Stress, particularly when chronic, is associated with many negative health consequences. An effective way to reduce stress and lower cortisol (the “stress hormone”) involves physical contact—be it in ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Simple actions like consciously placing a hand on your heart or hugging yourself can lower your cortisol levels, heart rate, and help you feel less ...

Touch plays a vital role in soothing us and connecting our energy to others. However, during the pandemic, many of my patients are craving touch or “Vitamin T,” as I call it. Our regular sources of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The video opens with Hannah saying: “You have a literal switch in your skin that is pre-programmed to make you feel safe… but you ...

CATSKILL — Massage therapist Robin Ann Stapley works on the back of Herman Dean at a Health Fair Thursday. Held at the Washington Irving Senior Center in Catskill, the Health Fair featured ...