Q: Holiday meals can be heavy. What can I do to help? A: Holidays meals can absolutely be heavy in calories and fats. This in moderation can be managed by most of us. However, in excess, this can lead to indigestion and, in some cases, pain. … [Read more...] about Ask the CranioSacral Therapist….Holiday Eating
Ask The Acupuncturist: Healthy Holiday Eating
Q: How can I maintain a healthy diet during the holiday season? A: Diet is such an integral aspect of Chinese medicine that no matter the season, food choices matter! … [Read more...] about Ask The Acupuncturist: Healthy Holiday Eating
Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Vitamin D
This post is the first in a new series to answer frequently asked questions by our naturopathic doctor, Diana Quinn, ND. Q: How much vitamin D should I be taking? A: The best way to determine how much vitamin D you need is to test your level with a simple blood test. The reference range for … [Read more...] about Ask the Naturopathic Doctor: Vitamin D
Don’t throw away those bones!
Much has been written about Bone Broth lately. In major cities such as New York and Chicago, bone broth restaurants have surfaced. In some neighborhoods, bones at local butchers are hard to come by – becoming a “hot commodity” as residents travel near and far to get the “best bones” for … [Read more...] about Don’t throw away those bones!
Acupuncture for PCOS
Receiving a diagnosis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is very scary and confusing for many women, especially when trying to conceive. PCOS is a syndrome---this means one size does NOT fit all. Classically, women with PCOS were overweight, had inappropriate hair growth and did not menstruate … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for PCOS
Creating an Intention for your Fertility
As a practitioner that specializes in the childbearing year, I treat a lot of couples going through the process of getting pregnant. I've found that across the board, the journey can be very stressful. From checking your temperature to taking medication to timed intercourse, it certainly takes the … [Read more...] about Creating an Intention for your Fertility
