Author: theacupuncturists

Acupuncture and Interstitial Cystitis

Acupuncture and Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is an autoimmune related condition that causes discomfort or pain in the bladder and a need to urinate frequently and urgently. It is also referred to as bladder pain syndrome, (BPS) is a chronic bladder health problem affecting more than 12 million people in the United States today. Twice as many women than men are affected and […]

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The New Pediatric Pathology: Allergies, Asthma, Atopy (eczema, hives),  and Autoimmune Disorders…The 4 A’s

The New Pediatric Pathology: Allergies, Asthma, Atopy (eczema, hives), and Autoimmune Disorders…The 4 A’s

Environmental toxins, genetically and chemically modified foods, and gut dysbiosis are creating health issues in our children.  Our detoxification systems and immune systems are on over-drive reacting to constant triggers both inside and outside the body.  Infectious diseases may be at an all-time low, but chronic conditions that are inflammatory and immune based are at an all-time high. The conditions affecting […]

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Acupuncture for Labor Induction

Acupuncture for Labor Induction

Among many other traditional Chinese remedies, acupuncture is undoubtedly one of the most progressive natural alternative medicines that can be used exclusively or complementary to other treatments. Studies into the efficacy of acupuncture in treating common to complex ailments have made a solid case for its use. While it may seem new to other spheres in the world, acupuncture has […]

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Adding diet modifications to your fertility plan can increase your chances of conception many times over. Learn more about the correct way to approach your diet to increase your chances of fertility...

Eating to Optimize Fertility

One of the most powerful health choices you can make when preparing for fertility is your diet. For both men and women, eating a diet rich in whole foods, vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants will help in preparing for pregnancy. Many studies have shown that even small changes to your diet can help in optimizing fertility outcomes such as conception, preventing […]

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Acupuncture and Arthritis

Acupuncture and Arthritis

It is easier to describe what arthritis is than to define it. This is because arthritis isn’t a single condition but rather a general term used to refer to a group of related joint ailments and joint pain. Indeed, there are at least a hundred known arthritic conditions that impact on joints. The various arthritic conditions have different causes, although […]

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Chinese Herbs in the Treatment of Infertility

Chinese Herbs in the Treatment of Infertility

Infertility is classified as the inability to conceive a child after trying to do so for a year or more, affecting as many as 1 in 8 couples. Both men and women may have a medical condition that prohibits conception, such as polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS), low sperm count or motility, irregular menstruation, and endometriosis. Although the Western names of […]

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