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Jackie Gomez
Licensing Requirements for Acupuncturists and Herbalists in the United States: A State-by-State Guide and Finding a Practitioner
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsAs more Westerners begin to hear about the benefits of acupuncture and herbal treatments, they, too, begin to think, “I wonder if this could help me?” If you’re thinking about exploring your personal options, you may wonder how to know if you’ve found a good acupuncturist. While Google might help you with some reviews, the most important thing to look for is someone with proper credentialing.
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Jackie Gomez
Eastern Medicine Tips For Summer
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsAs the warmth of summer embraces us, Eastern medicine offers valuable insights and practices to optimize our health and well-being during this vibrant season. In Eastern medicine, each season is believed to affect our body’s channels and meridians, influencing our overall vitality. This blog will provide you with a background on how Eastern medicine views the summer season, explore the impact on our energetic pathways, and offer several detailed tips to support your health and wellness using Eastern medicine principles.
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Jackie Gomez
Why Eastern Medicine Needs Modernization
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsAs people look for alternate methods of achieving health and wellness, Eastern medicine—which includes disciplines like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda—continues to gain popularity. While these age-old customs provide insightful knowledge, modernization is becoming increasingly necessary.
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Jackie Gomez
Unveiling Alternative Pharma: The Rise Of Alternative Drugs
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsA new trend in the healthcare sector has recently attracted the interest of both patients and professionals. The term “alternative pharmaceuticals,” or “alt pharma,” refers to a wide range of non-traditional medical treatments and therapies that are becoming more and more popular among people looking for alternatives to conventional medications. Now, it’s important to note that non-traditional refers to not traditionally available in America. In all actuality, what we are calling alt pharma is, ironically enough, traditional medicine. It is the medicine that has been used throughout Asia, Africa and other indigenous areas since the beginning of time.
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Jackie Gomez
Understanding the Basics of TCM
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsTraditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda have for thousands of years revered brain health. The brain is an important part of the nervous system and one of the largest organs in the body. While nootropics are all the rage now, the ancient medicine systems have long considered “Mind Body” health. In fact, in TCM the brain is considered one of six “Extraordinary Organs.” Western Medicine Medical Schools and research studies are catching on, and are now looking at mind body approaches such as meditation, yoga, tai chi, cognitive skills, lifestyle interventions, and positive psychology. They’re researching how these modalities can prevent or improve stress-related illnesses, ranging from asthma to hypertension, functional bowel diseases and pain syndromes. Needless to say, there is a lot of research and for good reason.
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Jackie Gomez
Eastern Medicine and the Brain
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsTraditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda have for thousands of years revered brain health. The brain is an important part of the nervous system and one of the largest organs in the body. While nootropics are all the rage now, the ancient medicine systems have long considered “Mind Body” health. In fact, in TCM the brain is considered one of six “Extraordinary Organs.” Western Medicine Medical Schools and research studies are catching on, and are now looking at mind body approaches such as meditation, yoga, tai chi, cognitive skills, lifestyle interventions, and positive psychology. They’re researching how these modalities can prevent or improve stress-related illnesses, ranging from asthma to hypertension, functional bowel diseases and pain syndromes. Needless to say, there is a lot of research and for good reason.
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Jackie Gomez
What Your Type of Sleeplessness Says About You According to Eastern Medicine
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsWhile many of us in the West have gotten use to poor sleep, Eastern medicine places a high priority on sleep. It views sleep as a vital sign of a person’s general health and happiness, and a sleep analysis is part of an initial consultation with a practitioner. A person’s physical, mental, and emotional health can be inferred from the quality and amount of sleep they are getting.
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Jackie Gomez
Ways to Incorporate Helpful Eastern Medicine Herbs Into Your Cooking
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsEastern medicine holds that our total health and happiness can be seen in the eyes. We can see the quality of a person’s “shen” through their eyes, which loosely translates to spirit. Think of it like instantly knowing someone feels unwell by the look in their eyes.
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Jackie Gomez
What Your Eyes Say About You According To Eastern Medicine
in General Wellness, TCM / / 0 commentsEastern medicine holds that our total health and happiness can be seen in the eyes. We can see the quality of a person’s “shen” through their eyes, which loosely translates to spirit. Think of it like instantly knowing someone feels unwell by the look in their eyes.
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How To Buck The Smoothie Culture Trend
in General Wellness / / 0 commentsHere’s a harsh truth: Smoothies are exceptionally delicious, but they can be deceitfully bad for you. For starters, they’re high in sugar, and since smoothies are liquids, you get the calorie intake without the benefit of feeling full. That doesn’t bode well if your end goal is to lose weight. So does that mean you should shun smoothies forever? Not necessarily. Read on to learn more about smoothies and how, with some moderation and effort, you can still enjoy them and stay healthy.
