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This evening, nourish yourself with some much needed quiet time in warm, soothing, cleansing water. Allow the steam and heat to banish deep winter chill and clear the airways. Light candles and add 15 drops of lavender essential oil for a note of decadent luxury. This is a bath that will nourish both body and mind.
A hot bath can help you relax. Submerging in water helps you go with the flow, transition smoothly, and release your resistance to healthy changes. As you ease your body out of an evening bath, you may notice improvement in your sleep. More efficient sleep means you will be more energized in the day, and less likely to fall into habitual patterns. As you take your bath, notice how your hunger levels change before and after. And your energy levels as well? Do you feel drowsy or alert? By the red glow of your skin after a bath, you know that it has stimulated your circulation, raised your heart rate, and revitalized your skin. A bath gets your blood moving, especially in the skin which can be lifeless and dull in cold winter months. You may notice a light sweat. This is your body purging stagnation, excess water, maybe even toxicity. Hot Bath Tip: For additional circulatory stimulation, add 1/3c ginger powder and 1/3c baking soda to the bath. The result will be a penetrating spa experience! As a hot bath also improves circulation in stagnant areas like the joints. It eases joint pain. As it detoxifies, warms and relaxes muscles, it also provides relief to muscle pain. Add 1 cup of epsom salts to deeply relax your muscles and mind. Exercise, and stretching seems much more accessible when your muscles have been loosened up after a hot bath. As it eases tension in the lower abdomen, warm bath also encourages healthy elimination of the bowels. Relaxation also improves your metabolism. On a systemic level, when you settle into 'rest and digest' mode, your body efficiently burns fat. When you are stressed out and running on the 'fight or flight' mode, burning fats gets put on the back burner. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, nurturing activities like a hot bath often slip the mind, somewhat innocuously. With so many distractions, it's hard to remember the things that feel good. Your mind can simply blank out on supportive practices for your health. Whenever you feel like you've lost your way, you'll need a goto, a reset button, something to help you remember. A hot bath is a great way to jog your memory in those moments. READ MORE ON THIS TOPIC
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About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. STUDY AYURVEDA
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