Coconut oil may be the most popular to use as a natural sunscreen, but red raspberry + carrot seed oil can offer even better protection! According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), approximately 75% of commercial sunscreens contain toxic chemicals that are directly linked to cancer and are known to disrupt hormones. You might want to think twice about what …
Yoga for Bikers
Biking + Yoga: “Both are intense, consuming passions, highly physical, involving lots of sweat and heavy breathing, and, sometimes, not a lot of clothing.” – Jay Winston There’s no doubt that long hours hunched over the handlebars can tighten both the upper and lower body. Chronically tight hamstrings and sore hips, back, neck and shoulders are all too often taken …
Fitness for Your Mind: The Benefits of Meditation
“In our over-stimulated world, meditation will become the new yoga.” Somehow, deep down we all seem to know that relaxation is good for us. We know we should make more time for a meditation practice. Maybe if you knew some concrete things as to the benefits of meditation, it would be easier to talk yourself into a few extra minutes …
Here Comes the Sun: How to Prepare (even in Portland)
Don’t be fooled by cloudy days! Myths and tips about sun protection and skin cancer prevention. Many of us would never forget to pack sunscreen when going on a hot sunny hike, but protecting ourselves on a cool cloudy day never seems to cross our minds. Especially if you’re just running errands around town. Up to 80% of the UV …
What Would Grandma Do?
CLICK HERE TO ENTER AND WIN + a MONTH OF YOGA and SAUNA + TWO-FER MASSAGE and ORGANIC FACIAL FOR YOU and MOM Share the wisdom of the ‘elders in your family with their natural home remedies and traditions on Root’s Facebook page this season! CLICK HERE TO ENTER Share your grandma wisdom with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ …
Cleaner + Clearer
CLEANER + CLEARER Optimal health and healing can take place naturally when physical, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental aspects of life are brought into proper balance. Spring’s here and it’s the perfect time for your body (and mind) to hit the refresh button. JOIN US? *INTRODUCING* Organic Skin Treatment for the Body CHOICE OF TWO 60-MIN SKIN SERVICES …
Mind Body Spring Cleanse
Holistic cleansing for mind, body, and Spirit. Nutritionist Brittany Sandoval and Meditation Therapist Kat Lui will be leading a MIND-BODY cleanse, complete with meal plans, shopping lists, practices, activities, and private sessions to support you in a deep cleanse that is gentle, sustainable and transformative. Join the group, or opt to do the cleanse on your own schedule. The group …
Stay Ahead: Preparing for Allergy Season
In Chinese Medicine, there is a philosophy that it is best to treat an illness before it has a chance to manifest. As practitioners, we not only take care of symptoms as they arise, but we also treat the root cause of the illness to eliminate the symptoms from occurring in the first place. As we approach allergy season, now …
Introducing Organic Detox Treatments for the Body
As the largest organ in our body, we believe skin care is an important and vital way to aid the body’s detoxification process. Root skincare combines holistic principles with the finest organic products to uncover your skin’s natural beauty and sustain its optimal health. VERA BOTANICA Austrian Moor Detox therapy for the body is a natural organic substance, thousands of …
Thailand 2014
Thailand 2014: 10-Day Yoga + Wellness Cultural Adventure with Root Join Root Whole Body Founder Pat Johnson and Monica Rudestam, LAc MSOM for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to unwind, unravel and nourish your soul with the amazing people, culture and spirit of Thailand! There’s a magic that happens when you’re willing to break out of your everyday scene and appreciate the …
QiGong + Salad Rolls
QIGONG + SALAD ROLLS With MONICA RUDESTAM SATURDAY, APRIL 19th at 1:30-3:00pm Join us to learn about Root’s 10-day wellness adventure in Thailand, experience a one-hour qigong session with Monica Rudestam and share some salad rolls! $20pp class fee may apply to deposit.
Foam Roller Workshop with Dr. Brenda Ku
Foam Roller Workshop with Dr. Brenda Ku Saturday May 3rd @ 1:30pm Post-workout, post-injury or post-surgery, learn how to restore your body to maintain a flexible, active and pain-free lifestyle. You’ll take home a foam roller and specific techniques to reduce pain, minimize sore muscles and remove adhesions. $45 pp includes includes Roller to take home | $30 pp without …