Why is it that so many people suffer from constipation? And how can Chinese medicine help? According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal (GI) problems, affecting about 42 million people in the U.S. - NIH website Eliminating is … [Read more...] about Constipation and Chinese Medicine
There is always something to work on
When was the last time you had a preventative treatment? In every social event or new encounter I have with people there is a question that comes up…”so what do you do for a living?” being an acupuncturist and a healer, immediately after my answer I get a list of medical diagnoses and health … [Read more...] about There is always something to work on
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
Acupuncture for Smoking Cessation
Many people hear about using acupuncture to help with addiction and smoking cessation. As acupuncturists, we’re asked how exactly acupuncture can be used to attain this goal. There are many different facets to treating addiction and one of the most powerful tools we use in acupuncture is the NADA … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Smoking Cessation
Integrative Approach to Menopause!
Menopause and peri-menopause are natural occurring processes which take place when the secretion of estrogen and progesterone in our body diminishes. As a result, menstrual cycles become irregular and eventually stop. Menopause becomes “official” when a woman has not had a cycle for one year. … [Read more...] about Integrative Approach to Menopause!
Summer Health Newsletter from Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine
Ask The Naturopath... Hi Dr. Quinn – I am concerned about the toxicity of sunscreens. Would you shed some light on this subject?The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has recently reviewed the dangers of sunscreen. Most commercially available sunscreens contain two major toxic chemicals; … [Read more...] about Summer Health Newsletter from Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine
