The Touch of Wellness Digest is a compendium of articles that will give you some quick news you can use when it comes to health and wellness. It’s information that’s fresh and insightful with an eye towards helping you live better and staying positive.








Worried that you are worrying too much? Stress is how our body handles real or perceived dangerous situations. It can have emotional and physical symptoms, such as feeling overwhelmed, avoiding others, headaches or chest pains. A little bit of stress is natural, but long-term stress can lead to serious health problems. 

Massage during pregnancy can be a great way to help with the normal discomforts of pregnancy, from backaches and leg cramps to swelling and headaches. Massage can also offer you a host of other benefits during your pregnancy, including reducing stress on weight-bearing joints and encouraging circulation. 
Sure, mom loves a bouquet of flowers or a pretty sweater, but what she really wants is the chance to de-stress. Being a mom is hard work. Hasn’t she earned a little “ME” time? As in Massage Envy-time? Give her the relaxing experience she deserves this Mother’s Day with one of Massage Envy’s handpicked spa services—the perfect gift for the mom, grandmother or mother-in-law in your life.
Feeling a bit run down and not as alert as you would like? What if you could eat your way to feeling more with it? Maybe you can. Health experts are finding that incorporating certain foods in your diet can keep your brain healthier and help you stay at the top of your mental game.
It is estimated that about 20 million Americans have used some form of meditation. Meditation is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Nor is it all about sitting in the lotus position and chanting “omm.”
Staycation—The idea hit our consciousness about a decade ago, and with the ever-shifting economy seems here to stay. We either feel like we can’t afford to pay for the gas, hotels, etc. that come with a vacation, or we are afraid for the safety of our jobs if we leave work for any length of time. In fact, studies have shown that vacations really do improve our health and well being.