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conjunction with acupuncture, which also impacts hormones and works on the brain. A 2018 study by Chinese research- ers published in the journal Evidence- Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows neuronal improvement through acupuncture in both cognitively impaired patients and healthy individuals.
Tools for Life Most practitioners believe that deriv- ing benefits from bodywork requires consistency, which can support longevity in unexpected ways. Garland says, “What really makes a difference in reducing chronic stress is consistent stress reduc- tion. One session occasionally will feel good and reduce tension temporarily, but will not make a major difference in reducing stress in the long term.” King agrees: “A massage once a month is my recommendation for ideal overall main- tenance, and more frequent sessions for specific conditions or goals.” Research and results confirm that
Menopause and Cognitive Function CST can also have an impact on women’s hormonal changes. “Very slight move- ment of tissues near the pituitary gland can exert a subtle pumping motion on the master gland in a way that will facilitate its ability to produce and release hormones,” explains Connolly.
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well-being is not a luxury, but a neces- sity, and puts to rest the idea that body- work is a guilty pleasure. “Te more we do to help ourselves, the better our lives will be as we age,” says Bondi.
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