February 3rd is the start of Spring in the Traditional Chinese Calendar. 立春 And while the weather still seems like winter, there is a subtle warmth in the air. So let’s just claim it – Spring is here! Good Foods For Spring These are good foods to eat to nourish our bodies for this season: […]
Living Well In Winter
Today’s post begins a series on living well with the seasons. Living well in winter tells the story of Zhang, Zhong Jing and his gift of dumplings to the world. 节气 Jie Qi (sub-season): 冬至 Dong Zhi (Winter Arrival) Culture 冬至吃饺不冬耳 Translation: Start to eat water-boiled dumplings on “Winter Arrival” and it will prevent getting […]
Where Have All The Flu Deaths Gone?
Did you know that in 2020 there was a ninety percent drop in deaths from flu, heart attack, and stroke? Where have all the flu deaths gone? What explains the near elimination of heart attack and stroke deaths? Physicians and health policy experts are trying to figure out what is causing this anomaly. Is it […]
Covid Cold Flu Herbal Remedy
China has been successfully using two different Chinese herbal formulas to combat Covid-19. The first Covid Cold Flu herbal remedy helps prevent Covid-19 at the first sign of symptoms, while the second formula fights the infection if the virus takes root. The Preventive Covid Cold Flu herbal remedy is safe, natural, and highly effective for […]
Manuka Honey Health Benefits
Manuka honey is made in Australia and New Zealand by bees that pollinate the native manuka bush. Proponents claim it can treat wound infections and build the immune system. This blog post will describe some of the key manuka honey health benefits. Honey Has Healing Power Honey has been used since ancient times to treat […]
Summer Heat Precautions
We’re in the midst of intense summer heat right now. It was in the high 90’s all last week, with a heat index over 100 degrees. There has been little rain, and skies have been clear, with few clouds. Here are some Chinese medicine summer heat precautions to stay safe and healthy. It’s Time To […]
Acupuncture Regulates Menstrual Cycle Best
Are you tired of having an irregular menstrual cycle? Does your period come too early, too late, or not at all? Is it too heavy, or too light? Do you suffer from painful periods with severe cramping? Acupuncture regulates menstrual cycle by correcting the imbalances in your body. It is a natural way to improve […]
Acupuncture Resolves Ankle Stiffness
Do you have stiff ankles? When you wake up in the morning and get out of bed, do you feel your ankles calling your name? Is it difficult to walk and move your feet around? Is it uncomfortable walking long distances and standing for any length of time? Are your ankles tired and complaining by […]
Acupuncture Resolves Urinary Tract Infections
Do you suffer from urinary tract infections? Are you tired of taking antibiotics? Acupuncture resolves urinary tract infections quickly and effectively. Our treatment strengthens your kidneys and bladder to resolve your current infection and resist future infections. How It Works We are all familiar with UTI’s. They are infections of the urinary tract. They typically […]
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) formerly known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), is an amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome. It is a chronic disease with symptoms of severe pain, swelling, and changes in the skin. Complex regional pain syndrome often gets worse over time. It may initially affect an arm or leg and then spread throughout […]
Take Charge of Your Own Health
As you know health care system is broken. We need to get ourselves back in the driver’s seat for our own health. What do we need to take charge of your own health? Here are some pointers: Prevention Take care of health before you get sick. Preventing sickness is a superior way of taking care […]
Balanced Life Is Key To Good Health With Acupuncture
We just returned from a short holiday in the mountains, having spent three days hiking in North Carolina’s beautiful state parks. Nature is so amazing – graceful, powerful and at the same time vulnerable. It struck me that our natural surroundings have found a balance that allows them to exist year after year. The same […]
Perimenopause Symptoms Reduced Using Acupuncture
I was recently treating a woman for foot pain and she mentioned that she wasn’t sleeping well. It ends up that over the past six months she starting waking up at 1:45 am feeling hot and agitated. She was 47 years old and still getting her period. Today’s blog post explores perimenopause symptoms reduced using […]
Research Studies Revealed – What Is The Truth?
The news is filled with breaking stories about new research, the latest research and breakthroughs in research. A week does not pass without some new research study challenging conventional wisdom. But how accurate is this research? To find out, ask yourself some of the following questions. Research studies revealed will give you more confidence that […]
Neck Tension Migraines Resolved With Acupuncture
If you have migraine headaches triggered by neck tension and stress, acupuncture can make a huge difference. That’s because our treatment is comprehensive, addressing each part of the problem at the same time. Read on to learn how acupuncture relieves neck tension migraines. The Problem – Neck Tension Migraines For many of us, stress causes […]
Back Pain Relief With Acupuncture – New Research
Lower back pain occurs in epidemic proportions, affecting as many as eight out of ten adults at some time during their lives. Recent studies demonstrate that acupuncture successfully provides back pain relief more effectively for many people than traditional medical treatments. Read on to learn more about back pain relief with acupuncture. The Problem Fox […]
Acupuncture Resolves Insomnia Best
Do you have trouble sleeping? Does it take more than half an hour to fall asleep? Or do you fall asleep fine, but wake up during the night, unable to fall back? Acupuncture can help with both of these sleep problems. Morrisville Acupuncture resolves insomnia, bringing long lasting results. Morrisville Acupuncture Resolves Insomnia – How […]
Nutrition Advice Raleigh Acupuncture Style
A big part of getting people healthy at our clinic involves nutrition counselling. The food we eat is fuel for the body, and so many of our health conditions are either caused by eating the wrong foods, or aggravated by it. That makes nutrition advice Raleigh Acupuncture style so important for your successful return to […]
Chronic Anxiety Study – Acupuncture Works!
This blog post describes a recent chronic anxiety study published in Great Britain. It was a randomized controlled trial on the use of acupuncture in adults with non-responding, chronic anxiety. The study was published in the Journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society [2015]. Background of Chronic Anxiety Study The study identified a group of […]
Acupuncture Relieves Itching
I’m sure you’re itching to know…is it true that acupuncture relieves itching? The answer is YES! At Raleigh Acupuncture we have great success treating itching. We use a combination of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, and it works wonders. A new study in the journal “Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” supports our experience. New Itching […]
