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You would think that only dragon moms and dads would want dragon babies but - no.  Many people who believe in the Chinese astrological calender are thinking about dragon babies.  This is The Year Of The Dragon and, in Chinese astrology, your sign depends on the year in which you are born so - babies born this year will be DRAGONS.  Dragon years are considered the luckiest of all years to have a

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*This post is from the cutting edge psychology blog Life Ain't For Sissies by Dr. Linda Edelstein Researchers in New Zealand performed a meta-analysis of 638 research studies that asked 420,599 men and women (mean age =37) from 63 different countries about their Health, Wealth and Happiness. They found that a strong sense of well-being could be predicted if a person scored high on individualism,

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Today begins the Year of the Dragon. The Dragon being a legendary animal and the mightiest of all the Chinese Astrological signs means this could be a very special year filled with powerful changes. If you've been waiting to try something new and spread your wings this is the year to do it.  "If you ignore the dragon, it will eat you. If you try to confront the dragon it will

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Headaches are a common problem that bring people into my Chicago acupuncture office. Several million people suffer from severe headaches/migraines and it is an increasingly popular reason to seek acupuncture treatment - with good reason. Acupuncture is effective at treating all types of headaches, both acute and chronic. This includes tension headaches, sinus headaches, hormonal headaches and

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The American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAAOM) is working hard to get acupuncture included in the Affordable Care Act as an Essential Health Benefit. This means that acupuncture would be covered by the Affordable Care Act, which was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Obama in March 2010.  The goal of the Act was to get patients better access to care,

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"I dwell in possibility." — Emily Dickenson

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Carpal tunnel syndrome is common, especially among people who spend a lot of time working on their computers. Daily long hours at your computer can cause new health problems and exacerbate existing ones. Some common problems that computer geeks (I use that term lovingly since I am also on my computer a lot) experience include: eye strain, neck, back and wrist pain, anxiety, and carpal tunnel

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The Chinese New Year begins on January 23rd when we usher in The Year of The Dragon. Dragon years can be filled with excitement and opportunity. To begin in the right spirit, I've made my first video and it's about the Dragon. Let me know what you think

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There are 12 animal symbols represented in Asian astrology and this year is The Year of the Dragon. Of all the symbols, the Dragon is the one mythical creature (as compared to Tiger, Rabbit and others) and the only one that can fly. This promises us an exciting year! The Year of the Dragon begins on January 23, 2012, and ends on February 9, 2013. In addition to having an animal sign, each year

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Hospitals are increasingly offering patients acupuncture and other 'alternative' therapies. Have we won them over?  Maybe. Certainly, many doctors have followed the research and understand the effectiveness of acupuncture and other Chinese medicine treatments but, I'm afraid that some of it is about greed. Hospitals are aware of the large numbers of people who visit other types of practitioners

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Celebrities attract a lot of attention and become trendsetters. When well known people endorse a product, many others are happy to try the same exercise, read the same book or experience acupuncture. And celebrities are loving acupuncture! More and more, I read articles about various athletes and entertainers who are trying acupuncture, herbs or cupping. Here are some of my latest finds: The

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Ray Emery, a Chicago Blackhawk's player has not always been known to have a good attitude.  However, since being diagnosed with avascular necrosis two years ago, a lot has changed.  Avascular necrosis cuts off the blood supply to bone tissue and one of the bones in Emery's hip was deteriorating from the disease. In the spring of 2010, he underwent surgery followed by months of rehabilitation

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  Happy New Year folks! Thank you for reading and supporting my blog. Got any big plans for the New Year? I do, so stay tuned to Acupuncture Blog Chicago in 2012!

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With more research on acupuncture, the evidence of it's ability to reduce stress grows. Scientists at Georgetown University Medical Center have concluded that "acupuncture reduces the levels of a protein-like substance in rats linked to chronic stress." The implications are wonderful; it could mean advances in treating stress with acupuncture. As I learn more about this protein-like substance,

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1. Celine Dion Used Acupuncture To Improve Her Chances Of Getting Pregnant. I was happy to see that CNN reported she used acupuncture to improve her chances of getting pregnant. Not only a wonderful singer but also a smart lady! 2. Yin and Yang. The basic premise of yin and yang is the notion that the only constant factor in the universe is change. Nothing remains the same; no disease, no

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*This article is from acufinder.com At some point in life everyone deals with major upheavals or emotional distress. These events can trigger a host of unexpected feelings and behaviors from depression and panic attacks to major disruptions in sleep and eating. Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can alleviate symptoms associated with mental health issues in treating the root cause of the problem

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Anyone who has ever experienced a situation of high anxiety (think public speaking, important test, new social situation) knows that memory slips away. The answers to the test disappear, people's names fade, and memorized speeches are forgotten. As anxiety goes up, memory goes down. A new study has reported that acupuncture can help memory in situations of stress. To read the report, click here.

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Happy Hanukkah

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A useful post with great suggestions from my fellow Chinese Medicine blogger  Diane M. Lowry, L.Ac.. Interested in maximizing the benefit from your acupuncture and Oriental medicine sessions? Check out these 9 tips below. Feel free to let me know what you think and add more tips in the comments section! 1) Fill out intake forms. Completely. Although some of the questions may

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"It always seems impossible until its done." ~ Mandela

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I'm not sure if it's the weather, the indulgent diet during the holidays or the stress that comes along with all the merry making, but Hives and other skin disorders have been a popular complaint in my Chicago acupuncture office lately. So I'm re posting this article from Acufinder.com to give my readers some more information about how Chinese Medicine can be helpful for various skin concerns.

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Well, now we know for sure that Oprah believes in acupuncture!!  She took her beloved cocker spaniel Sadie in for an acupuncture treatment.  Thank you for your vote of confidence, Oprah. Do you want to bring Steadman in next?  Read the story in the Mail...

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One question that I am asked occasionally is, "Is acupuncture safe for children?" The simple answer is 'yes', but you certainly want to take your child (and yourself) to a well trained practitioner and someone who has experience working with children. Here is a small study that examined acupuncture with children, investigated the cases in which the treatment did not work, and concluded that

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Anger is just another emotion - sure...  It is a very uncomfortable, sometimes unacceptable emotion, especially when the anger is directed at those we love (or ourselves). When we are angry, we not only have an emotional response, but there can be a strong physical response. Anger was hard wired into us a long, long time ago and has its beginnings in a primitive, reactive animal instinct that

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Chicago has been in mourning after the death of our former First Lady, Maggie Daley. The wife of our long-time Mayor had a good reputation in this city and made an effort to help others. Daley gave generously to help open the Maggie Daley Center for Women's Cancer Care at Northwestern Memorial Hospital last year. The center gives patients access to doctors, social workers, psychologists, massage,

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The concept of yin and yang has been around for several thousand years and it lies at the heart of classic Chinese science and philosophy. It is also one of my favorite in Chinese Medicine. This popular symbol (to the right) represents the ancient concept. It illustrates the ebb and flow of yin and yang, light and dark, activity and rest, creation and destruction, it reminds us that everything

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"Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves." ~ Confucius

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I know that many of you have questions about herbs - the content of tablets and the quality control of ingredients, in particular. Good. It is important to be particular. That is one reason why people need to work with a skilled practitioner. I've investigated many brands and varieties of herbal formulas and have found companies and people who I can depend on. Cathy Margolin, L.A.c., a

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It’s a good thing that my mother has a career because, being a Virgo, she would be excluded from some jobs in china. No kidding. I just read an article that appeared in The Telegraph which said that people who were born under the signs Scorpio and Virgo need not apply! Why? Because they have strong personalities, are too moody and critical. Since I know that you will want to forward this to

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I imagine that when you are an NBA star and have a contract worth millions, you take your injuries seriously and are willing to be open to new therapies. Certainly, that is the case with Mickael Pietrus, the famous NBA player for the Phoenix Suns who sought treatment at the Shaolin Temple in China. This Temple is well known for it's Eastern medicine approaches. While he was there he received

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Here in the U.S. and in most Western countries, we think of food as food and medicine as medicine; rarely linking the two. Many countries understand that food IS medicine. I found a particularly useful article in a Bangkok paper (applause for the internet) that explains food as medicine and want to share it with you. "Traditional Chinese medicine has been practised for 5,000 years, so it's no

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Repeatedly, in psychology, researchers have linked the experience of being "grateful" to mental health and well-being. Here is an informative summary of the findings from some researchers in the field of gratitude. "Grateful people report higher levels of positive emotions, life satisfaction, vitality, optimism and lower levels of depression and stress. The disposition toward gratitude appears

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''Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.''  Henry Ford

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I am often asked to explain acupuncture in Western medical terms. I clearly understand the desire to fit a new idea, treatment or event into our existing schemas - I feel the same way, but it isn't always possible. Sometimes we have to let go of old ways of thinking or perceiving in order to be receptive to new ways. The following article is a thoughtful commentary trying to grapple with the

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During this last month, I have had so many people coming into my Chicago acupuncture office complaining of colds, that I thought I’d post some good tips on how to avoid and treat the common cold. Huang qi/Astragalus - I have written about this herb many times on my blog and with good reason. It stimulates the immune system; therefore it is often used to treat and prevent the common cold, sinus

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I think the Huffington Post is starting to take notice of Eastern health practices. Earlier this year they published an article on Chinese Medicine for insomnia and now Arthur Rosenfeld has written an article about Qi Gong. "If you've traveled to China, you've likely encountered senior citizens flapping their arms early in the morning in public parks, or perhaps squatting, walking, singing or

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This week’s focus of Real Housewife bloggers is the feud between Brandi and Kyle but, I’m looking at the show differently and have a question for all of you - which “housewife” should stop by my Chicago acupuncture office for treatment? The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has several women on the show who could benefit from Chinese Medicine. Plus, I’m sure acupuncture is trendy out there in

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Balance within ourselves and our environment is key to living a happy and healthy life. This belief is deeply rooted in Chinese Medicine theory and the philosophy of Taoism. It all began 8000 years ago with the idea of yin and yang which pre-dates recorded history. At that time a legendary sage named Fu Hsi, lived along the Yellow River of China. It was Fu Hsi who formulated the concept of yin

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"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us."  Ralph Waldo Emerson

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When I write I write for this blog I try to be helpful. So today I thought I would provide some links that I hope people who read this blog will enjoy and find useful. The Positivity Blog ~ The name is pretty self explanatory. Henrik Edberg writes practical posts about simplifying your life, improving your relationships, happiness and productivity. Nutritious Eats ~ Melanie Flinn is a

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I've always thought of the Army as one of the most traditional institutions in the U.S. I don't associate it with new ideas or techniques but I may have to change my mind. There are people now trying to help our soldiers with "unconventional" techniques, such as acupuncture. Our soldiers have have returned from war with pain caused by wounds and illnesses. The Army has spent billions on

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Here is an interesting example of a patients medical need producing innovative results!  In Florida, at Jupiter Medical Center, acupuncture physician Dr. Ken Grey, A.P., D.O.M. performed acupuncture on the patient who wanted the alternative treatment because she was allergic to most pain medications. Grey performed acupuncture prior to surgery, at the beginning of the procedure, and

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From the blog Life ain't for sissies.  By Dr. Linda Edelstein Because it is the holiday of Yom Kippur (meaning the day of atonement), it seems appropriate to think seriously about its meaning.  Whether you are Jewish or not, the steps are relevant because, at one time or another, we all find ourselves needing to atone for our behavior. Atonement means more than making amends, repairing or

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This is the fun title of a new and easy to read book by Tom Ingegno, MSOM, LAc. Tom sent me a copy and I found it to be filled with good tips for just about anyone interested in health. I also appreciated that Tom wrote it in language that is easily understood - not always true with books about Oriental Medicine. In "You Got Sick-Now What?" licensed acupuncturist Tom Ingegno explains some

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We all try to understand new concepts by trying to fit these novel ideas into our existing mental framework. Sometimes, this does not work. For some people acupuncture is one of the treatments that doesn't easily fit into ideas we already own. During my first year of graduate school, I remember struggling with trying to understand acupuncture from a Western point of view; then I surrendered and

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Another reason to be inspired by Michael J. Fox! The actor, has received a lot of press for having Parkinson's Disease and for his attempts to raise money and bring attention to finding a cure. His Foundation has awarded a $350,000 grant to a study that seeks to learn whether acupuncture can help patients sleep better and reduce their symptoms. The research is being led by Dr. Benzi Kluger,

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Let it go! How many times a day do you say that aloud or silently to yourself? Quite often, I bet. I certainly do. Letting go is not easy, but at least in Autumn you have nature on your side. According to Chinese Medicine, the Fall season is the time to let go. In this season, nature releases its abundant creations of the past year and marks the end of the growing season. The harvest has passed

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I Just found this article US magazine did last year about Jessica Simpson. Apparently she  spent some time doing a "clean" diet (yes that sounds suspect to me too, but it's what SHE said). During this period she experienced cupping therapy and loved it, so whatever her diet I am glad Chinese Medicine has another Celebrity fan. Check out the article here.

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All of the blogs listed below regularly provide great health tips and are written by Licensed acupuncturists from around the country. These bloggers provide interesting and useful information about Traditional Chinese Medicine and it's many health benefits. Be sure to check them out. *Cultivating Health With Chinese Medicine ~ Kath Bartlett, LAc *HealthFocus Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine ~

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"If you don’t think you have power as 1 person trying to make a powerful change, then you’ve never tried to fall asleep with a single mosquito in the room." Chicago Acupuncture

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*This article is from acufinder.com Everyone suffers from irritability and moodiness from time to time, but if you find that a short temper and frustration are becoming a constant issue for you, then acupuncture may be able to help. Often irritability and moodiness are the consequence of chronic stress in your life. Over time these emotions can progress into more serious emotional conditions

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Here is an interesting study from China that reports electro-acupuncture, on the acupuncture points Spleen 6 and Stomach 36, has a neuroprotective effect on the brain because it is antioxidant. This is particularly useful in treating Parkinson's because evidence shows that oxidative stress contributes to the progression of Parkinson’s disease.  Read more here.

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*This Article is From Acupuncture.com To help reduce the severity of a cold, the best foods to eat are ones that are packed with beta-carotene, vitamin C, and zinc. They boost immunity and help with cold symptoms. Especially around this time of year, these nutrients can also help prevent you from catching colds in the first place. Foods such as horseradish, garlic, and chili peppers move mucus

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"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it." Helen Keller June 27, 1880 – June 1, 1968 author, political activist and lecturer

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I am always interested in treatments that are natural because the side effects and other complicating factors can be lower than using conventional drugs. This story seems a bit far out right now but I'm posting it because, if the line of research works out, we will see some wonderful results with cancerous tumors. Here's an excerpt ~ "Researcher Aleksandra Kubiak just presented the startling

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Treatment for breast and ovarian cancer improves every year and that is a reason to be grateful. But the goal for disease is always prevention and we may be getting one step closer.  The Mayo clinic has received FDA permission to begin clinical trials on a vaccine that could prevent breast and ovarian cancer recurrences. Read about the study here.

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Have a Very Happy Labor Day Weekend!

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Acupuncture has been used by the Chinese and other East Asian cultures as a system of healing for over 2500 years. Originally, needles were fashioned from stone or bone because these were available and could be fashioned into ‘needles’. These early implements are known as bian and are the origin of the acupuncture treatments used today. Eventually, needles made of bronze and iron were substituted

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Unfortunately uterine fibroids are a common problem for women. It is a complaint I see regularly in my Chicago acupuncture office. As many as 60% of women develop fibroids by age 45. One study is now suggesting that a mutant gene is responsible. If that is the case, we have moved one step further toward correcting this problem. Read more about the study here.

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One question that I am asked is,  "Is acupuncture a placebo?  Don't you have to believe that it will work in order for it to help?"  The answer is no! There are hundreds of studies to prove it's effectiveness, but some people need to experience it. Ted Lilly, who plays baseball for the Dodgers, is no longer  doubtful. He found that acupuncture increased his range of motion almost as soon as he

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Do you ever feel like if you worked harder, prayed harder or meditated your way to egolessness your life would be better? There are so many instructions/preachers/life coaches (what is a “life” coach anyway?), consultants, self-help books and Yogi’s – all with ideas and instructions on how you can do whatever “it” is better/faster/deeper/smarter/cheaper. I know that there are better and worse

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If you have been to my Chicago acupuncture office, you may have seen (and I may have used) the set of glass or plastic cups that I use for “cupping” the Chinese technique that involves placing jars on the skin, suctioning out the air and creating a vacuum. This is a very helpful therapy for a wide range of conditions. Did you know that cupping is not exclusive to Traditional Chinese Medicine?

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In completing a mega-analysis of studies that examined drinking green tea and its effects on cholesterol, researchers are optimistic. (Do I hear the applause for Traditional Chinese Medicine advice???) Although in some of the studies, participants consumed the equivalent of 18 cups of green tea daily (whoa!), experts don’t suggest that you drown yourself in green tea. More research is needed to

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USA Today just put out a good report about acupuncture and infertility.  They report that many women are singing acupuncture's praises and there is a growing number of celebrities using acupuncture for fertility. The writer also notes the  reluctance on the part of some doctors to include acupuncture in their fertility treatments but concludes with positive reports and comments on the increased

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Because depression is such a widespread problem, there are always ideas, treatments or solutions to coping with this disorder.  I’ve just read a study out of China that says electro-acupuncture may alleviate depression.  Electro-acupuncture is similar to traditional acupuncture except that, after the needles are inserted, they are attached to a device that generates continuous electric pulses.

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  "Action expresses priorities"   Mohandas Gandhi

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"A spoon full of sugar makes the medicine go down..."  Oh, Mary Poppins, you are sooo yesterday!  The Chinese have something much better and certainly healthier. The China Daily has a story about a restaurant that adds herbs to food in order to increase their healthfulness in a very pleasant way,  for example, cooking chicken with the herb ginseng, boiling ginger into a drink, or adding angelica

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I've previously written about the Army's increased willingness to use acupuncture as a treatment for medical conditions. Here is more good news: army doctors are now considering acupuncture, as well as other holistic treatments, for pain management.  They are trying to move away from the "take some pain-killers" way of thinking and treat each pain complaints as the complex problem it is. "Based

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Acupuncture increases blood flow to the brain without raising arterial blood pressure or pulse rate. A new study, recently published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine  reports that  using acupuncture to increase blood flow to the brain has good implications for the treatment of  dizziness, hypertension, hypotension, deficient memory, ear ringing (tinnitus), headaches,

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A Yale University/University of Pittsburg study of women with hot flashes brought on by conventional breast cancer treatment reveals that women who received acupuncture had a 30% reduction in hot flashes. You can read more about the randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial  by clicking here.

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As I have mentioned in previous blog posts, I am a Star Trek fan. As a matter of fact, I am a fan of good science fiction wherever I find it. Recently I have been watching the show, Falling Skies. In this morbid fictional reality, Earth has been dominated for some time by Aliens called ‘skitters’ and Noah Wyle of ER fame leads the resistance. So I started thinking, a character (played by a very

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By: Diane Joswick, L.Ac., MSOM From: Acufinder.com  Autoimmune diseases are a group of disorders in which the immune system attacks the body and destroys or alters tissues. There are more than eighty serious chronic illnesses in this category including rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, lupus, thyroid disease, inflammatory bowel disease, Addison's disease, pernicious anemia, celiac

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Let me introduce you to a great blogger who writes very helpful posts. Lynn Jaffee is a licensed acupuncturist and author. I have followed many of her posts on Acupuncture Health Insights. I am in strong agreement with many of her explanations and ways of thinking about Chinese Medicine.  This particular post - Why Acupuncture Works For Stress - provides a clear explanation of the effectiveness

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As many of you know, cupping is an effective treatment commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Cupping involves placing sterile cups (they often look like a glass jelly jar) on the appropriate areas of your skin and suctioning out the air to create a vacuum. The underlying tissue becomes raised, or sucked, partway into the cup. This stimulates blood flow, lymph, and Qi to the affected

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When bees feast on flowers, the process of making honey begins. The flower nectar mixes with enzymes in the bees' saliva and turns it into honey. Then, the bees carry the honey back to the hive where they deposit it into the cells of the hive's walls.  Honey has many health benefits, especially if it is raw. Raw honey can be used topically and is anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal. 

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Stress disorders (some are very severe) are exploding in our servicemen and women.  Away from home in totally unfamiliar situations for long stretches, exposed to deadly situations, and confused by unknown cultures, women and men who serve in the armed forces are predictably likely candidates for psychological problems.  Unfortunately, the is still a stigma in the military about seeking

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What is the definition of honesty? I looked it up and here are a couple of definitions that  I found  “Fairness and straightforwardness of conduct"  “Adherence to the facts” Honest communication can be extremely liberating and sometimes painful. Personally I feel that honesty is relative to the person telling the “truth”. I believe that the intent behind the message is what is most important.

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On May 23rd, I posted a story about a “doctor” who used toothpicks (yes, regular old toothpicks) as an acupuncture treatment. Apparently he posted ads in Bulgarian language newspapers in Illinois to attract patients. The patient, who was treated with toothpicks, eventually suspected that something was not right, and called the police. I am pleased to let you know that the Niles police arrested

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Acupuncture Point LI 4 Headaches and migraines are a common complaint in my Chicago acupuncture practice. As many of you know, the pain of migraines can be debilitating and the side effects of painkillers can be harsh. Acupuncture provides powerful relief without the side effects of prescription medications and has a long history (thousands of years) of relieving headaches as well as their

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I've been blogging for about 3 years now and loving the opportunity to share ideas from Traditional Chinese Medicine. I also have found that  blogging has encouraged me to stay very up-to-date about research and the practice of acupuncture and herbs.  Just recently, in addition to this blog, I've become a blogger for the Tree.com Health & Wellness channel.  I'm delighted that my posts for Tree

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   The Great Wall of China "A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him." ~ David Brinkley

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MSN has recently written an even-handed story about acupuncture.  They describe  its usefulness and its increasing acceptance among patients. While there continues to be plenty of positive research about acupuncture some remaining reluctance in the Western medicine community is noted. Here is a small excerpt... Acupuncture is gaining new traction—and respect—in hospitals and doctors' offices as

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These days, everyone knows about the Susan G. Koman Cancer centers but it was begun as a small memorial - one sister for another. They have been a the forefront of cancer treatment for years and are now suggesting acupuncture to cancer patients as a way of coping with pain. This is a major endorsement of acupuncture for treating pain. Komen Grants Help Cancer Patients Afford Acupuncture ~

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 Those of you who know me personally know that I love yoga on the lake and it is back! These are great FREE Classes held Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings all summer here in Chicago. Maybe I'll see you there!

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There is some preliminary data that suggests that you can help to prevent osteoporosis with safflower tea.  Osteoporosis results from bone loss and can develop into a serious medical condition that affects millions of people each year. The most common form of osteoporosis occurs in women after menopause and is believed to be the results of several factors, such as lower estrogen levels,

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Another news story that falls into the category of "Whaaaat!!!" appeared this week. A man in Illinois is being sought by police because he pretended to be a “doctor”, conducted an exam on the man, stuck toothpicks in his chest, told the patient to take pills called “Prosperous Farmer Dietary Supplements” (though the expiration date on the bottle was February 2002) and charged $200. I am giving

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Kate and William are back from their honeymoon and the paparazzi are probably combing their garbage in the Seychelles because it has already been reported that, among the various foods consumed during the trip, they ordered brussel sprouts. Poor princess - I’m glad nobody reports on the foods I ate during this week. Back to food.  Brussel sprouts is a food that is high in folic acid, a vitamin

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The Doctor is back! ~ Another thoughtful post from Dr. Linda Edelstein (otherwise known as mom) Many people have written about midlife, me included. One of the most fascinating concepts came from psychologist Carl Jung.  Jung talked about the arc of life from birth to death (sun rise to sunset) with midlife obviously falling around the afternoon. He posited that, for the early years of

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I keep writing about acupuncture's effectiveness for treating pain BUT here is someone from the Huffington Post to tell you how needles cured 30 years of ankle pain - yes, thirty years. Below are excerpts from the author's story. "According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. I was one of them until acupuncture,

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The milk thistle is a flowering plant of the daisy family, so named because the leaves are splashed with a white color and the plant contains a milky sap. It has been used for over 2,000 years as a treatment to promote liver health. Milk thistle can protect the liver from intake of toxins. It also encourages the liver to cleanse itself of damaging substances, such as alcohol, medications,

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In an interview with Marie Claire magazine a pregnant Natalie Portman, talked about how she cuts down on stress with so much going on in her life. "To me, exercise is the best way to combat stress, whether swimming or hiking," she explained. "I do yoga sometimes, but not regularly any more. And I also get acupuncture and a massage when I'm feeling stressed." Smart lady ;)

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                      ...you can always tell a person to go to hell tomorrow"  ~Paulo Coelho

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The foundation of Chinese philosophy is based on the idea that human beings are a part of this universe and integral to the dynamic flow of nature just as animals and plants. For that reason, living in harmony with the seasons is a key component to health. According to Chinese Medicine, the universe is forever changing and to be at our best we must continually adapt to these changes. In Chinese

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