“When you’re planning a spa day, you might be targeting that sense of Zen that hits somewhere between the steam room and the hot tub. But an afternoon of indulgence can have lasting benefits beyond a reduction in stress — many treatments, from mud wraps to acupuncture, can help to improve digestion, clear skin, reduce blood pressure, and generally calm the nervous system.
In search of good health practices, we spoke with specialists at three Coachella Valley wellness centers to learn more about services designed with whole-body wellness in mind. While some of the offerings may be a little “woo-woo” (there is little research on the health benefits of shamanic healing), fans of these particular treatments attest to their therapeutic value…”
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