When we think of being active and healthy, many times we underestimate stretching and don’t do it as frequently. What many of us don’t realize is that stretching is just as important and beneficial for our bodies. Muscle tightness occurs not only when we are active and contracting them, but also when we are passive, […]
Aromatherapy is the use of aromatic compounds derived from plants into essential oils for use topically, massages and baths. The aromatherapy history dates back several centuries, and its use is embedded in the cultural histories in both an art and science. Aromatherapy been used for its psychological and physical benefits for more than a thousand […]
Decorating your home with an abundance of deep green plants can be very appealing to the eye. However, there’s more to them than just the aesthetics. People that surround themselves with plants feel more comfortable, soothed, and natural afterwards. They can make you feel overall more positive since they brighten up the room. Having plants […]
Unleash the power of your breath Does it look a little funky? Maybe feel sort of silly? Yep. Does it have life changing benefits? Double yep. Breath of Fire (Kapalabhati) involves creating equal inhales and exhales in a rapid and rhythmic patten. Check out Breath of Fire to see how it’s done. This seemingly odd practice has astonishing […]
Eating healthy can seem like a chore that takes a lot of effort. What we don’t realize is that our kitchen cabinets are holding essential ingredients that can help our bodies in a variety of ways. Spices have many wonderful assets that aid our health and leave us feeling great. Here are some of the […]
We’ve all heard the classics. Take your vitamins, eat your vegetables, wash your hands – and you won’t get sick. At Caravan, we encourage you to go above and beyond, and take every precaution to build up that first line of defense – the immune system. How can you build immunity from the inside? Fitness: Regular […]
Self-care is more vital than ever right now. As we all stay home in attempts to flatten the curve, our regular wellness routines might seem a little out of whack. At Caravan we know that to find balance during difficult times we must commit to daily practices involving the mind/body/spirit. In light of Coronavirus, we […]
Interested in how CARAVAN can better your company’s stress and employee satisfaction rates? First, let’s look at some information discussing the benefits of a corporate wellness program. A 2012 study was conducted at a Malaysian telecommunication company researching the effect of a corporate wellness program on employee satisfaction and stress rates. 125 employees were selected for this […]
Our minds are incredible entities capable of life-changing and health-reversing abilities. Sometimes though, this powerful vehicle can get overtaken by negative thoughts, leaving us susceptible to illness and a poorer quality of life. In order to quiet the whirlwind of negative thoughts, memories and societal expectations that can fill our minds, discover the healing and mind-clearing power of […]
According to research by Matthew A. Killingsworth a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health and Society scholar, and Harvard psychologist Daniel T. Gilbert we spend 46.7 percent of each day thinking about something other than what we’re doing. Being present has been shown to have tremendous impact on our mental health through years of scientific studies. […]