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Acupuncture: Not Just Needles

By admin | Published May 15, 2017

Most people have heard of the field of acupuncture by now, but did you realize the scope of the practice encompasses Chinese medicine, which includes so much more than needles? Let’s explore this ancient therapy.

First of all, the practice of Chinese medicine starts with a diagnosis. The practitioner asks many questions to build a history; this includes the answers to digestion, appetite, diet, sleep patterns, bowel movement urination, pain, lifestyle, and stress level, for example.… Read the rest

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Daily Quick Stretching

By Amy Erickson | Published May 8, 2017

Daily Quick Stretching

Having a good stretch once or twice a day feels good and can help prevent injuries (flexible muscles can do more), improve your posture (and as a result help with back pain), increase blood and nutrients to your muscles, and help you to feel less stressed.

Here’s what Our Massage Therapists Recommend:

  • Spinal Stretch – lie on your back, bring your knee to your chest and then across your body.
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Let your garden grow

By Amy Erickson | Published May 3, 2017

Many of us are trying to get more fruits and veggies into our diet. Want to make it easier? Try planting your own! It can be a garden in your yard, raised beds or pots on your patio. And if you don’t have room, get your neighbors involved. Community gardens are a great way to grow healthy food and bring people together.… Read the rest

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Seven Ways Acupuncture Can Help Mothers

By admin | Published May 1, 2017

One of the best gifts you can give your mother this Mother’s Day is the gift of acupuncture. Acupuncture can help with an abundance of health problems and get you feeling one hundred percent again. Mom’s make the world work, it’s a known fact. So this holiday season you should give your mother the gift of acupuncture, here are seven reasons why.… Read the rest

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What Kind of Massage Should YOU Get?

By Amy Erickson | Published April 24, 2017

What Kind of Massage Should YOU Get?

What’s the Best Massage for You?

Sometimes it can be confusing – you know you’re stressed and everybody tells you that you need a good massage, but what type of massage should you get? There are so many types of massage, how do you know which one will suit you?… Read the rest

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Don’t lose sight of your eyes

By Amy Erickson | Published April 19, 2017

Your eyes also need daily protection, just like your skin. Wear sunglasses to shield them from the sun’s dangerous ultraviolet rays. And rest your eyes throughout the day. If you spend a lot of time looking at a computer, you sometimes forget to blink and your eyes get tired. So try to take frequent breaks from the screen.… Read the rest

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Acupuncture for Addiction

By admin | Published April 17, 2017

Addiction is defined as the compulsive physiological need for and use of a habit-forming substance, which means addiction can come in a lot of different forms.  People can be addicted to illicit drugs like heroin just as easily as they can be addicted to sugar. But for the purpose of this article, let’s stick to illicit drugs and alcohol.… Read the rest

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Fruit, Nature’s Candy

By Amy Erickson | Published April 12, 2017

Fruit is awesome! In addition to being high in fiber and vitamin C, most fruit is naturally low in fat, sodium and calories. Eating more of it as part of a healthy diet may even lower your risk for some chronic diseases. Plus, fruit is a great substitute for sugar in recipes and desserts.

The best time to buy different fruits is when they’re in season and at their peak flavor.… Read the rest

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Strengthening Your Core to Prevent Injury and Stay Healthy

By Amy Erickson | Published April 10, 2017

Strengthening Your Core to Prevent Injury and Stay Healthy

Your core is your center of balance and strength for almost everything you do.

Your core muscles are a group of muscles running down the center of your body. These include your abdominal muscles, back muscles, and your pelvis. These core muscles work together to help you
maintain balance, posture and strength.… Read the rest

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Eat more to gain less

By Amy Erickson | Published April 5, 2017

Americans eat a lot more calories today than they did just a few decades ago.

Part of the problem is fast food and super-sized portions. Our food servings have doubled or tripled at restaurants – and even at home.

Another part of the problem is hidden calories in processed food. The addition of sweeteners and preservatives has an increasing effect on our waistlines.… Read the rest

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