By anothergig October 17, 2015
Weekly massages? Sign me up! Having only had a couple Swedish massages in my past I did not know what to expect. I got the 90 Minute Hot Stone Massage and it was AMAZING!!! Jackie is the best Therapist. She incorporated Swedish massage and multiple techniques into her full body Hot Stone Massage for a completely relaxing and rejuvenating experience. I feel like a new person. See you next week Jackie! -Dan ...read more
By Saysay March 08, 2013
She wasn't right about very much during my reading. She said I've been pregnant two times when I've never been pregnant. I hesitated going in the 1st place cause she's mean! I've talked to her on the phone 2 times ...read more
By Saysay March 08, 2013
She wasn't right about very much during my reading. She said I've been pregnant two times when I've never been pregnant. I hesitated going in the 1st place cause she's mean! I've talked to her on the phone 2 times ...read more
If you watch the Discovery Channel then you’ve probably seen a show called “Moonshiners.” The series, which began its first season in 2011, follows around illegal moonshine distillers in the Appalachian Mountains. What makes the show appealing is not the colorful cast of characters in overalls, but the fact that the alcohol these guys produce is some of the most powerful stuff on the plant. The Discovery Channel needs to subtitle most of the show as the characters use their unique vernacular to explain the process of creating illegal liquor that can reach strengths of 160 proof. In comparison, the average bottle of liquor produced commercially is only around 80 proof. Viewers often seen the distillers taking long swigs of their product from bell jars as they pay homage to their ancestors who made a living moonshining during the prohibition era. The issue is that moonshine is incredibly dangerous in more ways than one. There are numerous health risks involved in not only drinking the stuff, but also making it.The process of making moonshine is fairly complex and to get it wrong can be disastrous. One of the major health concerns with moonshine is the prevalence of lead in toxic levels. Since backwoods stills are generally made from spare parts such as car radiators, then contaminates enter the batch without the distiller knowing. One of the most common ways to test moonshine is to light it on fire. Any substance over 50% alcohol will be flammable and you can use the flame color to tell a lot about your brew. An alcohol that burns with a blue flame contains a lot of ethanol, the primary ingredient in alcoholic drinks. A yellow flame indicates low levels of contaminates, while a red flame indicates that the mixture contains a significant amount of lead. All moonshine is alcoholic enough to light on fire.Since moonshine is highly combustible, it should come as no surprise that making a mistake could blow the whole still sky high. There are hundreds of stories of moonshiners doing one thing wrong and subsequently blowing themselves into oblivion. Even correctly made moonshine can still have a high level of methanol, a toxic substance which distills at a lower temperature than ethanol. Methanol can cause death and is the reason why people going blind became associated with moonshine use.Alcohol addiction is a serious problem in the United States but it can be controlled. Like moonshiners, the life of an alcoholic is entirely intertwined with booze. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse issues, call theDrug Treatment Helpline in Indianapolis, INas soon as possible. The trained professionals have experience treating all kinds of substance addictions and they can help you regain control over your life. ...read more
By Drug Treatment Helpline June 26, 2013
One of the most serious problems facing America today is drug and alcohol addiction. It’s no secret that drugs are destroying the lives of people all across this country. Regardless of race, age or class, drug abuse is rampant and must be stopped in order to help people live lives of consequence. Combating drug and alcohol use is very difficult for a number of reasons, but one of which is the huge amount of false information being disseminated to the general public. It’s not wise to believe everything you hear, especially when it comes to information about dangerous and addictive drugs. Now if this information was coming from a physician or drug treatment counselor then obviously the information is probably true. The problem is many people learn about drugs and alcohol from their peers who are not always the most informed. Many people are unaware of how dangerous and addictive a drug may be before they try it. Here are a few facts about the most addictive drugs out there today.It used to be drugs were sold exclusively on the black market. They still are today, but now there is a new marketplace for dangerous and addictive drugs. Pharmaceuticals such as painkillers and anti-anxiety medications are quickly becoming the most used drugs in the country. Painkillers such as Oxycodone and Vicodin both give powerful highs and carry a huge risk for dependency and overdosing. Doctors are prescribing these hazardous pills at an alarming rate and as a result the number of prescription drug overdoses are through the roof in recent years. Medications such as Valium or Xanax carry similar risks when it comes to dependency and overdosing.One very dangerous drug which you’ve probably heard of is cocaine. Long known for its status as an elitist drug of the upper class, cocaine has a storied history in the United States which began in the 1980’s. Cocaine has a direct effect on the dopamine receptors in the brain, acting as a stimulant. The high from cocaine is only about a half hour long, so users need to continually use the drug to maintain the high. This means that it’s easy to develop an addiction as well as overdose. Quitting cocaine is very difficult to do, particularly if you’ve been using regularly for an extended period of time.Many people don’t consider alcohol a drug, but it is one of the most addictive substances there is. Since so many people use alcohol, it can be really hard to tell if you or someone you know has developed an addiction to it. Even if that person does recognize they have a problem, then what? Well, calling the Alcohol Rehab Helpline in Indianapolis, IN is a great start. The trained addiction counselors know the newest and most effective techniques when it comes to treating substance abuse and addiction. ...read more
By Alcohol Rehab Helpline June 25, 2013
Slipups are something we all have to deal with, but make a few too many and you’ll be in big trouble. Well-known R&B; singer/songwriter Bobby Brown found particular fact that out the hard way when he was sentenced to 55 days in jail for a drunk driving. Not only was Brown driving drunk, but he was also driving with a suspended license stemming from another DUI. This is the singers third driving under the influence incident since 1996. After the first two, you’d think a person would get that having a few drinks then driving home isn’t a good decision. Especially for a celebrity like Bobby Brown, who without a doubt could have gotten a ride from someone or just called himself a cab. Instead, he decided to drive drunk and it ultimately cost him his status as a free man.Drunk driving is certainly a big problem in America. Every day, regular people and celebrities alike are making the poor choice to drive when they shouldn’t and people are getting sent to jail left and right. The penalties for drunk driving can be life shattering, particularly for the average person who does not have an overabundance of resources at their disposal. The fines are weighty, but the biggest issue usually revolves around someone’s license being suspended for sometimes up to a year. What would happen to you if you lost your license? Could you get to work? Most people don’t live within walking or biking distance from their job so they would need to figure out another way. Taking the bus can be really demoralizing if you’re used to driving your own car.A DUI is one of the most preventable crimes out there. Sometimes a DUI can signal more than just a mistake however. Those who are arrested for drunk driving often have issues with substance abuse. A DUI can point to larger problems like alcoholism or alcohol dependence. In some cases, a DUI is a wake-up call for someone that they need to reconsider the choices they make. Those changes can be difficult to make on your own, so many turn to addiction treatment centers, such as Drug Treatment Help in Indianapolis, IN, for help. The professional addiction counselors have a patient’s best interests at heart. They understand that addiction can be terribly difficult to overcome, but they know the best treatments to help someone reach sobriety.While Bobby Brown must spend 55 days in the big house, he was also sentenced to four years of probation and compulsory alcohol counseling for almost two years. Jail is definitely a preventive measure for committing a crime like a DUI, but ultimately it will be a fruitful stint in alcohol counseling which will do the most to stop people like Bobby Brown from making the same mistake over and over again. ...read more
By Drug Treatment Helpline May 20, 2013
Growing interest in natural health, holistic health or alternative medicine, has resulted in healthcare education expanding to include training in natural health and nutrition. There are hundreds of accredited natural healing programs offered by colleges and universities around the world. Although pro... ...read more
Holistic health practitioners take a different approach to healing the body and mind than traditional western medical professionals do. In many cases you can benefit from seeing a holistic practitioner in addition to your regular doctor. Finding alternative therapists and practitioners isn't difficult. ...read more
