Acupuncture has been featured on Oprah more than once (check my previous post Dr. Oz comments on acupuncture)

Dr. Oz had great things to say about Acupuncture, as did another Doctor who appeared on the show. Dr. Northrup gave acupuncture a big thumbs up when answering questions about hair loss and menopause. Here is what she said…

How can I prevent Hair loss?

Dr. Northrup says that Kristin’s thinning hair may be a result of a hormonal imbalance. “You can get it back by eating a low-glycemic diet, making sure that you are on supplements,” she says.Other than a low-glycemic diet, Dr. Northrup has one other recommendation for thinning hair. “Acupuncture can be very, very helpful for it,” she says.

Could I be going through menopause?

Dr. Northrup also says acupuncture can make a big difference. “Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture can work wonders because it works with the chi of your body—the energy flow—and we have good scientific evidence that shows that acupuncture meridians are absolutely real and there,” she says.Dr. Northrup said, “Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture can work wonders because it works with the Qi of your body-the energy flow-and we have good scientific evidence that shows that acupuncture meridians are absolutely real and there.”

I’m so happy Oprah is taking notice of Chinese Medicine!