1. Get enough sleep Sleep and immunity are closely tied. In fact, inadequate or poor quality sleep is linked to a higher susceptibility to sickness. In a study in 164 healthy adults, those who slept fewer than 6 hours each night were more likely to catch a cold than those who slept 6 hours or more each night (1Trusted Source). Getting adequate rest may strengthen your natural immunity. Also, you may sleep more when sick to allow your immune system to better fight the illness

Healing touch therapies, the best known being Reiki (pronounced RAY-key), are ancient practices in increasingly wide use today. Reiki is increasingly offered in hospital, hospice, and private practice settings, applied to a variety of illnesses and conditions. Those who receive such treatments report relief of symptoms from numerous health challenges, including mental health issues. Research shows that reiki primarily helps in the reduction of stress, anxiety and depression,

1 in 5 Americans are impacted by seasonal change Massage is shown to improve mood and elevate energy levels. People looking to fend off the winter blues may find relief by integrating massage therapy into their health maintenance routine. Shorter days, less sunlight and colder temperatures leave many Americans feeling depressed and lethargic, yet studies show that regular massages improve mood and reset circadian rhythms, leading to better sleep and more energy. Seasonal Affe

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a very gentle treatment that improves the function of the lymphatic system throughout the body. MLD can be beneficial in treating: post-surgical swelling post-cancer treatment swelling primary and secondary lymphedema post-traumatic edema (e.g., sports injuries migraine headaches rheumatoid arthritis Lyme disease fibromyalgia MLD is further used to promote general relaxation and for cleansing (detoxification) of the skin and superficial fasc