In case you didn’t get the memo, 29-year-old Vincenzo Nibali of Sicily, Italy won the 2014 Tour de France last month. Rightfully known as the “Shark of Messina,” he was able to outperform 218 other cyclists to finish first in the world’s largest bike race. Nabili finished the race with a lead of more than seven minutes, which is the biggest winning margin since 1997.
But here’s something that you probably didn’t know about Nabili and his team: they were the only team at the 2014 Tour de France to bring their own Licensed Acupuncturist. Throughout the course of the physically enduring race, an Acupuncturist treated Nabili and his team, usually twice a day. Nabili and his team would receive a treatment in the morning before they raced and another at night while they were relaxing and resting in the hotel. continue reading
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people who suffer from high LDL Cholesterol are twice as likely to develop Heart Disease – the number one cause of death in both men and women. High levels of LDL Cholesterol is a serious health condition that affects approximately 71 million adults in the U.S. (1 out 3). But an ancient Chinese Herb is turning heads in the medical community due to its surprisingly powerful effects on Cholesterol levels.
Depression is a serious medical illness that can lower a person’s quality of life while contributing to the onset of symptoms such as Headache, Insomnia, Fatigue, and Malnutrition. According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. say they are depressed. Depression a growing problem that’s often masked with prescription drugs, forcing some to look for alternative forms of treatment.
Natural Menopause – the absence of menstruation for longer than 12 months – often comes with a wide range of unpleasant symptoms, such as Insomnia, Anxiety, Irritability, Night sweats, and of course Hot Flashes. However, a recent study found Acupuncture & Herbs to reduce or even eliminate some of these systems, improving quality life and reducing Stress/Anxiety in women going through Menopause.
Do you suffer from poor posture? Whether you’re sitting down at a desk, standing, walking or running, you should focus on maintaining your body’s natural position. This means keeping your head and neck up while avoiding slouching or slumping. The good news is that you can reverse the effects of poor posture by following some simple steps.
You are what you eat is an adage that holds more truth than you may realize. Unfortunately, many people today focus their diet around processed foods that are high in Sugar, Sodium and Fat. Diets such as this can increase a person’s risk of developing Diabetes, Heart Disease, Obesity, and more. You can protect your body and health against such illnesses, however, by eating lean meats, fresh vegetables, and by adding the following “SUPERFOODS” to your diet.
Acupuncture involves the placement of thin sterilized needles to stimulate various Acupoints throughout the body. The stimulation of these areas is believed to correct imbalances and blockages in the body by promoting the healthy flow of energy (known as Qi – pronounced CHEE).
Food allergies shouldn’t prevent you from dining out with your friends and family. Unfortunately, though, many people with food allergies resort to cooking their own meals to reduce the risk of an adverse reaction. From Dairy and Nuts to Gluten (Wheat-based protein) and Shellfish, there are certain foods that people must avoid to prevent adverse reactions. 
STRESS from day-to-day life can have an extremely negative impact on our health, emotionally, mentally, and physically as well. Long-term or extreme stress can result in frequent or chronic Headaches, Muscle aches, Sleeplessness, Anxiety, Fatigue, Depression, etc. All of these problems only present even more problems to our health and overall well-being. How can we prevent stress from our everyday lives from becoming a much larger problem in our lives?
One of the vexing aspects of the approach of Summer is how you can obtain your “swimsuit body.” While the Winter months, especially around the holidays, are a time for putting on some weight, the Summer months are reserved for outdoor adventures, walking in nature, strenuous activity, and relaxing on the beach. 
