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Exercises, that slow and deepen the breathing bring a ‘feel – good’ factor to the body while also relaxing and resting the mind. Yoga practice releases tension in the physical body and also frees obstructions in the nadis or energy channels.  It is important to choose a posture that is comfortable and sustainable. The traditional postures for…

Essential oils are often referred to as the ’soul’ of a plant. They are produced by tiny glands in the petal of flowers, in the wood, stems and barks of trees, and in the skins of many fruits. Each oil is composed of at least 100 different chemical constituents, which are categorized as aldehydes, oxides,…

It was our 10th wedding anniversary and we wanted it to be particularly romantic, tranquil, preferably in a sunny, warm environment and not far from an international airport. We are both huge fans of wine so the combination of Portugal and wine made perfect sense. That’s how we came across Aquapura Douro Valley, the most…

You have probably heard this before, but it’s worth repeating; research suggests that 60-90% of illness is stress-related. The sheer wear and tear of stress damages the cardiovascular system, suppress the immune system, impedes the digestive system, depletes your adrenals(which disrupts hormonal balance), and impairs your ability to rest and relax – not to mention the myriad psychological and emotional manifestations. High…