Got Pain? Get Acupuncture! It may be hard to believe that the shallow insertion of very thin, disposable, stainless steel needles at selected acupuncture points on the body would actually reduce or eliminate pain. How could this be? The good news is, not only does acupuncture relieve pain, it is … [Read more...] about Acupuncture and Pain Management
Natural cures for Season Affective Disorder
As the dark nights and short days of winter are upon is, it is not uncommon to feel more tired, lower energy, and a desire to stay inside a warm house and cozy up with a good book. For many of us, this is a passing experience that can be cured by a weekend getaway or a few sunny days. However, … [Read more...] about Natural cures for Season Affective Disorder
Soy and Breast Cancer Update
Soy and Breast Cancer Update Written by Dr. Jen Green, Naturopathic Doctor For nine years I’ve been wondering whether soy is safe in postmenopausal breast cancer survivors who were hormone receptor positive. The study I’ve been waiting for was finally published last month! 1,954 breast cancer … [Read more...] about Soy and Breast Cancer Update
A lesson in energy
This morning I was waiting in line at Starbucks to get a cup of tea. The woman in front of me was in a hurry and I could feel the tension and frustration standing behind her. She back up and unconsciously pushed me out of the way. As she was waiting for her drink, she was getting more and more … [Read more...] about A lesson in energy
Needles & Nerves
by Catherine Dold Five years ago, while visiting his native Korea, physicist Zang-Hee Cho took a tumble down a hiking trail. "We were in the mountains for a picnic, and my shoes were not quite correct," recalls the 62-year-old professor from the University of California at Irvine. "I was thinking, … [Read more...] about Needles & Nerves
Meet Monica Mae Leibson……Acupuncturist at AHA
Monica Mae Leibson has been part of the Acupuncture Healthcare team for over 3 years! She is a breath of fresh air and brings many great strengths to our practice. What made you decide to become an acupuncturist? I started having asthma attacks that were seemingly out of the blue. Because I … [Read more...] about Meet Monica Mae Leibson……Acupuncturist at AHA