By: Jess
Have you heard of white flower oil? If not, this website is very informative. It explains how white flower oil can help with minor aches and pains. If you already know of white flower oil and its amazing benefits, you may find it interesting to learn how it came about and what else it can be used for other than aches and pains. Click the link below to read more about white flower oil.
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Mark Zaranski, Ph.D., L.Ac., Clinic Director-Highland
Why you should be interested:
#1 Proper Hydration is number three of [Read more…]
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By Megan Murphy, CMT
One of the many health benefits of regular massage is a healthy immune system! With the cold and flu season upon us, now is a perfect time to learn how massage can benefit your immune system. Some people seem to sail th [Read more…]
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By Laura Zaranski, L.Ac.
Fall corresponds with the “Metal” element, which in turn is conceptually related to the lung and large intestine. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the lung is responsible for respiration and exchange of fluid [Read more…]
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By: Liz Kelchak, MSOM, L.Ac
History:
White Flower Analgesic Balm was developed in 1927 by Gan Geog Eng. The fluid was originally made only for private use, but family friends and liked it so much they convinced Mr. Gan to produce it on a commercial basis. H [Read more…]
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By Liz Kelchak, M.S.O.M., L.Ac.
History:
Cupping therapy was introduced over 3000 years ago. According to The A
cademy of Classical Oriental Sciences- acos.com; there is a saying in China: “Acupuncture and cupping, more than half of the ills cured.” Zhao Xue Ming, a doctor practicing more than 200 years ago, compiled a book entitled Ben Cong Gang Mu She Yi, in which he describes in detail the history and origin of different kinds of cupping and cup shapes, functions and applications.
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BY: Natalie Kilheeney, L.Ac.
One of the most common complaints this time of year is Sinusitis; a condition causing inflammation and swelling in the cavities surrounding your nose and eyes. This can lead to narrowing of the passageways, where mucus produced by your body can become blocked. This blockage allows infection to set in and can last for weeks on end. Some of the symptoms include: pain around the nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, runny nose, thick-yellow, or green mucus, loss of smell, headaches, pressure, dizziness, red eyes, itchy eyes, watery eyes, toothaches, bad breath, and ear aches.
Does this sound like you? Are you being affected? If so you are not alone. Nearly 31 million people suffer from sinus infections each year. Likewise, 30% of adults and 40% of children suffer from nasal allergies. [Read more…]
