Fall is always a time when there is increased promotion for the flu shot. TV commercials and signs at the local pharmacy highly recommend the flu vaccination for prevention. Although many people get the flu shot each year, not everyone chooses to. Flu vaccines are designed to protect against the … [Read more...] about Should I get the flu shot?
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Lymph Drainage: Waterways to Health
The lymphatic system is the most recent body system to be discovered. It was first formally described in 1652. This relatively recent discovery does not indicate that this is evolutionarily a new system. Instead it was identified so late because this system is naturally difficult to visualize. Our … [Read more...] about Lymph Drainage: Waterways to Health
Gratitude and Good Health in 2017
2017 brings to us an opportunity to reflect on what we are grateful for and share what has been an important ingredient in our health and wellness regime! We asked each of our staff to share their gratitude and what has made a difference in their lives. Julie Silver I am grateful for many things: … [Read more...] about Gratitude and Good Health in 2017
Transition to fall and winter
As the weather cools off and the leaves start to change color, I am reminded of the natural changes we go through in the course of a day, a season, and a year. TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) is a medicine that illuminates our body as organic parts of nature. Just as there is hot, cold, wind, … [Read more...] about Transition to fall and winter
Pediatric Digestive Health
The first few years of a child’s life are extremely critical and helps define their future nutritional health. Every body system develops during the first eight weeks after conception. Mothers will pass on healthy microbiome to our children during pregnancy, vaginal birth, and while breastfeeding. … [Read more...] about Pediatric Digestive Health
A day in the life of an acupuncturist ~ a pictorial
Hello. My name is Monica Mae Leibson and I am a Registered Acupuncturist in the State of Michigan. I know that my job isn't a typical one and I often get funny looks when I tell people what I do. So here's a glimpse of a typical day of mine, in pictures. Located in West Bloomfield MI, I work … [Read more...] about A day in the life of an acupuncturist ~ a pictorial