If you are feeling under the weather, stressed and not at your best health during the holidays, acupuncture can help. A little discipline in your lifestyle can also go a long way in keeping you healthy during the festive season. Remain Stress-Free A research study done at Georgetown University School of Nursing and Health Studies and published in the Journal of Endocrinology found that acupuncture can alter stress hormones when used on certain parts of the body. Researchers found that electroacupuncture blocks the elevated hormones due to stress as well as lowers the “fight or flight” Read More >
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Acupuncture and Diabetes
The rate of diabetes in America is alarming, 29 million Americans to be exact. The World Health Organization estimates that by 2030 the number of people with diabetes worldwide will double from the current 380 million people who currently suffer from the disease. Living with a chronic illness like diabetes does not only affect someone’s physical health, but mental and emotional as well. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, diabetes represents a deficiency and dysfunction in the spleen and pancreatic system. If the spleen/pancreatic system’s function declines, it cannot produce the Read More >
Acupuncture and Depression
About 19 million American adults suffer from depression and most find their current treatment options ineffective along with a slew of unwanted side effects. According to Reuters Health, a new study suggests that people suffering from depression can receive the same benefits from acupuncture that they would from counseling to help their depression. The study looked at 755 people with depression and found that one in three people who received acupuncture or counseling did not have depression after three months, whereas people who were not receiving either treatment had a lesser chance of Read More >
Acupuncture and Prostate Health
Symptoms of an enlarged prostate affect about 40 percent of men in their 50s and 90 percent in their 80s, this common problem can be frustrating and painful to experience.Whether you are looking to reduce your risk of prostate disease or treat an existing condition, acupuncture may be able to help. According to a clinical trial published in PLOS ONE, electroacupuncture improved International Prostate Symptom Scores (IPSS) on patients. The trial measured improvements in symptoms such as frequent urination, strain and other bladder related complications. The trial found that acupuncture Read More >
Acupuncture and Ovarian Health
Acupuncture has proven helpful in strengthening the body’s immune system, as well as reducing symptoms of cancer treatment. Because acupuncture treats the whole body, it can help increase immune strength that can fight against disease like ovarian cancer and polycystic ovary syndrome. By using acupuncture points, acupuncture is able to release blockages that may be preventing the body from its natural flow. For those going through cancer treatment for ovarian cancer, acupuncture can act as an important alternative to help with symptoms of treatment. Acupuncture has been known to help nausea Read More >
Alternative Treatments and Home Remedies for Psoriasis
For people with psoriasis, suffering from painful symptoms like inflamed, flaking and red skin is not pleasant. The chronic skin condition is due to an overactive immune system that can be triggered by a number of internal and external factors. Psoriasis affects approximately 125 million people – or about 2-3% of the global population – and is one of the most common autoimmune diseases in the world. Many Western treatments include steroid creams and oral medications that come with a slew of unwanted side effects. Below are alternative treatments that are safe and natural and can help reduce Read More >
Acupuncture for Migraines and Headaches
If you suffer from headaches, you are not alone. Over 50 million of us experience some form of a severe headache at some point in our lives. Whether you experience minor head pain or severe migraines, headaches can take valuable time out of your day and your life, and leave you searching for relief. Many seek relief by reaching for drugs and other medications. This may work temporarily and can help you get out of pain fast. Unfortunately, common headache medications do not address the root cause(s), and when used over long periods of time can cause unwanted side effects. Acupuncture and Read More >
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Eczema and other Skin Disorders
Alternative Treatments for Skin Disorders Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for centuries for the treatment of skin disorders, such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, alopecia, and offers an alternative to chemical or more invasive treatments. Typical herbal therapies applied in the treatment of skin disorders include herbs with anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and antiviral qualities, such as Rhubarb, Sophora, Phellodendron, and Skullcap, often used in combination. Acupuncture is also used to increase the production of endorphins and simultaneously activates the immune and endocrine Read More >
Relieve Your Arthritis With Acupuncture
Arthritis is a painful and oftentimes debilitating condition that's characterized by inflammation within one or more joints. According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 2 people will develop osteoarthritis of the knee by the age of 85. It's important to note, however, that there are several different types of arthritis, with osteoarthritis being just one. Other common types include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, septic arthritis, Still's disease, and ankylosing spondylitis. While most people living with moderate-to-severe arthritis resort to prescription medication to Read More >
Alternative Treatment Options For Allergies and Asthma
Evidence of Acupuncture Improving Seasonal Allergy Symptoms A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that acupuncture treatment helped reduce patients’ seasonal allergy symptoms and the need for medication. Participants in the study said that after the acupuncture treatment they had significant improvements to their quality of life, compared to those who did not receive the treatment. These results are significant for people looking to rely less on prescribed and over-the-counter allergy medication. If you or someone you know is suffering from seasonal allergies, refer them Read More >