Chicago Marathon And Acupuncture

Are you getting ready to run? Last year, a staff member from Runner’s World magazine developed plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the layer of tissue that supports the arch of the foot, got no conventional relief …

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Breast Cancer, Hot Flashes And Acupuncture

In support of Breast Cancer month, I want to reproduce a study that was posted on Integrative Medicine’s site on October 1, 2008. The results of a study conducted at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit …

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ABC News Report On Acupuncture “Stick It To Surgery”

Here is another ABC News Video on the benefits of acupuncture. In this report, acupuncture is being used before, during and after surgery to lessen side effects and soothe pain.To watch the video click here.

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Nightshade Vegetables And Arthritis

White (not sweet) potatoes, tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers, eggplant, tomatillos, tamarios, pepinos, pimentos, paprika, cayenne, and Tabasco sauce are classified as nightshade foods. The ongoing question is, “Do nightshade vegetables increase joint problems such …

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Acupuncture And A Healthy Pregnancy

Here is another very informative article from Acufinder.com Acupuncture and PregnancyBy: Naomi Rabinowitz MD, Dipl.Ac. Since Confucianism involves ancestral worship, the Chinese have been strongly committed to having healthy children. A sturdy son was desired …

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Chinese Herbal Medicine used in Space

I am happy to report that TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) has truly become universal! China has just launched it’s third mission into space and the Taikonauts are using Chinese herbal medicine to combat motion sickness. …

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Tips For A Healthy Fall Season

Foods – Eat more cooked and fewer raw foods. Sour, astringent foods like lemon, lime, pickle, vitamin C, seaweed, and sourdough bread can all benefit your health. Enjoy spicy/pungent foods like onion, garlic, radish, horseradish, …

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New Acupuncture Study Shows Benefit For Women With Breast Cancer

Today, ABC News Healthbeat featured a story on a new acupuncture study which shows benefits for women who are undergoing treatment for breast cancer. The information reported is below. “Acupuncture therapy is proving beneficial for …

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The Work Of Autumn Is Reflection And Refocus

In this season, Nature lets go of its abundant creation of the past year in a grand final display. Leaves turn brilliant colors and drop back to the earth, enriching it to promote (nourish) the …

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