by Dr. Joy Chou, ND Fall is that quintessential time of year when kiddos faithfully head back to the classroom and become exposed to a plethora of germs and viruses. Those pesky pathogens inevitably invade the household, often resulting in torturous hours of fever, cough, body aches and utter physical defeat. Of the potential culprits … Continued
Many of you have taken steps to take charge of your health from dietary changes, regular exercise, removing or decreasing toxin like smoking, alcohol consumption and environmental toxin exposures, hydration and appropriate supplementation if necessary. These steps will be further enhanced if you keep up with screening exams at their appropriate time. To help you … Continued
By Dr. Bridgett B. Simon As spring moves in, the season can bring environmental allergies that make you want to hide indoors. In energetic medicine, I take a little different approach. The practice of Earthing has become a term coined for having contact with the earth against your skin, such as the feet when … Continued
We know that chiropractic adjustments and natural manipulations can help with muscle and joint pains. But did you know that they can help your immune system and help alleviate symptoms of seasonal allergies as well? Seasonal or not, all allergies are the result of an exaggerated response by the immune system to substances that are … Continued
by Dr. Brooke Azie-Rentz Spring is here, and along with it comes some very familiar sounds….birds chirping, bees buzzing, frogs croaking… and people sneezing! Pollen, the lifeblood of nature that brings renewal every year but plays havoc on the immune system in 10-30% of the worldwide population, is back! And this year it’s looking like … Continued
Herbal Allergy Treatment, by Dr. Rhea Abbott If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you probably have a love/hate relationship with plants (or maybe just a hate/hate?). Grasses, trees, weeds…they’re the cause of our most miserable symptoms, from watery itchy eyes to that constantly dripping nose. But before you write off all pollen-bearing lifeforms as your enemy, … Continued
As a sleep specialist, I’ve noticed we often turn to pills (whether natural or pharmaceutical) as solutions to our sleep troubles, while totally overlooking the basics – your bedroom! Our sleep environment is full of subliminal cues and you can make a big impact on your sleep just by the way you interact with your bedroom or conduct your nighttime routine. Read on for in-depth discussion of how each of these Bedroom Rules plays a role in the restfulness of your nights!
by Debbie Yu, MS, L.Ac, DAOM Candidate 2017 Spring is coming! Sports, activity, and yang energy are rising! With more movement, comes more potential for injuries, or worry about re-activating old injuries. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can certainly help speed recovery in active injuries; and increase circulation and strengthen supporting structures to prevent old … Continued
Dr. Brooke’s Nook Reflections on Hormones, The State of Family Practice, and Concierge Wellness By Dr. Brooke Azie-Rentz, ND I am sitting here on the 2nd night of a 3 day conference on bioidentical hormones and functional endocrinology, after having been lectured at for 9 hours straight on things I learned 14 years ago that … Continued
by AIM Staff Fall is all about gathering resources and preparing for a cold and fruitless winter – a process that takes place all around us. Animals gather food and prepare cozy shelters and plants drop off leaves and seeds as resources are concentrated into the roots. As the seasons change, this process also starts … Continued
