Now’s the time to get your kids (and yourself!) back on a good sleep schedule to help ease the adjustment to the start of school. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: 10-13 hours (including naps) for children ages 3-5 9-12 hours for children ages 6-12 8-10 hours for … [Read more...] about To Sleep … Perchance to Dream
Boost that Immune System
Even the cleanest schools (and children) are germ factories, and back to school time seems to inevitably lead to increased colds and infections in our kids. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control says that elementary school children get up to 12 colds during the school year. Then … [Read more...] about Boost that Immune System
Ask a Practitioner
There are still a few weeks left of summer. What’s your best tip for making the most of it Our family recently moved to the West Bloomfield area and we're enjoying our new neighborhood with lake access. I think the best tip I have is to get outside and enjoy our beautiful state! Monica Mae … [Read more...] about Ask a Practitioner
Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
It’s not known who said that, but it’s sure true. Here we are, already halfway through August. Autumn does not officially begin until September 22, but if you’re like me, summer just “feels” over once we’re past Labor Day and the kids are back in school. I love how Paul Pitchford talks … [Read more...] about Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
Blueberry Couscous Pudding
1 pint blueberries 3 cups apple juice 1 cup couscous 1 teaspoon grated lemon or orange rind ¼ tea sea salt Mix all ingredients. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit undisturbed for 15 minutes. Spoon onto a platter and arrange into a … [Read more...] about Blueberry Couscous Pudding
Everything You Wanted to Know about Acupuncture Needles!
Here’s everything (and probably more) that you always wanted to know about acupuncture needles, which are used to stimulate the flow of qi energy. They are made from stainless steel and flexible are like a wire (but not hollow) They’re not much thicker than hair, and much thinner … [Read more...] about Everything You Wanted to Know about Acupuncture Needles!