Spa Index News - Nov 22, 2000
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giveaway.
-- The Spa Index Team
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NEWS--------------------
CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women) Foundation
Charity Auctions on eBay (http://members.ebay.com/aboutme/cewfoundation). Proceeds from the auction will help support the
launch and development of cancerandcareers.org, CEW's ground breaking
website devoted to helping working women cope with the impact of cancer on their
career. Items for auction include a weekend for two at New Age Health Spa, a Spa
Escape Package at Elizabeth Arden Salon, and Half Day of Beauty at Laura Gellar
Studios, among many others. More than 170 luxury beauty products, accessories,
and opportunities for unique experiences will be auctioned from October 23rd
through December 8th.
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EDUCATION--------------------
Are you curious as to the meaning of the various
terms you see used in the spa brochures and articles you read? In each issue we
spotlight a specific treatment as requested by our subscribers. We’ve also
added a comprehensive Glossary of Terms at the home page so be sure to
check that out.
"What is CranioSacral Therapy and should I
be nervous that my daughter plans to participate in that? It just SOUNDS bad to
me, but she says it is for post-auto-accident injuries." Helen
Forrest, Santa Rosa, CA.
Helen: From the Sopa Therapy Centre we
learned that CranioSacral Therapy is a method of examining and treating your
head and body for restrictions that cause you pain and dysfunction. It
addresses the membrane system and the connective tissue that connect the cranium
and sacrum to each other. CST permits improvements in brain and spinal cord
function which, increases the health of your entire body, enhances your
resistance to disease and assists in a return to optimal function. It's
considered a gentle and non-invasive therapy that relieves pain of injury,
reduces stress and anxiety, and works well with other therapies. You can
request more data by writing to Soma@intouch.bc.ca,
or calling Soma at 604-731-7883 (Vancouver, BC).
--------------------READER
REQUESTS--------------------
I'm getting married on May 26, 2001. Before then,
my mother, sister, and my friends (bridesmaids) thought we'd take a trip
together, a girls-only weekend, to a spa or resort. Most of us (ok, mostly me)
want a weight loss program, but ALL of us are pretty shy because of our various
sizes and shapes. Is there any kind of program we can attend as a group? -- Mary
Burkett, Fremont, CA.
Mary: You're not alone. Your question is one our staff received from
several different readers last month. We know of a spa trip that is being
designed around plus-sized attendees, and is not too far from you. SWS Spa
Plus Holidays has designed a spa experience for the plus size woman to feel
comfortable in a spa setting with only plus-sized women. You and your friends
can enjoy a trip to Carmel Valley, California as part of a group of only 50
plus-sized women. You'll receive pampering spa treatments, water sports, yoga,
tai chi morning walks and much more. For more information please visit www.SizeWithStyle.com
and go to the SWS Spa button. It's valid through April, 2001. Good luck, and
congratulations!
For the rest of our readers, we have just
uploaded a page of Spas with Weight Management programs, on the home site.
In our next issue, we'll answer a reader's question about spas with a "stop
smoking" theme.
Send your treatment or other questions to
newsletter@spaindex.com. We’ll try to answer questions of broad interest to
our readers, as quickly as we can. -- The Spa Index Team
--------------------FOOD FACTS, RECIPES, AND
HEALTHY EATING--------------------
QUINOA (KEEN-wah) is being called the "supergrain"
of the future because it is high in fiber and contains ALL of the essential
amino acids, making it a complete protein. Quinoa seeds are very similar
in size and texture to bulgar or couscous, and are typically cream-colored,
although some varieties are black. This grain is easily adaptable in
salads and side dishes. We've found two recipes for you to try. In this
issue, a chicken salad with quinoa from Tavolo.Com. In our next issue, a
vegetarian side dish.
Cinnamon-Scented Quinoa and Smoked Chicken Salad
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1 cup quinoa,
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice,
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 dash Tabasco
1/2 pound smoked chicken, or smoked turkey, cut into long, thin strips
2 celery stalk, diced
1/2 cup scallions
1/2 cup currants
2 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
For each cup of quinoa to be cooked, pour 2
cups of water into a medium-sized saucepan, add cinnamon stick and salt. Bring
to a boil over high heat. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for
15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Remove cinnamon
stick. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk
together lemon juice, oil, lemon zest, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric and
Tabasco. Add the chicken or turkey, celery, scallions, currants, pine nuts and
the cooked quinoa. Toss well to combine. Season with salt and pepper. (The
salad may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and stored, covered, in the
refrigerator. Preparation Time: 25 Min. Serves: 4. Per Serving: Calories, 324.
Carbohydrates, 37 g. Fat, 13 g. Sodium, 1134 mg. Cholesterol, 24 mg. Protein, 17
g.)
--------------------PRODUCT
SPOTLIGHT--------------------
A free sample size is available of "My
Darling", a high purity facial cleanser containing Hawaiian botanical
ingredients. It claims to immediately reduce facial scars, discolorations, and
signs of aging upon the first use. Visit www.saharacosmetics.com.
For those people who have difficulty swallowing
or digesting vitamins, LiFizz Effervescent Vitamins carries an entire line of
vitamins in an all-natural powder form which dissolves in water. They
promise easy dissolve, great taste, and quick absorption. Available online
at www.lifizz.com.
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THIS--------------------
Educate yourself about drugs prescribed to you or
a loved one by using a handy reference-shelf available at www.planetrx.com/product/rx/drug_lib.asp.
--------------------SPA
BARGAINS--------------------
We are happy to provide our subscribers with a
sampling of limited time offers for special packages, special rates, and
workshops from spas that provide this information to us. You will find the full
list on our Spa Deals page at the site. This sampling is organized by month
through the end of the calendar year, and will be updated as often as possible,
or each time major spa bargains are made known to us. You’re welcome to submit
a spa-related giveaway, special offer, event, etc., please email it to newsletter@spaindex.com.
www.flare.com
invites you to enter a contest to win either a gift certificate for The Morning
Glory spa package (2 1/2 hrs) at Promised Care Centre in Toronto, or, a unique
package that allows you to create the Promised Care feeling in your own home.
The drawing will take place on December 4th, so hurry on this one.
Aesthetica Day Spa at
www.skindeepusa.com
is giving away $50 gift certificates every quarter. Five winners will
choose from a variety of aesthetica services, including facials, manicures,
pedicures, and more.
Amaranthine Aromatics at www.amaranthine.com
is giving away over $70.00 of aromatherapy goods every other month through April
31st, 20001. One Grand Prize winner who will also receive a $35.00
Amaranthine Aromatics aromatherapy gift voucher. Runners up will receive gift
vouchers.
Arnol Salon & Spa at www.arnolsalon.com
is giving away a gift certificate for the "Exquisite Day of Beauty"
($230 Value), which includes a 30 min Body Massage, a 1 hr Purifying Facial,
Manicure, Pedicure, a Design Cut & Style, Make-up, lunch and beverages.
Aurora Natural Care at www.aurora-naturalcare.com
invites you to join Club-Aurora to enter the drawing to win $4,000 in skincare
every month while taking advantage of beauty tips and special VIP Member
promotions.
Kozue Spa Day of Beauty at www.kozue.com
invites you to complete an online survey. Four respondents will win
Kozue's slimming gel, "Body Contour Gel."
