Holistic health care evokes for many an idea of a least mainstream approach to health and wellness. The truth is that many holistic practitioners are practicing healthcare that has been around for centuries and has evolved with the times and advancements in technology.
Located in the Irmo area of Columbia, SC, Nature Works Wellness Center is changing the landscape of how folks in Columbia view health and wellness.
At NatureWorks Wellness Center, their mission is to “create wellness naturally and to aspire to empower you through education and resources designed to bring healing and hope.”
Their focus is on finding the root cause of poor health and then empowering their clients with health information and resources to take the responsibility of their own health and wellness.
The services that offer are cutting edge unique. Click here to see a list of the services they offer.
Of particular interest is their use of dōTERRA Essential Oils as part of their therapeutic services. TheirOn Guard ™ Protective Blend essential oils uses cinnamon.
Traditionally cinnamon, due to its medicinal properties, has been used in many cultures for treating a variety of health disorders including diarrhoea, arthritis, menstrual cramps, heavy menstruation, yeast infections, colds, flu, and digestive problems.
Now it is being used all over the world for treating a variety of health disorders including respiratory problems, skin infections, blood impurity, menstruation problems, heart disorders, etc. The most widely used part of cinnamon is its bark.
The health benefits of cinnamon can be attributed to its antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, astringent and anti clotting properties. Cinnamon is rich in essential minerals such as manganese, iron and calcium. It is also rich in fiber.
Some of the health benefits of cinnamon are:
- Brain Tonic: Research at the Wheeling Jesuit University in the US has proved that the scent of cinnamon has the ability to boost brain activity.
- Blood Purification:Cinnamon helps in removing blood impurities. Therefore it is often recommended for pimples.
- Pain:Cinnamon is also anti inflammatory. It helps in removing the stiffness of muscles. It relieves pain and stiffness of muscle and joints.
- Diabetes:Cinnamon has the ability to control blood sugar. Diabetics find it very useful as cinnamon aids them in using less insulin.
- Heart Diseases:It is believed that the calcium and fiber present in cinnamon provides protection against heart diseases.
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