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10. The Impact of Jaw Tension on Skin Health
10. The Impact of Jaw Tension on Skin Health
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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
Apr 9, 2024
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Podcast episode
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SummaryWhat is the impact of jaw tension on skin health? In this episode, Emily explains the causes of jaw tension, including stress, improper posture, teeth clenching, and TMJ dysfunction. Emily highlights the link between jaw tension and skin health, emphasizing the importance of circulation and lymphatic drainage for healthy skin. She also explores the impact of jaw tension on facial aging, including the appearance of jowls and dynamic wrinkles. Emily provides various approaches to relieving jaw tension, such as self-massage, stress management strategies, and herbs. TakeawaysJaw tension can negatively impact skin health, including inflammation, decreased circulation, and compromised lymphatic drainage.Proper posture, ergonomics, and exercises and stretches can help alleviate jaw tension.Self-massage techniques targeting the SCM, temporalis, and masseter muscles can relieve jaw tension.Stress management strategies, such as breathing exercises, meditation, and using nervine and adaptogen herbs, can help reduce jaw tension.Maintaining healthy lymphatic drainage is crucial for skin health and can be improved through self-massage and proper posture.Jaw tension can contribute to facial aging, including the appearance of jowls and dynamic wrinkles.Herbs like agrimony can help relax tense jaw muscles and reduce inflammation.Breathing through the nose instead of mouth breathing can help alleviate jaw tension and improve overall well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:57 Background on Jaw Tension03:22 Causes of Jaw Tension07:00 Link Between Jaw Tension and Skin Health08:23 Impact on Circulation and Lymphatic Drainage12:01 Impact on Facial Aging14:13 Relieving Jaw Tension: Self-Massage Techniques20:55 Herbal Support for Jaw Tension25:37 Posture and Ergonomics25:44 Agrimony Tea: A Natural Remedy27:34 The Role of Mouth Breathing28:30 Conclusion This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stratum.substack.com/subscribe
Released:
Apr 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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