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Traditional Chinese Medicine

Boost It With Ginseng

Ginseng for stamina

Ginseng is said to resemble a human body in shape, and it has been used for years in Asia.  Recently, it has become a popular item in Western culture. Many claims about this root have been advertised, such as its reputation for extending longevity and its use for stamina and endurance. Let’s look at the types of ginseng and the differences.

There are three main types of ginseng used: continue reading »

Dandelion: Detox With This Yellow Charmer

Detox with Dandelions

Next time you’re in a wide open field, pasture or meadow dotted with beautiful yellow dandelions, know that these prolific little delights are not only beautiful, but packed with nutrition and offer a host of healthy benefits. Let’s explore this amazing flower. continue reading »

5 Herbs for Improving Indigestion Symptoms at Home

Chinese Medicine Herbal Tea for digestion

Indigestion can be simple like flatulence or gas, or they can be much more serious, such as Crohn’s disease. But regardless of the severity of the disease, there is no doubt digestive problems affect far more people than they should, especially in the United States. A recent survey reports nearly 74 percent of all Americans are living with indigestion symptoms. Most people don’t report it to their doctors either, because they assume it is normal to have gas, bloating, heartburn, or abdominal pain. But these symptoms can be indicators of much more serious underlying problems. continue reading »

It’s All In Your Head: Headaches and Acupuncture

There are four main types of headache: tension, cluster, sinus and migraine. And, there are varying triggers for these headaches, such as food, stress, hormones, dehydration and weather. Fortunately, eliminating the triggers and finding natural ways to prevent and help an ongoing headache are possible. continue reading »

Acupuncture for Harnessing Willpower

Harness your willpower with acupuncture

Ever had one of those days or weeks where you just can’t pull yourself out of bed in the morning? Or perhaps you just can’t say “No!” to the dessert tray. Regardless of the activity, willpower is what keeps some people disciplined. But it doesn’t make you a bad person if you have dessert with every meal, buy more shoes than you really need or take longer to get going in the morning. It just means your willpower isn’t strong. And just like any other habit, that can be changed. continue reading »

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