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5 Tips for Active Aging

By Amy Erickson | Published November 10, 2014

Everybody talks about active aging, but not everybody knows what it’s supposed to look like. Working to stay happy and healthy as we get older shouldn’t be a drag, something done to slow an inevitable decline into decrepitude. Some things get better and better with age! While the grocery store magazine rack offers all kinds of tips for getting a bikini bod or looking 20 forever, there’s not much actual health advice anyone ought to be taking.… Read the rest

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Beat Work Stress: 6 Tips To Feel Better and Work Better

By admin | Published November 3, 2014

The workplace is one of the top sources of stress in the average person’s life. According to a 2009 study conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA), a staggering 69% of employees in the U.S. say work is a “significant source of stress,” and 41% say they are tense throughout the workday. If you constantly feel stressed at work, try some of the following tips to create a more tranquil and relaxing work environment.… Read the rest

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Myofascial Release

By Dave | Published October 29, 2014

Myofascial Release

by: Anoka Massage Myofascial Therapist Dave

 

Throughout my career as a massage therapist I have been able to help many clients achieve great results, but until fully incorporating MFR into my practice,  long lasting results have been somewhat elusive. I credit JFB-MFR as the missing link in my search for lasting results.

I am committed to finding ways to help my clients return to a more pain-free and active lifestyle, and approach each session with an open mind and focused on what you need that day, no protocols, no one size fits all, customized sessions to fit each client, each day.… Read the rest

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Depression

By Amy Erickson | Published October 27, 2014

An estimated 1 in 10 adults in the United States suffers from some kind of depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control. That’s around the same percentage of American adults who are left-handed, and yet while handedness is seen today as a quirky curiosity (or sometimes an advantage, in the case of athletes), there is still stigma and silence surrounding depression as an illness.… Read the rest

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Tour de France Winner Gains Edge With Acupuncture

By admin | Published October 20, 2014

In case you didn’t get the memo, 29-year-old Vincenzo Nibali of Sicily, Italy won the 2014 Tour de France last month. Rightfully known as the “Shark of Messina,” he was able to outperform 218 other cyclists to finish first in the world’s largest bike race. Nabili finished the race with a lead of more than seven minutes, which is the biggest winning margin since 1997.… Read the rest

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Acupuncture Can Help Athletes Recover Faster

By Amy Erickson | Published October 15, 2014

Injury is the most dreaded possibility for athletes, amateur or professional. The down time waiting for the wounds to heal can be mind-numbing and infuriating. And when you finally think that you’re ready to get back in the ring, you’re back in top health, your injury may flare up again keeping you from performing your best.… Read the rest

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5 Stretches to Do at Your Desk Every Hour to Make Your Workday Better

By Amy Erickson | Published October 13, 2014

Many people, without realizing, spend most of the day slouching over desks and sitting on the couch, which can lead to back pain, neck pain, headaches, and weakened core muscles. By taking just a few minutes each seated hour or two to do the following exercises, you can reap the benefits of better posture, improved circulation, and clearer mental functions.… Read the rest

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Kiss Sick Goodbye

By Amy Erickson | Published October 8, 2014

Along with frequent acupuncture treatments, here is another way to boost your immunity in order to stay well through spring.

You can begin by taking astragalus throughout the winter. This is an herb that is revered for its first-class immune support. It is also useful if you feel tired, weak, or apathetic.

Modern research suggests that astragalus is a “biological response modifier,” increasing the function of the adrenal cortex, helping us adapt to stress easier, and increase the production of white blood cells.1

If you have been around folks who are sneezing and coughing, try using maitake.… Read the rest

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The Inside Scoop on Cholesterol and The One Chinese Herb That Could Crush It

By admin | Published October 6, 2014

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people who suffer from high LDL cholesterol are twice as likely to develop heart disease – the number one cause of death in both men and women (source). High levels of LDL cholesterol is a serious health condition that affects approximately 71 million adults in the U.S.… Read the rest

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S.A.D. Times Ahead?!

By Amy Erickson | Published October 1, 2014

The shorter days and changes in weather may throw many of us off balance, affecting our mood and behavior. In fact, ten percent of us may be diagnosed with a common problem called Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.).

People suffering from S.A.D. may have a few, or all symptoms present; changes in appetite, weight gain, cravings for sweet and starchy foods, a tendency to oversleep and have difficulty in waking, fatigue, low energy, decreased libido, aches, pains, and difficulty focusing.… Read the rest

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