Why Aromatherapy Works “The language of taste is limited to sweet, sour, salty, bitter, astringent and pungent. The nose on the other hand understands a vast vocabulary of smells amounting to about ten thousand different odors if you have a well-trained beak. The odors that can be detected by the nose must first dissolve in the moisture of the nasal tissue and are then passed on by the specialized olfactory cells straight to the hypothalamus in the brain….The fact that smells go straight to the hypothalamus is very significant, for this tiny organ is responsible for regulating dozens of bodily functions, including temperature, thirst, hunger, blood sugar levels, growth, sleeping, waking, sexual arousal and emotions such as anger and happiness. To smell anything is to send an immediate message to “the brain’s brain” and from it to the whole body. At the same time, the message of an odor goes to the brain’s limbic system, which processes emotions and to an area called the hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for memory, which is why smells bring back past memories so vividly”. Dr. Deepak Chopra Perfect Health Toxic Time Bomb The "Toxic Time Bomb" series of informative articles written by Robyn Stubbs for the newspaper magazine "24 Hours" provides a much needed reminder for us that we need to continually pay attention to the environment around us. In this four-part series 24 Hours investigates Canada's toxic conundrum. 24 Hours - Vancouver In the last 50 years, science has invented thousands of chemicals meant to do everything from withstanding fire, resisting stains and keeping your breakfast eggs from sticking to the pan. But what ends up making your life easier now may end up making your life shorter – made to be indestructible, these chemicals are showing up in alarming numbers in our bodies and wreaking havoc on key biological systems. Toxic nation, toxic families: For some, ignorance is bliss. But a small group of Canadians swallowed their fears and had their blood tested to find out just how many environmental toxins are flowing through their veins. Read more in this September 5, 2006 edition. The Hidden Enemy: For its victims, cancer can feel like an evil presence invading their most personal and private space – the body. Read more in this September 5, 2006 edition. The Chemical Ocean: Once boasting an abundant and healthy marine eco-system, B.C.’s west coast marine life is now fighting for survival against an endless stream of chemicals, toxins and waste. Read more in this September 6, 2006 edition. Chemical Trespassers: Our bodies are like massive sponges – every substance we eat, drink, breathe and wear inevitably makes its way into our systems, whether we know it or not. Read more in this September 7, 2006 edition. The Detoxification Challenge: While politicians debate the future of environmental toxins in Canada, the average citizen can also send strong signals to industry about the use of toxicants – it's called consumer power. Read more in this September 8, 2006 Edition. Content posted with permission from 24 Hour Articles of Interest for Natural Healing Personal Biography of Jon Burras Yoga for Healthy Bones Jon Burras Back Do Not Just Go Out Jon Burras Yoga and Fascia Jon Burras MEDITATION Is Not the Final Answer Jon Burras The Core Myth Jon Burras Emotions Are Not a Disease Jon Burras Energy and Disease Jon Burras Understanding a Healing Crisis Jon Burras Flat Feet for Health Jon Burras Health or Fitness Jon Burras Articles of Interest written for Canadian Chiropractic Association Personal Biography of Trish Scott, author of the Rehab Report. Working Out Is for Dumbells Focus On The Floor, When Working the Core Do You have a Computer Virus? Getting Grounded by Going Barefoot Don't Get Caught In the Crunch Note: Rehab reports are articles written by Trish Scott for the Canadian Chiropractic Magazine regarding health and fitness issues.