alternative medicine

Bioginástica encompasses breathing exercises, meditation, yoga and imitation of the movements of animals such as snakes, felines and monkeys. The method was created by Orlando Cani, a Yoga teacher and physical trainer for great athletic athletes, and has spread among gyms, dance studios and yoga centers in major cities.

Bach florals are essences of flowers and plants that can be used as a complementary treatment against diseases and emotional imbalances. They have no side effects or contraindications, and can be used by all ages, even children. The flower therapy is completely natural and uses 38 types of essences in all, each essence having a different indication and can be taken alone or mixed depending on the symptoms or emotions felt at the time

Ionic detoxification, or hydrodetox as it can also be called, is a treatment that aims to detoxify the body by harmonizing the energy flows through the feet. Each detox session lasts between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on the person's age, and the full treatment varies from 3 to 7 weeks according to the person's goal

Mindfulness, called Full Attention in Portuguese, are techniques that aim to focus the mind in the present moment, without focusing on the past or concerns about the future. Thus, this technique attempts to combat the state of inattention and excessive reactions of the current lifestyle, also helping in the treatment of diseases such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and drug addiction

Aromatherapy is one of the most effective natural ways to reduce stress and anxiety, even in people suffering with anxiety disorder. However, aromatherapy can also be used on a day-to-day basis before more stressful situations, such as giving a test, going on a job interview or giving an important speech

Aromatherapy can help you lose weight as it is able to stimulate the brain and improve mental and psychological disposition, making it easier to follow a diet and maintain a frequent exercise routine. In addition, some oils used in aromatherapy may also decrease appetite, as well as relieve anxiety or depression, which are often associated with overeating and the urge to eat more caloric foods

Aromatherapy is natural therapy that uses essential oils to treat various problems in the body without causing side effects. Since all oils can be inhaled, this therapy is excellent in treating respiratory problems. To combat cough, the following essential oils are indicated: Rosemary, eucalyptus, lavender; Magerona, niauli, and peppermint; Juniper, oregano, tea tree

Aromatherapy is a natural technique that uses the aroma released by different essential oils to stimulate different parts of the brain, and can be used to: Relieve the symptoms of illnesses such as anxiety, stress, insomnia, depression, asthma or cold, for example; Promoting well-being; Strengthen the body's defenses

Chromotherapy is a treatment that uses colors such as yellow, red, blue, green or orange to establish a balance between body and mind, with each color having a different therapeutic function. Learn the meaning of colors in color therapy. In this therapy can be applied a variety of instruments, such as colored lamps, clothes, food, colored windows or solar water, for example

Auriculotherapy is a natural therapy that consists of stimulation of points in the ears and is therefore very similar to acupuncture. According to auriculotherapy, the human body can be represented in the ear, in the form of a fetus, and therefore each point refers to a specific organ. Thus, when this point is stimulated, it is possible to treat problems or relieve symptoms in that same organ

Bioenergetic therapy is a body therapy that uses specific physical exercises and breathing, to decrease or remove any type of emotional blockage (conscious or not) present in the individual. Bioenergetic therapy activates the energy flow and renews the vital energy of the individual, working not only the physical body but the mind and the emotional

Hot stone massage is a massage made with hot basalt stones all over the body, including face and head, which helps to relax and relieve the stress accumulated during daily tasks. Initially a full body massage is done with plenty of oil and then the therapist also performs a gentle massage with the heated stone leaving it to stay for a few minutes, in some specific points of the body, called acupressure key points

Hopi ear plugs are a great alternative to supplement sinusitis and other congestion problems such as rhinitis, flu, headaches, tinnitus and even vertigo. This type of candle is a kind of straw made from cotton, beeswax, chamomile and sage, which is placed in the ear and lights. Because it is long and narrow, the candle works like a chimney that draws impurities and wax from the inside of the ear and imparts a light massage to the eardrum, relieving pressure and discomfort in the ears and congested nasal passages, acting as anti-inflammatory and antibiotic

Shiatsu massage is a very effective therapeutic technique that serves to combat physical stress and improve body posture, producing a deep relaxation of the body. The benefits of shiatsu massage include: Relieve muscular tensions; Improve posture; Increase circulation; Rebalance the energy flow; Facilitate the removal of toxins, providing a feeling of relaxation, well-being, greater disposition and vitality

Reiki is a Japanese technique that uses energy exchange to revitalize and harmonize the body, using the hands as the source of this energy to promote well-being, happiness and serenity. In order to practice Reiki, it is necessary to develop the consciousness and the feeling of unconditional love, so that you move from one person to another, a type of good energy, which has the following objectives: Reduced stress and anxiety; Hormonal balance and decreased stress symptoms; Reduction of toxins from the body; Emotional balance; Increased creativity; Increased calm, tranquility and serenity; Incre

Receiving a foot massage is a great way to combat stress, anxiety and depression because touching energetic points creates harmony and rebalances energies, promoting well-being and allowing physical, emotional and mental balance. To note the benefits of reflexology in combating anxiety and depression it is advised to stimulate the points listed here daily for about 1 month to notice your results

Homeopax is a homeopathic remedy used as an aid in the treatment of anxiety and nervousness in adult patients or children over 2 years of age. Homeopax is a medicine produced by the laboratory Almeida Prado. Homeopax Indications Homeopax is indicated for the treatment of symptoms of anxiety and nervousness

Homeopathic remedies are made from plants, minerals and chemicals in concentrations very diluted in water or alcohol to treat various diseases such as anxiety, influenza and depression, for example, usually without side effects. These remedies can be used by any individual from babies to the elderly, whenever necessary

Acupuncture points are present in places where innumerable nerve endings, muscle fibers, tendons, ligaments and joints, also known as meridians, are present. According to traditional Chinese medicine, there are 12 main meridians that are related to the organs: lung, spleen, heart, kidney, heart, liver, large intestine, stomach, small intestine, bladder or gall bladder, for example

Magnetotherapy is a natural treatment alternative that uses magnets and their magnetic fields to increase the movement of some cells and body substances, such as water, in order to obtain effects such as decrease of pain, increase of cellular regeneration or reduction of inflammation, for example. In order to do this technique, the magnets can be inserted into bands of fabric, bracelets, shoes and other objects, so that they are kept close to the place to be treated, or the magnetic field can be produced by a small device that is placed close to the skin, at the site to be treated