An extension of yogic breathing technique, combined with guided meditation, that allows total relaxation and clearing of the mind of non-supportive thought patterns. Sometimes includes reliving the birth experience. A miniature trampoline. Amounts of nutrients recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences National Research Council as adequate for the maintenance of good nutrician. In their view, energy travels from critical zones of the body and ends its journey in the feet.
Charts are available showing which zones correspond to which internal organs.
The theory is that when excessive granular texture is felt in the feet as pressure is applied, it indicates the presence of uric acid crystallization. By rubbing the crystals on the nerve endings in the soles, a reflex reaction is supposedly set up between the zone and its associated body part. Reflexology is one of the massage techniques a person can learn to self-administer. Reflexology is recommended for chronic conditions such as asthma, headaches and migraines. Applied as hand, foot or ear massage using pressure points similar to accupressure.