This column is part of a series to help understand the Chakra System, the seven energy centers in the body. An overview of each can be viewed at citybeat.com or cincyoga.com. Sanskrit Name: Manipur  

This column is part of a series to help understand the Chakra system, the seven energy centers in the body. An overview of each was described in the column of July 21-27, which can be viewed on city  

Jennifer Miller is not only a naturopathic doctor, but also a registered nurse with certification in iridology, craniosacral, kinesiology (also in animals) and lactation counseling. A naturopath spec  

This column is part of a series to help understand the chakra system, the seven energy centers in the body. An overview of each was described in a previous column (issue of July 21-27), which can be  

Osteopathic physician John E. Upledger discovered in 1970 that there was a rhythmic movement among the cranium, spinal column and sacrum. Based on the theory that the cranial bones allow for movement  

Dear Diane, I'm taking yoga classes at a studio once a week. How often and long should I do my yoga practice at home? -- Jim The reason most people start doing yoga is to change something in the  

Lasers have been around for quite a while, but just exactly how much do we know about them? The word "laser" is actually an acronym for "light amplified stimulated emission of radiation" -- a medium   

Dear Diane, I have a busy schedule and have trouble fitting one more ´health practice´ into my day. But I do love to walk and can fit that in at least 15 to 30 minutes five to six days   

What's your mindset about money and wealth? There are many aspects to this volatile topic, and it might be time to examine some of your long-held beliefs that were imposed on you by parents and other  

Dear Diane, Usually when I read about yoga, it talks about how breathing lowers your blood pressure or stretching helps your back. That all sounds scientific to me. But as I did my home practice re  

Dear Diane, I love this time of year so I can finally get outside with my sticks. But each year my body feels more and more like a stick -- stiff and breakable. My shoulders are tight, and my lower  

What happens around 40 years of age is fairly common in our culture. We call it the "midlife crisis" and tend to joke about it, but it can wreak havoc in our lives, spur us on to our greatest period   

Dear Diane, When I practice my yoga at home, my two kids always imitate me and want to follow along. I'd like them to learn it safely. Is it OK to take them to my yoga class or do they just have   

What is it that constitutes being a "genius?" This question is explored in The Einstein Factor by Win Wenger, Ph.D., and Richard Poe. Wenger's 20 years of research led to his conclusions, and his pre  

Dear Diane, I'm an athlete and go to the gym weekly. Some of my sports buddies say yoga helps them with flexibility and focus. Can you tell me some things to do for that? -- Baseball Bob Dear B