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Winter: Rest, Contemplation, Rejuvenation
Chinese medicine is not only a way to treat acute disease and discomfort, but also a system offering guidance about living healthy and harmoniously at any phase of life. Aside from the medicinal aspect — acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and nutrition therapy – this system reflects the beliefs ancient Chinese had about living everyday…
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Happy Holidays from Heritage Acupuncture!
Wishing You a Happy Holiday Season! We’d like to take this time to thank each and every one of you for making 2016 a great year at Heritage Acupuncture. It’s an honor to be on your health and wellness team! In China, the New Year is celebrated by starting fresh. Traditionally, the Chinese clean the…
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Deskercise: Stretching on the Job
Do you have a desk job? Do you experience back, neck or wrist pain? Prolonged sitting can be hazardous to your health, but our latest newsletter describes how postural adjustments and simple stretches can help you stay productive and avoid pain: http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/?u=b229df82f3ed71171e2dd40c0&id=0f07de59f2&e=d84c85f9c8
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9,000 Needles: Check out this Documentary on the Power of Acupuncture and Stroke Rehabilitation
The documentary 9,000 Needles is a powerful portrayal of an all-American man in the prime of his life who suffers a devastating stroke. His health insurance doesn’t allow him to continue post-stroke care in the U.S., so he seeks treatment in China at a special stroke clinic. 9,000 Needles documents the amazing stroke treatment centers…
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How Sweet It Is: Gluten-Free Baking
We all try to stay away from sugar, but because there are those occasional times when we indulge, it’s comforting to use recipes that are mindful of our health and our tastebuds. Even if you’re not celiac or gluten-intolerant, most people who go gluten-free experience positive results ranging from weight loss to less joint pain.…
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Essential Oils for Household Use
Do you want a clean house without using chemical-based cleaners? Use the amazing powers of essential oils to keep a clean and green house. In the final installment of our essential oil series, we’ll learn some of the many ways to employ essential oils to enhance existing cleaning products or make your own products from…
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Wintertime aches and pains — explained!
For pain increasing in cold weather, Chinese medicine offers an explanation and relief Does the cold air of winter flare up your joint pain? Do you find your neck, back or knees ache more in winter weather? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) terms, this very real medical phenomenon is called bi syndrome. Bi syndrome relates…
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Essential Oils Blends for Skin Care: Make Your Own!
There’s no shortage of variety in today’s skin care market, with a dizzying array of product lines and specialty ingredients. If you’re looking for a customized blend or want to use specific substances, essential oils offer infinite choices with ingredients ranging from the economical to the luxurious. In general, blends consist of several different…
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Aromatherapy: Clearing the Mind and the Air
If you’re just wading into the ocean of therapeutic essential oils, there’s no more rewarding first step than aromatherapy or using oils for physical and psychological well-being. Aromatherapy offers infinite benefits from making your home inviting to actually improving your health. In many cases, there’s a lot more to aromatherapy than personal preference. In other…
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Your Guide to Essential Oils by Heritage Acupuncture
What’s the most convenient way to have an herbal medicine cabinet in your home? An essential oil collection gives you an infinite number of ways to address physical, emotional and beauty concerns – all while making your home smell amazing. At Heritage Acupuncture, we use essential oils to make our treatment room smell great, to…