Skip to content

Nutrition

Acupuncture: Not Just Needles

Cupping AcupunctureMost people have heard of the field of acupuncture by now, but did you realize the scope of the practice encompasses Chinese medicine, which includes so much more than needles? Let’s explore this ancient therapy.

First of all, the practice of Chinese medicine starts with a diagnosis. The practitioner asks many questions to build a history; this includes the answers to digestion, appetite, diet, sleep patterns, bowel movement urination, pain, lifestyle, and stress level, for example. The acupuncturist will also be noting the voice pitch, hair luster, skin color and tone, as well as posture and mood of the patient and any significant odor. After that, there is a pulse and tongue analysis to determine where the pattern and root are, primarily. Finally, blood pressure is measured and other applicable tests done, including palpation of the body. After this history, a diagnosis and treatment plan is determined. What might be included in this plan? continue reading »

Foods for the Winter Season

blogimg-foods-for-the-winter-season_640

Everybody knows that food is what gives our bodies the energy we need to survive. But not everybody is aware that certain foods should be consumed during specific times of the year. In areas like the Midwest, where fruits and vegetables are harder to keep on hand when the weather becomes colder, this principle is followed a little more closely. But in areas like Hawaii and Southern California, where fresh fruits and vegetables are always available and the climate is more moderate, people sometimes forget to eat according to the seasons. continue reading »

Nutrition for Heart Health OM Nutrition & Hypertension

blog-img-nutrition-for-heart-health-om-nutritionOriental medicine (OM) nutrition combines ancient wisdom with modern science. OM nutrition is a holistic approach, which aims to balance all five flavors within most meals with one or two flavors being emphasized for therapeutic purposes. OM nutrition for a hypertension emphasizes bitter flavors, sour flavors and energetically-cooling foods.

OM theory states the bitter flavor benefits the heart in moderation but an excess is harmful as it has a drying effect; for example, coffee is bitter. In moderation coffee acts as vasodilator increasing circulation but in excess it can raise blood pressure and has a diuretic effect. Modern scientific research has discovered while the human genome has 25 bitter taste receptors 12 of these are expressed in the human heart. continue reading »

6 Truths About the Not-so-sweet Side of Sugar

Blog-img - 6 Truths About the Not-so-sweet Side of Sugar_640A study published by the JAMA Internal Medicine found that more than 70 percent of Americans consume more than the recommended daily amount of sugar. Sadly, most of us are addicted to sugar, which happens to be hidden in most of the foods and drinks we consume. Added sugar can cause a whole array of problems that can be short term as well as long term. If you are experiencing health problems, lowering your sugar intake may be one of your best options. Below are 10 truths about the ugly side of sweets. continue reading »

The Smoothie Lifestyle

The Smoothie Lifestyle
For those who struggle with dietary restrictions, such as food allergies or medical conditions, it can be stressful to prep a healthy breakfast during busy mornings. Luckily a patient of Acuharmony, Kelli Halligan, has created a solution to help ease meal preparation for this select group of people. Her solution was to create a smoothie company called Simply Sblended Smoothies (http://www.simplysblendedsmoothies.com/) that delivers 7 days of fresh, prepped, and individually portioned smoothie ingredients to your door. Customers will have the ability to work with a nutritionist to create an order of 7 smoothie kits (1 kit for each day of the week) that can fit whatever dietary restrictions and lifestyle goals they want. And above all else the kits are super simple to use! All someone has to do is open a kit, put the fresh and prepped ingredients into the blender, and enjoy!
Kelli first reached out to Acuharmony about six years ago because she was suffering with allergies and has since seen so many benefits from acupuncture and created a much healthier lifestyle for herself! Her goal now is to help people that suffer from inconveniences related to their dietary restrictions feel as great and stress-free as she now does! So join the smoothie lifestyle and check out http://www.simplysblendedsmoothies.com/.
7812792727 Directions