefully we take care of ourselves, we all experience nagging aches and pains at some point in our lives. Sometimes we know why we’re hurting—we got too competitive in a game of softball or we picked up a heavy object without bending our knees. But sometimes these areas of pain are a mystery.
Which is a more effective way to lose weight and boost your health and vitality? Will you see greater benefits with Alkal-Life ionized water or with one of the many detox drinks available at health food stores and groceries?
Mainstream science has finally caught on to the profound effects that stress can have on our physical health. For hundreds of years, alternative and traditional medical practitioners have incorporated relaxation techniques into their treatments, but modern medicine stubbornly kept the mind and the body separate.