Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Music as medicine?

It is true, music is good for the soul. Spefic music can make different people feel differently - choose the music that makes you feel the way you want to feel (Energized? Renewed?). Incorporate it into your life and read on to find out more..

A recent article published some great tips on how music can benefit you - clinical studies and anecdotal evidence from music therapists suggest that the sound of music:

manages pain
improves mood and mobility of people with Parkinson's disease
reduces the need for sedatives and pain relievers during and after surgery
decreases nausea during chemotherapy
helps patients participate in medical treatment that shortens hospital stays
relieves anxiety
lowers blood pressure
eases depression
enhances concentration and creativity

Read the full article to find out more about the studies on each.
http://www.prevention.com/cda/article/music-as-medicine/ff9350d1fa803110VgnVCM10000013281eac____/health/natural.remedies/0/0/0/1

Scent and Passion

Yes, it is true! A fascinating article showing how research suggests that adding scents can not only make you feel more attractive, but also more Passionate!

http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/dating/scent-and-seduction

According to a study by the Human Emotions Lab at Rutgers University in Piscataway, New Jersey, floral notes lead men to remember you in an attractive lite, and sweet notes like vanilla can actually increase the blood flow to his sexual organs and boost his libido.

And you wonder why our Passion has vanilla and rose!