Healing Hub Blog and Newsletters

Jan 29, 2019

Headaches & Traditional Chinese Medicine

There are four main types of headache: tension, cluster, sinus and migraine. And, there are varying triggers for these headaches, such as food, stress, hormones, dehydration and weather. Fortunately, eliminating the triggers and finding natural ways to prevent and help an ongoing headache are possible. Tension: Tension headaches are the most common and are the result of impinged blood flow due to muscle tightness and contraction. Tension headaches are mild to moderate and are most commonly found behind the neck, on the forehead, behind the eyes and the top of the shoulders. Causes of tension headaches are stress, fatigue, cold, poor posture, skipping meals, and dehydration. Cluster: Cluster

Jan 14, 2019

Wellness Classes

Come Join Us for the Classes you requested and we can keep them coming Inspirational & Fun Monday 9 am, January 7 - April 1, 2019 Hatha Yoga with Mary Mary will be holding an 10 week session of Gentle Hatha on Monday mornings at 9am from January 7 - April 1st. (There will be an interuption during this session from Feb. 18, 25 and March 4th.) Sign up is encouraged! This session will be $100 for the 10 weeks. If the class isn't full, drop-ins are welcome and will be $13. Call the office 507-868-0053 or Mary direct 507-828-0748 to sign up. Minimum of 6 is required to hold the class and we have room for up to 13 participants. Wednesday 5:30 pm, January 16 - March 20, 2019 Embracing Ease Yoga

Jan 14, 2019

Drum Making

Instructor, Wayne Manthey says, “The healing properties of a drum are found in the elements that make it: wood and animal hide. Making personal frame drums is a journey that is individually and spiritually meaningful. Teaching drum making classes involves storytelling and introspection. The drum symbolizes the heartbeat of life, the heartbeat of community. It is not simply an art form, but a tool for cleansing, centering and focusing one’s intentions for health and happiness.” REGISTRATION: Receipt of your full payment will confirm your space for class. Space is limited, so register promptly to ensure your seat is reserved. Wayne needs a minimum of 8 to hold the class and he can accommodate

Jan 3, 2019

Acupuncture and Migraines

Many people get a migraine now and then, approximately 37 million Americans suffer with migraines. And usually they can be cleared up quickly with over-the-counter medication or other treatment method. Symptoms of a migraine can include nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and even difficulty speaking. For some, migraines become so intense they actually have to miss work and put their lives on hold. Migraines tend to be more debilitating than regular headaches and can literally ruin someone’s life. Unfortunately, science still can’t explain what causes migraines, it makes it virtually impossible to find a cure. But this is where natural medicine and nutrition excel in the treatment of migr