-
Read MoreAcupuncture
How does acupuncture work? This is one of the most frequently asked questions. How can needles relieve pain, reduce stress and induce healing without the use of drugs. Scientists have asked the same question and have conducted studies to answer this. The short answer is it is complicated. Here are some of the things we know. Acupuncture May Change the Way the Brain Perceives Pain According to the Radiological Society of North America, acupuncture activates the portion of brain areas involved in pain perception. Perceived pain was significantly reduced or modulated under acupuncture (a) vs. (b) without acupuncture....
-
Read MoreCollagen Induction Therapy
Uncover a more youthful you Discover a quick, minimally invasive facial innovation. The Rejuvapen™ stimulates collagen production to diminish fine lines, moderate wrinkles, large pores, scars, stretch marks and sun damage. The Rejuvapen™ activates collagen production to transform damaged tissue and blemished skin into clearer, smoother, more vibrant skin. How does it work? The micropen contains tiny needles that penetrate the epidermis and dermis (2 outer layers of skin) in a very precise and controlled manner to produce micro-trauma in a treatment called Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT). This micro-trauma to the skin stimulate the body to produce new elastin and collagen, the support system of healthy skin. As the treated area heals, healthier, smoother, more even, skin appears. What is the advantage of the Rejuvapen? There is no “down time” with the Rejuvapen procedure. The procedure is minimally invasive but the results can be similar to those of laser. What does the Rejuvapen help? The Rejuvapen™ can be used to treat a wide range of conditions: Fine lines and moderate wrinkles Skin laxity Enlarged pores Scars from acne, surgery or injury Uneven skin tone or texture Stretch marks Premature aging from sun exposure The Rejuvapen™ can be used to enhance the skin on the face, neck, décolletage, back, abdomen, arms, hands and legs. What can I expect? A sterile needle-tip containing 11 tiny micro-needles is attached to the Rejuvapen. A thin layer of topical gel is applied to your skin. In a single gliding motion, the pen is gently pressed against the skin and is moved one direction until the entire area is completed. The entire face can be complete in under an hour Is there downtime after the treatment? There is no downtime to recover from the procedure, but treatment causes in redness that resembles a sunburn or scrape. The redness may take anywhere from 24 hours to 4 days to go away. When can I expect to see results? Improvements begin to appear over a few weeks with continued improvement up to 6 months following treatment. How many treatments will I need? Some patients only require 2 treatments each year. Optimal, we recommend 4 treatments at 4 week intervals. Deeper wrinkles or scars can require up to 8 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart. ...
-
Read MoreLOSE IT!
I have a question for you: “What if your carbohydrate addiction (carbohydrate addiction quiz) could vanish within weeks and your body could burning fat as fuel instead of storing it? What if I told you that chronic illness could improve, aches and pains could lessen, chronic fatigue resolve and brain fog lift? And what if I told you this can be done with a carbohydrate restricted diet? Would you be interested?” Anyone who has ever been on a diet knows the pounds lost don’t stay gone forever. For sustainable weight loss one needs to make permanent changes to the way they eat. Herein lies the rub. Diets are restrictive, they limit calories so you’re always hungry. Some diets make you buy unnecessary shakes, pills, and microwave meals you heat up. This becomes expensive and not practical unless you are a shut-in. Who doesn’t like a nice meal out sometimes? I know I do. Some experts even suggest you spend time in the gym “burning calories”. Gym benefits are many but weight loss isn’t one of them for most people. Let me introduce you to the Ketogenic way of life, a sustainable way of eating that allows you to enjoy your own cooked food and it enables you to pick from a wide variety of menu items at your favorite restaurants. Hunger and exercise are not part of this plan! Eight Health Benefits of Ketogenic way of life, it’s more than just weight loss! 1. Effective for weight loss. 2. Reduces obesity related health risks. 3. Effective for stabilizing blood sugar. 4. Potential treatment for cancer. 5. Therapeutic effects on various neurological diseases. 6. Reduces cardiovascular disease risks. 7. Beneficial effects on respiratory function. 8. Reduces the need for medication. * Evolving research shows the Ketogenic way of eating is a beneficial treatment in more diseases than I have listed here. What you get with my 6 or 12 week program A personalized plan – that detoxifies, breaks cravings, restores normal endocrine functions, and resets the metabolism for maximal fat burning. If you have a food sensitivity or need and elimination diet, it can be done with this plan. Goal Setting- we discuss your weight loss and/or health goals and I teach you how to achieve them. Weekly Accountability- our weekly time together will keep you motivated and on track. Support- text or email me any time during your program with your questions. You will learn that what you thought you knew about nutrition, the food pyramid...
Most Recent Articles
Announcement: Welcome
We are a comprehensive acupuncture clinic that uniquely combines the ancient Chinese skills of acupuncture, the art of herbal medicine with modern anti-aging medical concepts. We endeavor to provide you, our client, the very best medicine both worlds have to offer.
Acupuncture and herbal medicine, known as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) have been effective treatments for thousands of years. The ancient Chinese were original purveyors of anti-aging medicine. Herbal medicine was pursued by the ancients in hopes of finding the elixir of immortality, a pursuit that has continued into modern day.
Anti-aging medicine is a clinical specialty that is based on principles of sound and responsible health care that is consistent with those applied in other preventive health specialties.
Hundreds of scientific research studies clearly prove that modest interventions in diet, exercise and nutrition are beneficial and significantly impact healthy function in old-age.
We offer:
- Proven and effective treatments for most medical conditions.
- Needleless techniques.
- Relaxing atmosphere.
- Science based therapies.
- Personalized treatments.
We use scientific knowledge gained through peer-reviewed research, combine it with anti-aging principals, acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine in a manner that brings healing and a sense of well-being to our clients. Welcome to our practice!
Olive Oil Conferencing Event
Webinar Topic Discussion
“Tests indicate that imported “extra virgin” olive oil often fails International and USDA standards.”
Results in a published report from UC Davis Olive Center (2010) is where our journey begins and from this study we began to ask the question:
If they do fail, what are the objective measurements that indicate their failure?
Knowing these parameters is crucial to understand what exceptional extra virgin olive oil is. During this webinar, we will go over some fundamental measurements to differentiate extra virgin from all the others. And why these measurements are important to our health.
Read More
Fast Jogging Is No More Beneficial Than Sitting On Your Tush
I can already hear the cheers from the people in my Keto-Adaptation group gleefully exclaim they knew exercise was hazardous to one’s health, hence their reasoning for not doing it. After all who in their right mind wants to intentionally exert themselves to the point of sweat? It is so much more enjoyable to sit around doing nothing.
Hold on to your hats while you are jumping for joy. Exercise is still beneficial! The good news is you don’t have to over do it to reap the benefits.
The study known as the Copenhagen City Heart Study concluded that exercise is beneficial up to a point. After that, it no more healthful than being sedentary.
” First, jogging even <1 h per week or 1 time per week is associated with significant mortality risk reduction compared with sedentary nonjoggers. Second, 1 to 2.4 h of jogging per week, with a frequency of 2 to 3 times per week, at a slow or average pace is most favorable as an optimal jogging time, frequency, and speed for reducing mortality. Third, higher jogging times (≥2.5 h per week), higher frequencies (>3 times per week), and faster paces are not associated with better survival compared with sedentary nonjoggers, suggesting a U-shaped association between jogging and mortality as well as loss of benefits with higher doses of jogging.”
Now that you know you don’t have to endlessly run like mouse on a wheel to reap the benefits of exercise… get up, take a leisurely jog a few times week. Your tush will thank you for it and you might even live longer!
References
Lee D, Lavie CJ, Vedanthan R. Optimal Dose of Running for Longevity: Is More Better or Worse?∗. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2015;65(5):420-422. doi:10.1016/j.jacc.2014.11.022.
Read More
