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Natural hacks for instant energy

By Amy Landolt | Published February 26, 2017

The beautiful warm sunny days we had recently gave us all a boost of energy. Now that it is colder and sometimes grayer, we may be feeling sluggish. Instead of reaching for an energy drink , try these natural hacks for an instant boost of energy: continue reading »

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Tips for a successful road trip from your acupuncturist

By Amy Landolt | Published February 26, 2017

Long drives across the country can be a great way to experience different communities, and can be a more cost effective method of transportation for a family. However, long car rides can also be monotonous and stressful.

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Connecting to the Community: Megan

By Amy Landolt | Published February 24, 2017

One key part of your health is your connection to your community. And one way to connect with your community is to get involved and give back. Each Saturday, we feature different ways members of the Northshore Acupuncture Center community are rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

This week we are featuring doTERRA’s Healing Hands Foundation. continue reading »

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Heart Afire: The Fire Element

By admin | Published February 20, 2017

The organs in Chinese medicine are more than just a physical representation. The organs include not only their physiological function, but also their mental, emotional, spiritual and elemental qualities that align with nature and the seasons. Let’s explore the heart.

The heart season is summer, and heart is considered the most yang: hot, bountiful and abundant. Yang is what is bright, moving, outward, hot and loud. Yin is what is more inward, still, dark and cooler. The color of the heart is associated with red, the climate is heat, the flavor is bitter and it’s paired organ is the small intestine (many urinary issues are due to “heart fire” heat descending). The sense aligned with heart is the tongue, and the vessels associated with heart are the tissues. The heart sound is laughing, and the emotion is joy. The heart houses what is known as the shen, which is the mind and spirit. continue reading »

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FREE Monthly Classes

By Amy Landolt | Published February 19, 2017

We are offering free monthly educational classes starting in March.

On the first Monday at 7pm and second Friday at 11:30am, we are offering a 60 minute class at our office on the basics about doTERRA’s Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils, and how they can be used to support the body and mind.

On the first Monday at 8pm and second Friday at 12:30pm, we will answer all of your questions about acupuncture, and offer an optional stress relief treatment. We will cover the most FAQ: does it hurt, what can it be used for, does it really work, will it interfere with my medications and/or other treatments, how many treatments are needed?

On the third Monday at 7pm, we are offering a 60 minute VIRTUAL class on the basics about doTERRA’s Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils, and how they can be used to support the body and mind.

Advanced registration is required for all sessions as space is limited. Bring a friend!

The Monday sessions will be moved to the second week in July and September because of 4th of July and Labor Day conflicts.

If you would prefer to have a one-on-one phone consultation about essential oils, call Amy at 815.814.1319 or schedule online.

 

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Connecting to the Community: Lynn

By Amy Landolt | Published February 17, 2017

One key part of your health is your connection to your community. And one way to connect with your community is to get involved and give back. Each Saturday, we feature different ways members of the Northshore Acupuncture Center community are rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

This week we are featuring Lynn’s involvement with Random Acts of Flowers, a non-profit organization that recycles and repurposes donated flowers for delivery to patients in area healthcare facilities. continue reading »

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Connecting to the Community: Adopt A Senior

By Amy Landolt | Published February 6, 2017

One key part of your health is your connection to your community. And one way to connect with your community is to get involved and give back. Each Saturday, we feature different ways members of the Northshore Acupuncture Center community are rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

 

This week we are featuring Paula’s Adopt-A-Senior for Valentine’s Day program. You can participate through February 13th. A donation of $15 buys an adopted senior a hand cream, Valentine’s treat and a kind note. If you would like to sponsor multiple seniors, you can sponsor 3 for $40, 5 for $70, or 8 for $100. If it is easier for you, you can drop checks or cash at my office through Monday, and I will give it to Paula.

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Valentine’s Day, TCM and Heart Health

By admin | Published February 6, 2017

Every February men all over the world flock to the local flower shops and jewelry stores in search of the perfect bouquet or piece of jewelry to express their undying love to their significant other. Why?  Nobody knows for certain, but there are at least a couple of theories.

One theory is a Catholic priest, Valentine, was imprisoned for helping Christians escape Roman prisons.  While he imprisoned himself, Valentine fell in love with a young girl who visited him. Allegedly, before his death, Valentine wrote a letter and signed it, “From your Valentine.”  Thus, the first Valentine’s Day card was created, or so it is reported. continue reading »

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Connecting to the Community: Megan

By Amy Landolt | Published February 3, 2017

One key part of your health is your connection to your community. And one way to connect with your community is to get involved and give back. Each Saturday, we feature different ways members of the Northshore Acupuncture Center community are rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

Today we are featuring Megan’s involvement with Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.™).  CARE is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization with a mission to serve the communities of Chicago’s North Shore by fostering and supporting healthy, positive relationships between people and companion animals. continue reading »

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Connecting to the Community: Christine

By Amy Landolt | Published January 25, 2017

14225446_1317425104934474_6681422466858825653_n (1)One key part of your health is your connection to your community. And one way to connect with your community is to get involved and give back. Each Saturday, we feature different ways members of the Northshore Acupuncture Center community are rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

This week we are featuring Christine’s involvement with Wright Way Rescue, a non-profit no kill animal shelter.

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