Do you have high blood pressure (aka “hypertension”)? You might not know it if you do because high blood pressure symptoms can take a long time to develop. That’s why it’s important to have annual check-ups with your primary care doctor. The Mayo Clinic explains that many factors can contribute to high blood pressure, including:… Read more »
Wow! The weather is HOT this summer and its only mid-June! We have seen temperatures up to 113 – 115 degrees and this will continue through the weekend! According to NPR the heat has caused cancelled plane flights in Phoenix, burns from falling and touching the ground, more snake sightings than usual and HEAT STROKE!!!… Read more »
Do you or a loved one struggle with addiction to alcohol or drugs? Acupuncture is an excellent source of treatment. What Causes Addiction? According to an article in the 2012 issue of Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, drug addiction is often spurred by stress and/or depression. Drug use (both pharmaceutical and/or street drugs) can induce… Read more »
Do you have an irregular blood platelet level? If so, acupuncture and small dietary changes are easy remedies. What are platelets, and why do we need them? Platelets are created in our bone marrow, just like red and white blood cells are. According to Dr. Marlene Williams, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins Bayview… Read more »
Do you like your food and beverages to be hot, or cold? A lot of people (especially those of us who live in the desert) feel like iced beverages are best, but cold drinks actually have a negative impact on the body’s digestive tract. Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches us that how and what you eat… Read more »