Spa News - June 2006
Start your Summer with Spa
The onset of summer - specifically, beach weather - can bring anxiety about our bodies. Part of our goal at AquaTerre is help you reveal your most beautiful self, while emphasizing a healthy, holistic approach to beauty.
In this informative issue, learn about the benefits of seeing a Registered Massage Therapist and why jade can be so effective in healing.
June features: |
- The RMT difference
- Broccoli & Pine Nut Frittata
- Therapeutic Properties of Jade
- Jade Stone Massage
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Enjoy the light frittata recipe below, and the next time a summer breeze reminds you of your favourite spa treatment, we'll be ready for you.
Best Wishes,
Chandra Pearson
Spa Director
How is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) different?
A Registered Massage Therapist - or RMT - is a health care professional with a high level of skill and training.
RMTs are not only a trained, but certified and regulated - since 1946 in BC. To achieve RMT certification in BC, students must complete at least 3,000 hours of training over three years at an accredited college.
At AquaTerre, RMTs are employed to offer massage services that focus on therapeutic benefits. Although many massage therapy recipients find the relaxation element enhances the effectiveness of their treatment.
More RMT Resources and Information:
Broccoli & Pine Nut Frittata
This light, tasty dish makes 5 servings at 157 calories per half cup.
Ingredients
4 |
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Eggs |
4 |
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Egg whites |
¼ tsp |
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Sea salt |
½ tsp |
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Fresh ground black pepper |
3 tbsp |
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Pine nuts, toasted |
2 cups |
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Broccoli, lightly steamed |
¼ tsp |
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Paprika |
3 oz |
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Feta cheese |
Directions
Whisk together the eggs, egg whites, feta cheese, salt, pepper and pine nuts in a medium bowl.
Place broccoli at the bottom of an 8 inch pie pan. Pour egg mixture over top.
Sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until set.
Serve warm.
Recipe courtesy of the Destination Spa Group and the New Age Health Spa.
Therapeutic Properties of Jade
Naturally cool to the touch, jade is technically referred to as jadeite or nephrite.
This semi-precious stone is popular for carvings and jewellery. While many alternative healing practitioners use jade to enhance practically, wisdom and a sense of peace.
As a massage tool, jade is used to remove accumulated toxins, in many cases produced by stress, diet and lifestyle.
While many stone treatments incorporate heated basalt stones, massage with jade utilizes both hot and cool stones.
Often incorporating a selection of stone sizes and different roller tools, jade massage varies temperature and energy for maximum benefit. The jade stones are also reported to enhance relaxation and well-being.
Jade Stone Massage
At AquaTerre, our own Jade Stone Massage uses alternating temperatures of energetic jade stones to aid in removing toxins and reduce inflammation.
Includes a 15 minute rest time at the end of the treatment.
1¾ hr $145 CDN
Reserve here or call 1.250.468.2404 or 1.888.441.4442. |
