To Cleanse Or Not To Cleanse, That Is The Question…
It’s that time of year again! The weather is warming up and the sudden urge to emerge from our winter hibernation hits us. We’ve put on a few pounds and we need to get ready for summer. The question that I’m being asked more and more frequently is, “What do you think about a cleanse?” To cleanse or not to cleanse? Let me start by making the general statement that I don’t believe that “cleansing” the body is a good idea for everyone or that one particular methodology is safer or more effective for the general population. That being said, I...
Read MoreSHAPE Magazine And The Support of Acupuncture
SHAPE Magazine recently published an article that in a few brief paragraphs really managed to get to the heart of what we do. For those of you new to acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, hopefully it can provide you a patient perspective on why preventative medicine is worth a look. http://www.shape.com/blogs/girl-go/why-every-busy-woman-should-try-acupuncture
Read MoreThe Acupuncture Facelift
I’ve been getting a lot of calls lately from people interested in the recently hyped “Acupuncture Facelift.” Does it work? Is it really a facelift? How often do I need to come in? First things first, if your goal is to find a non-invasive therapy that can help you look 10 years younger this is probably not the alternative you’ve been searching for. While facial rejuvenation through acupuncture can absolutely decrease fine lines and wrinkles, increase muscle tone and even out areas of pigmentation, it is not a facelift (and in my opinion you should proceed with...
Read MoreGMO’s And The Danger of Eating “Frankenfood”
As the old adage goes, “You are what you eat.” People who consume a healthy diet balanced with ample fruits and veggies ultimately lead longer, healthier lives than those who are grabbing meals on the go. Most of us have seen Fast Food Nation and Super Size Me, the message was received loud and clear. What then, can we deduce of the rapidly growing trend of GMO foods in our supermarkets? If this phrase hasn’t made its way into your vocabulary yet, GMO Stands for genetically modified organism, and has become the latest trend in farming. GMO foods are bred in laboratories...
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