What is Andropause? Andropause is often called male menopause, and this is but it’s more than the male equivalent to it because it comes with its own symptoms, causes, as well as patterns of onset. Andropause refers to a process that a man undergoes when his body produces fewer male hormones (androgens). Testosterone is the…
Acupuncture for Integrative Cancer Treatment in Albany, CA The American Cancer Society reported that in the United States alone, over half of the men and a third of women will at some point in their lifetime develop cancer. Cancer takes on many forms. However, it all starts with abnormal cells that go out of control.…
Greetings from Mount Shasta. It has been a beautiful retreat time here at the mountain with replenishment and nature, which I will bring back to you on Monday. Today I will share with you some information about sun exposure, since many of us believe it is really bad for us, and we…
The sensation of pain in the body is normal, it is displayed in three forms of events: perception, energy and physical manifestation. A specific emotional state can be directly linked to every form of pain. Pain is only an external display of the emotional state, the body is able to accurately show us what the…
Thyroid Health The thyroid gland is shaped like a butterfly and is found at the front of the neck, below the Adam’s apple. Although small in size, this gland has a big influence on the body’s ability to transform food into the energy needed to sustain life. Thyroid hormones control the growth, temperature,…
Acupuncture as an alternative approach to smoking cessation has a growing number of converts. In fact, acupuncture is often a court-mandated treatment for drug addicts because of its ability to reduce cravings and alleviate withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, anxiety and difficulty concentrating. Stop Smoking with Acupuncture Find helpful group support to stop smoking…
Acupuncture for Integrative Oncology Support The American Cancer Society has reported that half of all men and a third of all women in the United States will develop cancer during their lifetimes. Although there are many forms of cancer, all forms of the disease begin with abnormal cells that grow out of control. …
Issues impacting Women’s Health Everyone wants to be healthy in order to enjoy a sense of well-being and have the best quality of life possible. Oriental medicine has always addressed the special needs of women throughout their lives. Women are more susceptible than men to certain health conditions, which can make it more challenging…
Acupuncture has been used to treat seasonal allergies for centuries with great success. According to traditional medicine, treatment is directed toward clearing the nasal passages, supporting the immune system, and strengthening the systems of the body to prevent allergic reactions from recurring. What Are Seasonal Allergies? Commonly called hay fever or allergic rhinitis,…
According to acupuncture and Oriental medicine, emotions originate internally from different organs inside the body. Conditions and events in the external world may provoke specific reactions but, ultimately, each person is responsible for the emotion generated. Any addiction, whether to drugs, alcohol, food, work, or other activity or substance, effectively blocks intelligence and suppresses…
Reflection is the process in which an image or idea comes back to us, such as looking in a mirror, rethinking an event, or reviewing an idea. We have the opportunity to take a closer view and reconsider our original thinking. The new year is a perfect opportunity to reflect and use that knowledge as…