What is gua sha? Gua sha is a traditional Chinese healing technique that originated during the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), that involves the use of a tool to apply pressure on the skin to stimulate circulation and improve overall health. The tool is typically made of jade, horn, or bamboo, and is […]
3 Reasons Shockwave Therapy is the Best Alternative Medication for you
Shockwave therapy is a relatively new and exciting field of medical treatment that is quickly gaining attention due to its potential to provide relief from many types of chronic conditions and ailments. It is a non-invasive, drug-free form of therapy that uses sound waves to target specific areas of the body and stimulate healing. Shockwave […]
5 Surprising Ways Acupuncture Can Alleviate Symptoms of Lyme Disease
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Lyme disease is looked at as a blood deficiency, meaning you have either too little blood or your blood is too weak to function properly. When blood is deficient in Chinese Medicine, it causes your Qi (energy) and Yun (fluids) to be affected. This can lead to a weakened immune […]
The Epidemic of Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity has been rising in the United States and in developed countries throughout the world for many years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2017 to 2018, the prevalence of obesity was 19.3% in children. Sanyaolu et. al. (2019) highlight that these are epidemic levels and that the prevalence […]
4 Natural Tips to Ease Allergies
As flowers and trees bloom, with bees making their beelines to them you may have noticed, allergy season is upon us. Read below to find 4 natural and easy ways to ease those allergy symptoms! Between allergies, yearly wildfires, and pandemic/flu seasons, it’s more important than ever to look after your respiratory health. Nutrition and […]
Improve Your Vascular Health with 1 Outstanding Osteopathic Treatment!
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), is a non-pharmacological treatment modality unique to the osteopathic profession. It focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing physical manifestations of diseases such as joint restriction, muscular imbalance, and fascial distortion. OMT can supplement other treatment modalities to improve a patient’s overall outcome and lead to a faster recovery time. OMT can […]
Food Addiction and 6 Dangerous Foods to Avoid
The term “addiction” is normally associated with abuse or dependence on substances like tobacco, drugs, or alcohol. Is it possible for this term to be applied to describe someone’s relationship with food? According to some experts, food addiction can be a problem for those who display similar behaviors and tendencies also seen with drug and […]
4 Terrific Reasons to Choose Plant Protein!
Plant protein sources are often underappreciated due to being an “incomplete” or “low quality” protein. However, an increase in one’s plant protein intake may be the solution to reverse the negative results from animal protein, such as some chronic diseases. Complete vs. Incomplete Protein Though plant proteins can be low in some of the […]
3 fundamental truths, not fads, you should know before you start a fitness journey or exercise!
There are 3 fundamental truths, not on “trend” or a “fad”, you need to know before you start your fitness journey or workout routine for maximum results and injury prevention. Being in the fitness industry for 20 years there have been fads that later turn into fitness “bads”. Fitness fads come about because an individual […]
4 Types of Delicious Tea with Endless Benefits
4 Types of Delicious Tea: Green, Black, White, and Oolong. Do You Want to Know the Secret to Endless Health Benefits? The Benefits of Drinking Tea Drinking tea may be the perfect way to improve your health with a soothing, warm (or cold) beverage. While there are many types of teas, most are packed with […]
