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Does Your Liver Need a Spring Tune-Up?

By admin | Published April 3, 2017

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season is ruled by a particular organ system and spring is connected to the liver. What does this mean? Well, you probably notice changes in the way you feel, both physically and mentally, as the seasons change. I know I tend to feel a bit more contemplative and introspective during the winter months. Once spring hits, I’m ready to recharge and get things done. The liver energy is strong and assertive, the type of energy you need to create plans and then propel them into motion. However, if your liver is a little out of balance, you might notice you are more irritable or on edge than usual. Here are a few signs that your liver is in need of an acupuncture tune-up: continue reading »

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5 tips for surviving morning sickness

By Amy Landolt | Published March 20, 2017

Essential oils

Apply lemon, grapefruit or a detoxification blend topically over your liver area daily to help manage morning sickness.

Use ginger or a digestive blend proactively – don’t wait until you feel sick. Diffuse them aromatically, take internally in a glass of warm water or apply topically to wrists.

We suggest using doTERRA essential oils. You can order them at retail prices on www.mydoterra.com/amylandolt or call us at 815.814.1319 to find out how to get wholesale pricing.

Ginger tea

Buy some fresh ginger from the grocery store, and steep a thin slice of ginger in hot water for 5 minutes, and then drink the “ginger tea”.

Guided imagery

Try this guided imagery that was shared in an Oprah magazine article.

“Visualize walking barefoot down a long stone staircase. Inhale slowly through the nose for four counts while focusing on how cool the stones feel. Then exhale for eight to ten counts through pursed lips as you imagine taking a step down. Continue until the queasiness has passed.”

Fennel seeds

Try chewing on fennel seeds whenever you are feeling nauseous or crush the seeds and make a fennel tea.

Acupuncture

Morning sickness responds particularly well to acupuncture, and we can show you specific points that you can massage at home to help restore your appetite. Here is a testimonial from one client who responded very well with acupuncture.

If these tips aren’t enough to get rid of your morning sickness, call us at 815.814.1319 to schedule a consultation.

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Acupuncture and colon cancer

By admin | Published March 20, 2017

Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States with about 60,000 deaths from it every year. Like all cancer, treatment can be long, uncomfortable and come with many side effects. Those getting chemotherapy may experience nausea, vomiting, postoperative pain, cancer related pain, insomnia and anxiety. The chronic pain can significantly impact quality of life. Most patients are prescribed medications such as opioids for pain that have side effects and are highly addictive. continue reading »

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All About Moxibustion

By admin | Published March 6, 2017

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a medical system that incorporates numerous methods for treating disease and illness. One of the tools found in the toolbox of the TCM practitioner is known as moxibustion.

Moxibustion is a technique that involves the burning of mugwort, known as moxa, which is an herb that facilitates healing. The purpose of moxibustion is to stimulate the flow of Qi (pronounced “chee”), strengthen the blood and maintain general health. Qi is translated as life energy. There are two types of moxibustion, direct and indirect. Direct moxibustion uses moxa shaped into a small cone and is placed on top of an acupuncture point and burned. This type of moxibustion has two subcategories, scarring and non-scarring. Scarring moxa burns until it distinguishes on its own. This may lead to localized scarring and blisters. Non-scarring moxa allows for the moxa to be placed on the acupuncture point, lit, extinguished and removed before it burns the skin.   continue reading »

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Connecting to the Community: Niki

By Amy Landolt | Published February 27, 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 Niki’s involvement with the North Shore Board of the Northwestern Settlement. continue reading »

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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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