Rebecca’s Recommended Wellness Reads, Self-Care Tools, Skin Care and Nutrition
The following collection are some of my tried-and-true favorite self care tools!
I am not a doctor, nutritionist or fitness trainer, but these items have worked well for me and I expect you might like them as well.
Always use caution when introducing new tools to your self care routine and listen to your body.
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Books
Your Inner Physician and You by John E. Upledger is a fascinating look at the origins of CranioSacral therapy, and the miraculous ways it has touched people’s lives
Preventing Alzheimer’s in 10 Minutes a Day by Michael Morgan looks at the potential for CST to mitigate the “Silver Tsunami” of seniors that will reshape the way we practice elder care
Dirty Girl: Ditch the Toxins, Look Great and Feel FREAKING AMAZING by Wendie Trubow and Ed Levitan explores the path to truly detoxing the body in a toxic world
The Breathing Cure: Develop New Habits for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life by Patrick McKeown and Paul Metcalfe details simple practices to lengthen your lifespan by harnessing the power of the breath
Breath: The New Science of A Lost Art by James Nestor follows the journey of an asthmatic journalist-turned-medical-guinea-pig and his journey discovering the ancient wisdom that science is starting to catch up to
Tools
Still Point Inducer - Experience the benefits of CranioSacral therapy at home
PhysioNatural Microwavable Heat Wrap - Melt away tension in the neck and shoulders
Tune Up Fitness Small Therapy Ball Pair 2.5” - Perfect for working your feet!
Tune Up Fitness Midsize Therapy Ball Pair 2.75” - More forgiving than a lacrosse ball
Tune Up Fitness Large Single Alpha Ball 3.5” - Perfect for self massage of larger muscle groups
Soft Density Foam Roll - This will be less aggressive than many foam rolls out there!
Face & Body
Zents Organic Hand & Body Lotion - Best. Lotion. Ever. Unscented, rich, and soothing moisture for dry Chicago winters!
Zents Concreta - Organic, fragrance-free soothing balm ideal for lips, cuticles, elbows and knees, or anywhere that needs some intense moisture
Naturopathica Arnica Gel - Cooling Relief for Aching Muscles
Nasaline Sinus Irrigation - Keep sinuses clear and open all season long
Maty’s Simply Breathe Nasal Ointment - Soothe Dry Sinuses
Olbas Inhaler - Pocket-sized menthol and peppermint inhaler to help calm and clear stuffy sinuses naturally
Nourishment On-the-Go
Four Sigmatic Vanilla Plant Based Protein Powder - Clean ingredients and adaptogenic mushrooms for immune-boosting nourishment — I add a scoop to my morning smoothie!
Ancient Nutrition Pure Bone Broth Protein - Support healthy hair, skin, nails and joints with this easy to mix powder — I mix a scoop of plain bone broth with hot water and a dash of salt, pepper and turmeric for a satisfying, warm and nourishing drink; or try one of the many flavored varieties!
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