Traditional Chinese Medicine
Heart Nourishing Herb: Suan Zao Ren
According to Chinese medicine, the heart houses the mind. When the mind is at rest we drift off into a peaceful slumber.
Read MoreFrankincence and Myrrrh: As Valuable As Gold
Frankincense and myrrh have been a widely used combination for thousands of years.
Read MoreThe Ren Channel Acupuncture Meridian for Male and Female Fertility
Often called the "conception vessel", the Ren Channel is an important channel for male and female fertility.
Read MoreAcupuncture Proven to Reduce Nausea and Vomiting…Again!
The July 2011 issue of the Journal of Anesthesia features an article comparing acupuncture to the anti-emetic drug odansetron for reducing emetic episodes (vomiting) in women having cesarean sections. Odansetron is also known as zofran, and is a very commonly used drug to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. The study followed 450 patients, and found acupuncture to be just as effective as zofran during, and following the surgery.
Read MoreBetter Your Birth with Acupuncture
Having a baby requires preparation. Whether it’s painting the nursery, adding extra house chores, organizing the crib, clothing, bottles, getting those doctor’s and hair appointments in, there is quite a bit of preparatory action that goes into readying oneself and family for the arrival of the new baby (or babies!).
Read MoreCommunity Acupuncture Relieves Stress
Community Acupuncture has been a powerful ally in helping our community to unwind. Stress is one of the most common symptoms of this day and age. Its side effects can include such symptoms as: depression; headaches; acid reflux; anxiety; poor memory and trouble sleeping. Stress can subtly creep into our lives or may be directly related to specific events or thought patterns.
Read MoreThe Value of Home
Change, whether it is physical through location or state of health, emotional, mental, job related, etc., can challenge our sense of stability and connectedness. As a simple notion, change is considered growth by some and can be interpreted in a negative perspective as well. All in all change is a catalyst for the ebb and flow of life, an instrument in the natural cycle of creation and destruction.
Read MoreCommunity Acupuncture Update
Community acupuncture is off to a great start at the Center. We still have room for new patients, but the initial response has been even greater than expected. Clients are coming in to experience group acupuncture, in some cases bringing along a daughter, brother, mother or friend to explore it with, and leaving very relaxed and happy.
Read MoreQi Gong for Spring
Qi gong is roughly translated as “skill and understanding of qi through practice and work.” Qi itself is difficult to define, but can be thought of as the movement of life: from the movement of breath, to kissing a child goodnight. It is both esoteric and obvious.
Read MoreSpring Fever
The other day I was marveling at the fact that I hadn’t come down with a cold or flu all year! To the surprise of my pride, the next morning I woke with chills, mild fatigue, and rhinitis. Now I do see my missteps of the previous day-getting overjoyed with the sunshine and warm weather I went outside with damp hair and a lighter jacket, thus making myself more vulnerable to cold and flu viruses. I also had a big cup of hot chocolate and later that night was walking in the cold March wind to my car returning from a concert, wearing the same light jacket.
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