FUTURE HOME OF ST. MICHAEL HEALTH AND WELLNESS – After 8 years, we are excited to finally identify the home for our wellness place in the Philippines. Renovations and improvements are underway for an October soft opening. Thanks to Dale Mendoza for managing the project. A lot of moving pieces and behind the scenes activities. With READ MORE
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Our BRAND Promise
Cecilia Ramirez is the Founder, President, and CEO of St. Michael & Company, a women-centered and faith-based health and wellness company located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She holds a Master of Business Administration degree, specializing in brand management and strategic marketing, from Regent University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from READ MORE
Guam’s Biodiverse Ecosystem and Eco-Tourism
Surahana Bernice Nelson has been a practitioner of naturopathic medicine since the 1960s, using natural remedies to support the body’s inherent ability to heal itself. She currently leases a three-acre farm named “Åmot TaoTaoTano.” Today, her business partner, Susan Marie Taitano Aguon, joined her in managing the farm. Susan is also from a long lineage READ MORE
Korea: Land of the Morning Calm
The word “Korea” is derived from the ancient Korean word “Goryeo,” referred to as “the Land of Morning Calm. Geographically, Korea is located between China and Japan. A beautiful country, rugged coastline with numerous islands and the mountainous the Korean Peninsula . The peninsula is about 600 miles from its northern tip to its READ MORE
Philippines – Exhale and Immersing With Nature
Mindshift: Pushing Beyond Your Limits Women’s Retreat was unlike any other women’s immersion retreat. Immersion comes from the Latin word immersion, a stem of immerser meaning “to plunge in, dip into, sink, submerge,” from assimilated form of in- “into, in, on, upon.” This retreat was an immersion in nature incorporating the five elements (metal, wood, READ MORE
DAILY ESSENTIALS: ESSENTIAL OILS -MUSCLE SPRAIN vs. MUSCLES STRAIN
For athletes, muscle sprain and strain are the most common sport injuries. These injuries are painful and creates physical performance dysfunction. Depending on the injury, the ability to return to practice or competition is crucial. Proper diagnosis and treatment are essential in minimizing down time and recovery. Aromatherapy and essentials oil can be incorporated to READ MORE
Daily Essentials- Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the most common root herbs in the Philippines and is now getting its attention in the Western world for its anti carcinogentic properties or cancer fighting therapeutic properties. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION According to a study conducted at the Stephen Austin University, Turmeric has at least 235 compounds, primarily phenolic compounds and terpenoids READ MORE
Daily Essentials: Lemongrass
Lemongrass is an herb that is native to the Philippines. Philippine local farmers such as Piknikan Garden in Pangasinan grow lemongrass. Lemongrass is also a common ingredient in Filipino cooking and teas. In a 2015 study, it suggests that drinking lemongrass tea infusions daily for 30 days can increase hemoglobin concentration, packed cell volume, and READ MORE
DAILY ESSENTIALS: Sweet Orange Oil
Latin name: Citrus sinensisCountry of origin: PortugalPart of the plant: RindsExtraction method: Cold pressedMain biochemical components*: Limonene, delta-3-care, linaloolProperties: Antiseptic digestive, sedative, stimulant (digestive and lymphatic) tonic, antidepressant. Why Use Physical uses: Poor circulation, digestion, water retention, constipation, infections (bacterial, fungal), lymphatic support. Skin care uses Dull skin, oily skin, puffy skin, dry skin, wrinkles, rough skin, poor circulation, minor READ MORE
DAILY ESSENTIALS: Lemon
Latin name: Citrus limonumCountry of origin: ItalyPart of the plant: RindsObtained by: Cold pressedMain biochemical components*: Limonene, beta-pinene, gamma-terpineneProperties: Antibacterial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antidepressant, antifungal, diuretic, insecticide, tonic. Why Use Physical uses: Infections (bacterial, fungal, viral), sinusitis, colds, flu, sore throat, poor circulation, immune support. Skin care uses: Congested skin, oily skin, blemishes, minor skin infections (bacterial, fungal, viral), imbalanced oil production, warts, skin READ MORE
How to Use Essential Oils
Essential oils are powerful and potent. Follow safety guideline in using essential oils. Essential oils must be for external use only. Always dilute before use. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eyes and other sensitive areas. Keep away from direct flame – essential oils are flammable. If pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before READ MORE
Daily Essentials : Peppermint
Peppermint Latin name: Mentha piperitaCountry of origin: USAPart of the plant: Leaves, stems, flowersExtraction method: Steam distilledMain biochemical components*: Menthol, menthone, isomenthoneProperties: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, decongestant, stimulant, antispasmodic, astringent. Why Use Physical uses: Poor digestion, indigestion, nausea, stomach aches, motion sickness, respiratory congestion, sinusitis, coughs, infections (bacterial, viral), muscle aches, muscle spasms, sciatica, stiff joints, menstrual cramps, headaches, feeling over-heated, nerve pain, sluggishness, READ MORE
FLAVORFUL LIFE- Squash Gazpacho
Today’s lunch will be flavorful and full of aromathic spices and herbs. Aromatherapy is not just about essential oils. Aromatheraphy is also about using the herbs and plants for cooking. Through cooking, we drive the aroma from the herbs infused in cooking. While traveling to Spain during the hot summer months last year, we were READ MORE
Daily Essentials: Essential Oils for Dengue
Background: Dengue (pronounced DENgee) fever is a painful, debilitating mosquito-borne disease caused by any one of four closely related dengue viruses. These viruses are related to the viruses that cause West Nile infection and yellow fever. According to Center for Disease Control, an estimated 400 million dengue infections occur worldwide each year, with about 96 READ MORE
DAILY ESSENTIALS: BENEFITS OF SUNFLOWER OIL
Sunflower Seed Oil is one of most frequently used carrier oil. There are so many benefits that Sunflower Oil can offer most especially for skin conditions. It as anti inflammatory, anti bacterial, antifungal, anticancer, cardio protective and dermoprotective. Healing Benefits (Source: Therapeutic Anti-inflammatory – – Sunflower has anti inflammatory benefits due to its chemical position READ MORE