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Do you really know your lemon essential oil?
We know lemon essential oil as an antiseptic and powerful debacterizer of the atmosphere. A simple diffusion of lemon essential oil provides air purification and a fine natural smell of cleanliness. In the antiseptic aspect, it does not give its place. Whether for a purulent acne spot or a simple application on the cutting board, it cleanses everything! An oil with multiple benefits It is the most wonderful link in most formulations of essential oils for the nervous system, also making the perfect synergy like citrus with all essential oils. Thus, a formulation of lavender, lemon or marjoram, lemon and peppermint are popular in our clinics. Its high concentration of citral and limonene, two active ingredients which are sedatives acting on the nervous system, make lemon an exceptional essential oil which acts majestically in the anxiety states and promotes sleep. It is combined with the balsam fir, THE petitgrain where the other citrus from the range. For depressive states, it creates a perfect synergy with hemlock. The citral it contains in large quantities is excellent for inflammations of the skin such as acne and also adipose and connective tissue. This is why formulations for cellulitis, cellulite, fibrositis and all inflammatory connective tissue problems are composed of lemon essential oil. In these issues, we will combine it with rosemary, Indian verbena and grapefruit. For skin care, prevention of wrinkles, oily skin, rashes, oral herpes, a few drops in the renovating cream really provide the expected benefit. Since lemon essential oil is excellent for liver, add two to 3 drops to your morning smoothie or on tea bag or leaves, or even in your salad oil. Lemon essential oil is called the number one essential oil in aromatherapy. We will therefore find it in the formulations for all systems. Thanks to Academy of Scientific Massage, Aromatherapy Course, 2022
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7 essential elements to check when choosing your massage table
A massage or treatment table should last a long time. It must be able to follow you throughout your career. So here are the basic specifications and those that are a real plus! Easily adjustable in height A metal frameWhether you choose a portable or stationary table, you must choose it according to your type of practice. Perhaps you will choose to have a mixed practice too. Regardless of the type of table chosen, you have all the advantages of choosing a metal table for its solidity and durability. The cervical head must not support the forearms. When the armrest attaches to the cervical head, the weight of the arms adds to that of the head and literally breaks the cervical head upon first aid.Opt for one independent armrest rather fixed on the base of the table as is the case in this illustration:Example of independent armrestOr in steel connected to the headrest steel :Example of armrest connected to steel The width of the table is inversely proportional to the longevity of your career.We are often inclined to choose a very wide table for the comfort of the client without stopping at the comfort and posture of the therapist.Indeed, the more pronounced the width of the table, the more the therapist must have a posture which, unfortunately, injures him and creates pain which often becomes chronic and this limits the number of clients per day or even puts an end to the practice.The ideal table width, excluding side armrests, should be 24 inches or 61 cm to ensure both client and therapist are comfortable. The bottom panel of the table called "circu", which flips up, allows a wide variety of installation, including lymphatic drainage. The tilted plane of the table allows you to perform more effective techniques for back and lower back pain. It also allows you to make specific installations. One more tool in our toolbox. The quality and thickness of the synthetic foam and leatherette are also important elements to take into account. Happy career!
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balsam fir essential oil
The Balsam Fir is a conifer very popular in body therapy for its multiple benefits. Indeed, the essential oil extracted from it is very powerful. It mainly works on three axes: Emotional axis: It is used in the emotional aspect, to relieve depressive states, improve psychological balance or simply to feel good. It is most often paired with hemlock or black spruce for their concentrations of borneol and bornyl acetate. It can also be supplemented with citrus to add the two active ingredients of limonene and citral. For this last function, it is the essential oil of lemon and/or Indian verbena which will be selected for a perfect synergy. The formulation will be used in diffusion and/or massage. A 10% dilution in vegetable oil is indicated for massage. Its pure diffusion is reminiscent of Christmases of yesteryear and is good for the soul. A few drops sprayed on the tree or diffused and voilà, we return to childhood. Muscular and anti-inflammatory axis: In the second axis of activity of the balsam fir, the essential oil is recognized for these properties: Analgesic Anesthetic Analgesic spasmolytic Calming Anti-inflammatory Just like Scots pine and other conifers, these actions on joints and tendons have been observed on more than one occasion. By extension, the muscles also benefit. It is in the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism problems that it has positioned itself as the essential oil of choice for degenerative musculo-articular care in topical application. For these problems, a mixture of conifers in equal parts, favoring Scots pine and adding lemon, brings real added value to long-term joint care. Respiratory axis: In the third axis, it also effectively treats respiratory tract infections or inflammation of the respiratory mucous membranes by diffusion or dry or moist inhalation. Recommended wording*: The formulation par excellence for a 50 ml bottle of essential oil is as follows: Balsam Fir (15 ml) Eucalyptus Globulus or Radiata (20 ml) Rosemary (7 drops) Lemon (7 drops) Peppermint (1 drop) Good care! *See each technical sheet for precautions and contraindications Thanks to Academy of Scientific Massage, Aromatherapy Course, 2022
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7 amazing results from bioterra facial treatment
The profitability of facial care no longer needs to be demonstrated. This treatment is hydrating, detoxifying and relaxing. Facial treatments are very popular for relaxation by both men and women. It is a valuable asset for expanding your treatment menu and offering it as a package. This treatment is one of the most requested spa treatments. Practicing it in a clinic is a proven option. The Bioterra hydrating, detoxifying and relaxing facial treatment was designed for spas. It does not require any equipment or specific training to perform a divine facial treatment. All products have their specific functions and contribute greatly to the success of the treatment. A simple care protocol guide is included and is easy to follow. All the ingredients are natural and the treatment is suitable for everyone and all skin types. THE Complete program Relaxing and detoxifying facial treatments includes all the products for around fifteen treatments. Each treatment costs less than $10 and is detailed between $60 and $90 for more or less an hour of treatment. The variety of treatment times depends on the time given to the wonderful massage. 7 amazing results: The skin becomes fresh and well hydrated The features are rested The face is tired The complexion is lighter Customers are relaxed Customers are happy Rebooking is easy (after the treatment, suggest a next reservation) In addition, home products are easy to keep in stock and most popular with customers, including the famous renovating cream. It’s also a great way to build customer loyalty. As a therapist, take pride in offering solutions that work well for your clients after treatment and a future appointment. Since the products have a shelf life and are really loved by customers, they will come back to you to repeat the experience and renew their skincare products. To find out more about the products, click on the following link: Complete program Relaxing and detoxifying facial treatments
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Your clinic will grow... How can you simply hire the right person?
This quick guide will help you organize a quick hiring strategy. For some therapists, the idea of expanding the team is a source of stress and that is normal. Having another person in your clinic who must put your shoulder to the wheel and work hard in the same direction is not always an easy task. Nevertheless, the advantages can be very interesting, in particular to offer more schedule availability to your customers as well as additional services when you are on vacation, for example. The good news is that there are a thousand and one theories about hiring. The challenge is that they may not necessarily apply to your situation. In other words, some things are important to you and others less so. The idea is to highlight the essentials and ensure that the interview will identify them. Be aware that even if a candidate does very well in their interview with you, that does not necessarily mean that it will go well for the months to come. If you have never created a job offer, I invite you to go to the section job offers from the Academy of Scientific Massage website to give you an idea of the offers available and how they are structured. Afterwards, you can create and publish a clear job offer that describes what you will offer as an employer. To make your offer more attractive, you can identify what you are offering in terms of salary or conditions to help you stand out from other employers. Once the job is posted, you can realistically expect to be interviewing within the next 1-4 weeks depending on the appeal of your job. If this is not already completed, you will be able to create a series of questions for the interview with open questions whose expected answers are not included in the question. For example, it is preferable to ask the person to give you an example that demonstrates the person's punctuality or an example where the person was not punctual and what they did afterwards so that only it happens. You should avoid asking the person directly if they are punctual since they will naturally tell you that they are, whereas realistically, there may be contexts where they have not been. This method invites discussion and avoids closed questions like, are you a punctual person? ? A mistake often made by employers is to indicate with body language whether the person responded correctly or not. For example, if the person says that he or she was not punctual with justified reasons and the employer sighs saying that no reason is justifiable, this will create a chill and indicate to the person that he is difficult to tell the truth. Several personalities will say what the employer wants to hear knowing that it is better for everyone rather than being faithful to the truth. To avoid this faux pas, you can simply thank the person for answering honestly. Although the conversation is friendly and relaxed, it is wise for you to be able to validate the knowledge, know-how and interpersonal skills of your future therapist. You can also offer a test week or even a few paid days. This will help you see if the candidate is adaptable, continues to learn and is resourceful. The interview is not only to complete a task, but also to check that there is chemistry between you and that your clients feel comfortable with this new staff member. It is important that you feel proud to recommend this colleague to your clients too. Another significant element is hiring as an employee or adding to the team as a fall worker. For this element, it is best to inform yourself further since there are legal ramifications depending on the choice selected. Finally, know that a relationship with a colleague is always ongoing and that managing expectations must also be constantly taken into consideration. Bonuses : Although it may seem counterintuitive, if you are alone in your clinic, we invite you to contact another person you trust during this interview. She will only be able to ask questions if necessary. This simple method will allow you to have an objective second opinion and also to see elements that you would not have seen since you are focused on asking questions and waiting for answers which are sometimes technical. If it's a green light for both of you, that's a good indicator. If, on the other hand, there are elements that raise questions or stand out, feel comfortable confirming by telephone after the interview or even calling a second meeting if necessary to go into further detail. To learn more: The essentials for attracting clients and running your massage therapy clinic (6 virtual workshops)
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Manage Massage Therapy Product Sourcing Challenges in 3 Easy Steps
For several months, you have been hearing about additional supply times. We therefore thought it important to equip you with a few tips to allow you to be more proactive if necessary. Many causes are mentioned such as the reduction of suppliers, labor shortages or even delivery times linked to seaports. Establishing a simple strategy by identifying a breakeven point higher than 0 is an example of proactive behavior. For some, an extra product or two in stock will be enough and ordering will only be necessary when they run out. However, this method can sometimes create shortage problems. To avoid this, it is preferable to raise the breakeven point so as to plan the order when you still have a comfortable reserve of several products. This avoids finding yourself without a product between the time of ordering and the time of receipt of new products. Step 1 to 3 to evaluate a new breakeven point for the next product order: Take a simple inventory of the number of products in each category that you own. Estimate approximately the number of products sold during a month for its use as a therapist and for resale. Decide on the new upward breakeven point in order to avoid the risk of shortage. Finally, if we repeat the previous three steps with a concrete example, we will see more clearly how it works. Let's take the example of a balm that you use frequently. If you have 18 units in stock, you can conclude that you have approximately a three-month supply if you use two per month for your treatments and sell four per month. You can set your new breakeven point at nine units for example. So if you have an increase in sales or usage for any reason, you will also have a leeway equivalent to a month and a half. The order placed could then be for 12 products for example depending on the peak periods of your customer base. This is a good method to take advantage of the quantity discount and not get caught by surprise. Bonuses: On a storage shelf, several methods are possible to add a visual marker. The visual marker can be as simple as a red sticker next to a location on a tablet. You'll also know that when you pick up a product, there are only new ones left and it's time to order. It's a visual way to manage neutral without adding work.
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Individuals now have access to Clinique Lafontaine online
Since the new Clinique Lafontaine website went online, anyone will be able to order online with a private account. The only prerequisite is to have a minimum order of $25. For delivery to be free, the basket must reach an amount greater than $60. Following numerous requests from customers who were not able to obtain supplies without difficulty, we opted to offer access to the products to individuals. This addition was also made following numerous requests from customers who were unable to obtain supplies from therapists for several reasons such as distance, schedules or simply the quantity of anemic stock at the therapist. For clients who already obtain supplies from their therapist, they will be able to continue to obtain supplies from their therapist. For therapists who do not have all the products in stock, they can easily refer their clients to the Clinique Lafontaine website. As the delivery time varies from 1 to 4 days in Quebec depending on the location, this ensures for the therapist that the client will be quickly served. Payment methods by credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express), PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay or via PayBright Financing (see details) have been added to make payments easier for a greater majority. Spread the word and happy shopping!
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5 good reasons to start increasing your product reserves
Some businesses such as clinics, spas or private clinics favor and require more reserves than others. Despite everything, there is no precise rule on this subject. However, a rule of thumb, that is to say a theoretical approximation of the necessary inventory, may be interesting to apply, particularly over a period of 1 to 12 months. This article aims to get you thinking about this and making some adjustments to your inventory management as needed. 1. No more last minute shopping to pick up a product before a customer arrives Have you ever realized that you had very little massage oil left before carrying out a treatment? Or applied Ehrlich Balm to a client and reached the end of the jar during treatment and realize that there is no more left ? It happens to everyone from time to time. However, this is less annoying when you have several replacement products on hand. It is up to you to determine based on your experience and the needs of your establishment whether the reserve should be a case of 12 or a quantity of 36 or more. The more you use the products, the easier it will be to manage your quantities with expiration dates. 2. Improve the customer experience in the clinic When we pick up a product from a well-stocked display, as a customer, we feel a feeling of abundance and ease. On the contrary, when we take the last product or even the penultimate one on a shelf, unconsciously, we have the feeling of preventing another person from having it since it is the last before restocking. The customer will have less of the feeling of emptying your reserves or even robbing you if you have more than 2-3 products on your shelf of a given product.é. 3. Get quantity discounts For certain products, there is generally an advantage in purchasing a larger format or purchasing more units. It can be very economically beneficial to take a moment to do the comparison. You could make significant savings over your year. In other words, rather than thinking in terms of weeks or even months, visualize the year in order to have a more comprehensive perspective on your real costs. Regardless of your purchasing volume, this will lower your costs and thus increase your gross profits. You will therefore have more left in your pockets! 4. Reduce the number of trips Some people like shopping and others not so much. There are those who go there as soon as they have a need and others who want to buy large quantities to go as infrequently as possible. In these extremes, there is also a happy medium, that of having reserves and thus giving the freedom and not the obligation to shop when you want rather than when you are forced to. It has also been easy for several years to order online. This helps increase order predictability by referring to your purchase histories. For example, you can add a paper or even electronic reminder that tells you when to place an order so that you are not surprised when you realize that it is the last product you just used. 5. Avoid having to tell your customers that you don't have the product We have all been told that the dish or drink we had selected at the restaurant was no longer available. Customers generally understand that a product may be in short supply from time to time. However, when this product is always in short supply and there are often shortages, the understanding eventually turns into a negative perception of lack of professionalism and planning by you or your establishment. So reduce the chances of negative perception by managing your inventory so that you don't have frequent shortages. Bonus: How to avoid waste or unsold items ? One of the fears sometimes expressed when it comes to increasing reserves is not being able to get rid of them. This fear is justified. This is why it would be less recommended for a new graduate in massage therapy to stock up on all products for 6 months or more since they do not yet have an established clientele or a precise idea of demand. However, it would be much less risky for a therapist with several years of experience to increase their supply by several months since they know the habits of their customers and the rate of use and sale of the products. You can also take it gradually. For example, start by having reserves for 2 weeks, then 4 weeks, and so on. In addition, increasing your reserves is an adjustment that can also be revised downwards later. You can, for example, keep in reserve for several months a particular product for which there is a lot of demand and go with smaller quantities for other products where demand is lower.
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How do you clean pen marks off leather (on a massage table or other surfaces)?
Oops! From the pen on your massage table Here's how to clean the marks:: Procedure : Alcohol at 70 – Dab the pen stain using a cotton ball moistened with alcohol. As soon as the ink dilutes, change cotton and repeat this until the stain has completely disappeared. If the leather cannot tolerate pure alcohol, dilute it accordingly. White vinegar or lemon – To remove a ballpoint or bic pen stain, lemon or white vinegar can work, provided you use a cotton swab, do not soak it, but just moisten it and do not overflow onto the untreated area. stained leather. The clay stone – Dab the pen line with a cotton ball impregnated with clay stone. If the stain resists, add a drop of 70% alcohol to the cotton. Do not spray hairspray on pen-stained leather. Unlike removing ink, cleaning with hairspray is not recommended for removing pen marks. By spraying it, you risk just spreading the stain.
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Massage therapy, a great ally for a healthy mind and body
Article taken from Journal l'Express February 14, 2021 https://www.journalexpress.ca/2021/02/14/la-massotherapie-une-alliee-de-taille-pour-un-esprit-et-un-corps-sains/ Reading time: 3 min 30 sec By Cynthia Martel MAGAZINE. New year often rhymes with the desire to return to basics, the need to find oneself. And the pandemic has highlighted this whole importance of taking care of yourself. To maintain a good balance, massages are ideal. The best known is undoubtedly the Swedish massage, which is practiced on a table, with oil, and which aims to deeply relax the muscles. «Its different maneuvers, such as effleurage, crushing, kneading and drainage, are carried out in a given sequence and provide relaxation and relief, indicates Geneviève Poirier, director of operations at Bioterra urban health spa.. A good Swedish massage technique acts as much on the psychological and emotional aspects as on the physical aspect. According to the Academy of Scientific Massage (AMS) located on Janelle Street in Drummondville, this technique first acts on the circulatory system by increasing the immune system as well as promoting the elimination of toxins. A good Swedish abdominal massage regulates the appetite, promotes the assimilation of nutrients, reduces intestinal transit time as well as constipation. It also promotes liver activity. What's more, respiratory capacities are also improved, again according to the AMS. On the nervous system side, several benefits are observed, namely a reduction in cortisol levels, a reduction in numbness and radiated pain as well as a reduction in fatigue. This type of massage also leads to an increase in the pain tolerance threshold. Overall, Swedish massage gives the user greater flexibility and releases tension. The Academy also indicates that the technique conceptualized in the 19th century by Swedish fencing master Henrik Ling improves sensorimotor coordination, by stimulating weak or flabby muscles. This increases joint mobility while reducing spasms. It also helps recover more quickly from an injury (strain, fracture) by increasing the supply of nutrients to the affected area.». Massage also has a positive effect on the skin. As for the psychological benefits, resistance to anxiety and stress increases. In addition, Swedish massage stimulates the energy trapped in the body and frees it from negative emotions. Other techniques Several variations and techniques have appeared since the creation of Swedish massage. Here are a few. Massages with heat tools (stones, shells and bundles of grass) : according to Ms. Poirier, they offer great muscle relaxation, activation of blood circulation and a reduction in pain. In addition, these are very relaxing massages. Therapeutic massage: it is a mixture of Swedish massage and more in-depth techniques to relieve tension and pain. Lomi-Lomi massage : inspired by Hawaiian tradition, it has relaxing or revitalizing effects, depending on the rhythm and intensity of the movements. It is administered with the hands, fists and especially the forearms. In Hawaiian, Lomi-Lomi means massage. Himalayan massage with salt balls: composed of 84 minerals and nutrients naturally contained in the body, Himalayan salt will remineralize the joints. By osmosis during the massage, these nutrients penetrate the body and activate its natural healing mechanism so that it can regain its balance, indicates Geneviève Poirier.r. In short, massage is the best ally for your body and mind due to its multiple benefits. And the more regularly one receives a massage, the more its benefits tend to be maintained, deepened and prolonged, argues Ms. Poirier.
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Do you know the benefits of humic acids?
Peat mud several benefits. But where do these benefits come from? The answer is simple: the benefits of peat mud come mainly from humic acids!! What is this? Humic acids are created naturally during the decomposition and fossilization of organic elements in peatlands. Depending on the quality of the latter, their concentrations of humic acids will be greater or lesser. These acids, by their organic composition, are naturally rich in electrolytes, trace elements, vitamins and minerals. What are humic acids used for?? Humic acids include two types of acids, fulvic acid and humic acid. These are considered by Health Canada to be chelating and revitalizing agents. But what does that mean?e? A chelating agent allows chelation, that is to say, the increased transport of oxygen and the elimination of the presence of harmful metals, which contributes to the detoxification of the body and the skin in addition to presenting a anti-inflammatory action. A revitalizing agent, for its part, is used to maintain the skin in good condition in addition to improving its appearance and suppleness. Thus, the combined action of these humic acids makes it possible to reinforce the benefits of peat mud by increasing the body's capacity to absorb its trace elements, minerals and vitamins. Experience it! Discover our complete range of micronized peat mud baths! 100% pure micronized mud bath Myo-Réconfort micronized mud bath Micronized mud bath Relaxation Pro tip Avoid drying yourself after getting out of the bath. Instead, put on a comfortable bathrobe and relax during the drying period. This will allow all the minerals deposited on your skin to penetrate it for optimal remineralization of the body.
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How to take advantage of the Valentine's Day craze
Valentine's Day, the ultimate celebration for couples, is a must for all economic circles to boost sales a little during this slow period at the start of the year. So, discover our tips to take advantage of the love festival to promote your care and products! Create a thematic atmosphere From the moment you enter your treatment center, offer a thematic and warm atmosphere throughout the month of Valentine's Day. To do this, you could decorate a little, burn rose-flavored candles or place a bouquet of flowers on your counter or in the waiting room. Additionally, you could choose to put on some relaxing background music with piano or violin to round it off. Offer an exclusive treatment Why not take advantage of Valentine's Day to offer an exclusive, limited-time treatment? For example, you could offer a chocolate-scented treatment throughout the month of February. This scent so characteristic of Valentine's Day will certainly please many of your customers!! Discover our Chocolate Pleasure treatment protocol! Offer a limited-time promotion Limited-time promotions are always a great option to take advantage of during holidays and special events. So why not offer an exclusive promotion in February such as free additional minutes or a fine chocolate tasting at the end of the treatment. These little touches could be the little incentive needed to purchase treatment for your partner! Consider selling gift certificates Obviously, you shouldn't neglect the sale of gift certificates during Valentine's Day! It's an easy and pleasant gift to give, in addition to being an appreciated attention in a couple. And why not accompany the sale of the gift certificate with a small chocolate or a small product sample for added value ? Discover our Gift Certificate Sales Guide And why not a competition? ? Finally, you could also create a contest for Valentine's Day. For example, you could offer a free 30-minute massage or a product among all the people who buy your exclusive treatment or a gift certificate between 1er February and February 14. In fact, the competition could encourage more people to be tempted by purchasing a treatment or a gift certificate! Finally, whatever you offer for Valentine's Day, don't hesitate to be a little creative and promote your treatments and products!
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The key ingredients of detoxifit
Everyone benefits from doing the DetoxiFit program every year. Detoxifying means improving your quality of life. Not only on a physical level, but also on a psychological and emotional level. The DetoxiFit program restores vitality and facilitates good fitness by promoting the health of the urinary tract and gastrointestinal system. But, what is the secret of our DetoxiFit program? It's simple, our natural ingredients chosen specifically for their natural medicinal properties!! Check them out below. Dandelion: The common plant with many virtues Dandelion, or Taraxacum officinale, is a non-native perennial plant that is found throughout the North American continent, as well as in Europe and Asia. Plants with multiple benefits, the roots are traditionally used in herbal medicine as a diuretic, mild laxative, cholagogue and choleretic. Additionally, dandelion is a source of several important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin D, iron, calcium and potassium. Burdock: A root with depurative properties Burdock, or Arctium lappa, is a plant native to Europe that is found throughout Canada. She is better known to everyone under popular names such as Pipic, Amoureux or Toques.s. Its roots, also used as a vegetable because of its somewhat bitter artichoke taste, have several medicinal properties. They are traditionally used in herbal medicine as a diuretic as well as an alterative to help eliminate toxins through the kidneys. Senna: A most popular laxative Originally from India, the leaves of senna, or Senna alexandrina, have been used for hundreds of years to accelerate intestinal transit and energize sphincter movements. Thus, senna is traditionally used in herbal medicine as a stimulating laxative to facilitate intestinal evacuation and short-term relief of occasional constipation. Nettle: The weed with hidden powers The nettle, or Urtica Dioica, is a species of plant found throughout Canada, as well as in Europe and Asia. Nettle leaves are traditionally used in herbal medicine as a natural diuretic. In addition, nettle is a plant rich in protein and extremely nutritious. Indeed, it contains vitamins A, B and C, as well as chlorophyll and several essential minerals such as calcium, iron and potassium. Short glossary of actions Cholagogue: Facilitates the evacuation of bile (liquid involved in the digestion of fats) Choleretic: Stimulates the secretion of bile (liquid involved in the digestion of fats) Diuretic: Increases urinary secretion Mild laxative: Helps evacuate stools Simplicity for well-being! Get ourProgram DetoxiFitfrom today!
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