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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:10:44 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Nurturing News</title><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:46:48 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright></copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</generator><item><title>February Valentine's Special:</title><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:20:13 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/february-valentines-special.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:14601974</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Receive a 1 Hour Relaxation or Deep Tissue Massage and a 1 Hour Customized Facial for only &nbsp;$100! (a $150 value, a savings of $50).&nbsp; This special is also offered for couples for $200! (a $300 value, a savings of $100).&nbsp; Appointments must be scheduled in February upon availibility.&nbsp; Couples services&nbsp;will only&nbsp;be&nbsp;available on Saturdays or Sundays.&nbsp; A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to schedule an appointment.&nbsp;&nbsp;We can also&nbsp;offer&nbsp;wine, chocolates, and rose petals for an additional $50.&nbsp;&nbsp;Contact us to schedule your special time to relax at 336-207-9832, <a href="mailto:info@nurturedbody.com">info@nurturedbody.com</a>, or <a href="http://www.nurturerdbody.com">www.nurturerdbody.com</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/rss-comments-entry-14601974.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>December Holiday Gift Certificate Special:</title><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 03:11:06 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/december-holiday-gift-certificate-special.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:14190537</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Purchase a Gift Certificate for any 1 Hour Massage or Facial service for only $50!&nbsp; There is no limit on purchases and no expiration date. &nbsp;You can purchase these by phone, on our Facebook page and&nbsp;our website, (use code "holiday"),&nbsp;or at our office.&nbsp; Valid until 12/31/11.&nbsp; Give the gift of relaxation and stress releif for the holidays!&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/rss-comments-entry-14190537.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>November Specials:</title><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:49:20 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/november-specials.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:13314852</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: 120%;"><strong>Wednesday Massage Special:</strong>&nbsp;</span> Schedule a 60-minute massage for $15&nbsp;OFF the regular cost, or&nbsp; a 90-minute massage for $20 OFF the regular cost!!!&nbsp; Available dates to schedeule are Wed 11/9/11 and Wed 11/16/11.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 110%;"><strong><span style="font-size: 110%;">Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum:</span></strong>&nbsp;</span> Purchase&nbsp;Dermalogica's NEW Overnight Repair Serum for $60, and receive a trial-size of Dermalogica's Power Rich Moisturizer for FREE! (a savings value of $42)!!!&nbsp; You will see rapid results within 2 weeks when using these&nbsp; 2 skin care products every night!&nbsp; These 2 products help to reduce the signs of aging, as far as&nbsp;boosting collagen production and elasticity, resulting in a softer and smoother skin appearance, along with the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.&nbsp;&nbsp;Plant-based botanical ingredients included are, Rose Hip Seed Extract, Arnica Seed Extract, and Morocann Argan Oil.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR THESE ONLINE DAILY DEALS:</strong>&nbsp; <strong>livingsocial.com on 11/23/11 and</strong> <strong>dealchiken.com on 11/28/11!!!</strong></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/rss-comments-entry-13314852.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Benefits of Skin Care Therapies</title><category>Benefits</category><category>Facial</category><category>List</category><category>Skin Care</category><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:40:31 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/benefits-of-skin-care-therapies.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:11085355</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.nurturedbody.com/storage/photos/nurtured-body-client-receiving-facial-01.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1302212748536" alt="Nurtured Body female client receiving a facial." /></span></span>Does the idea of skin care therapy bring to mind special occasions at expensive spas and retreats? The benefits to this kind of self care are well worth considering. You're worth it!</p>
<p>Benefits of Skin Care include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Reduces Clogged Pores</li>
<li>Improves Skin Elasticity</li>
<li>Smoothes Fine Lines &amp; Wrinkles</li>
<li>Improves Skin Texture</li>
<li>Increases Collagen Production</li>
<li>Improves Sun Damage﻿</li>
</ul>
<p>The Nurtured Body in Greensboro, NC offers a wide range of facials, microderm abrasion, chemical peels, waxing and more. Learn more by visiting <a href="http://www.nurturedbody.com/skin-care">our Skin Care page</a>.</p>
<p>And when you're ready to schedule your next treatment, we hope you'll consider us! <a href="http://www.nurturedbody.com/contact">Click here to contact us now.</a></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/rss-comments-entry-11085355.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Benefits of Massage Therapy</title><category>Benefits</category><category>List</category><category>Massage</category><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 21:29:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/benefits-of-massage-therapy.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:11085222</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://www.nurturedbody.com/storage/photos/relaxed-massage-client-at-nurtured-body-greensboro-02.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1302212267860" alt="Relaxed Nurtured Body massage therapy male client." /></span></span>At The Nurtured Body, we know that massage therapy is good for you. It seems like a no-brainer, right? Maybe you're still wondering if massage therapy is right for you? There are a number of benefits beyond relaxation.</p>
<h5>Here are a few benefits of massage therapy:</h5>
<ul>
<li>Reduces Stress</li>
<li>Relieves Muscle Tension</li>
<li>Improves Joint Mobility</li>
<li>Calms Nervous System</li>
<li>Lowers Blood Pressure</li>
<li>Boosts Mental Awareness﻿</li>
</ul>
<p>Greensboro, NC-area residents, if you've never had a massage before, or are looking for a new therapist, we hope you'll consider us. <a href="http://www.nurturedbody.com/contact/">Contact us now to schedule your massage!</a></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/rss-comments-entry-11085222.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>The benefits of Bamboo-Fusion Massage &amp; Bamboo-Visage Facial Massage</title><category>Bamboo</category><category>Benefits</category><category>List</category><category>Massage</category><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:10:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/the-benefits-of-bamboo-fusion-massage-bamboo-visage-facial-m.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:11083829</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>The Nurtured Body now offers Bamboo-Fusion Massage as well as Bamboo-Visage Facial Massage. Among the many benefits of these increasingly-popular treatments are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Produces an extreme sensation of relaxation and well-being</li>
<li>Reduces muscle tension faster with heated bamboo tools</li>
<li>Provides suppleness to skin </li>
<li>Relieves tightness in muscles and tendons</li>
<li>Stimulates blood and lymph circulation</li>
<li>Regenerates and revitalizes muscle tissues</li>
<li>Relaxes the body and mind</li>
<li>Lowers blood pressure</li>
<li>Relieves stress﻿</li>
</ul>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/rss-comments-entry-11083829.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>The Benefits of Massage Therapy &amp; Bodywork on Cancer Patients</title><category>Cancer</category><category>Massage</category><category>Oncology</category><dc:creator>Dee Manieri</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:51:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.nurturedbody.com/nurturing-news/the-benefits-of-massage-therapy-bodywork-on-cancer-patients.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">803960:9444088:11072011</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Massage therapy has been known to be beneficial to help relieve several side effects of cancerous diseases and the rehabilitation treatments of chemotherapy and radiation after surgery.&nbsp; Patients can experience several different side effects such as numbness, pain, nausea, fatigue, weakness, anxiety and depression.&nbsp; Breast cancer patients experienced reduced depression, anxiety and anger after having massage treatments.&nbsp; Massage also increased patient&rsquo;s dopamine and serotonin levels.&nbsp; &ldquo;Natural killer Cells&rdquo; (NK cells) which fight off cancerous cells, and lymphocytes were also increased with patients having massage treatments.&nbsp; <br /><br />Aromatherapy massage can be beneficial for cancer patients post surgery.&nbsp; The use of essential oils along with massage can relieve mild to moderate anxiety and depression for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery.&nbsp; Reflexology and massage can help to eliminate bouts of nausea for cancer patients.&nbsp; Results have shown that nausea was lowered in women with breast cancer after having these treatments post surgery.&nbsp; Reiki has also been used with cancer patients to increase self esteem and to decrease anxiety and depression.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>Research Sites:</h4>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.massagemagazine.com" target="_blank">www.massagemagazine.com</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.medline.com" target="_blank">www.medline.com</a></li>
</ul>
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