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Help keep hunger at bay -- and your blood sugar stable -- with these delicious, protein-rich food pairings.



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Shoulder pain and neck pain, especially when triggered by arm movements, can be frustrating. Did you know a muscle called the serratus anterior might be involved? This important muscle helps stabilize your shoulder blade. Weakness or tightness in the serratus anterior is a common finding in people with shoulder and neck pain.



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Lots of things can cause back pain -- and the culprit might not be so obvious. See what could be making you ache or flinch, from lack of sleep to a urinary tract infection.



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This Father's Day, give Dad the gift of relaxation and well-being with an acupuncture treatment!!!


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Ever feel a nagging ache in your lower back and upper buttocks? This could be Gluteus Medius pain! It can strike suddenly, like when you lift a heavy couch, or build up gradually from overuse. Sitting all day and then jumping into strenuous activity, like sports, makes your Gluteus Medius especially vulnerable because it's cold and tight. On top of that, standing for long periods can be extra uncomfortable when this muscle is inflamed. Acupuncture can be a natural solution to help loosen and relieve this discomfort.



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Imagine a state of deep calm washing over you. That's the Relaxation Response, a natural state where your body's "rest and digest" system takes control. When you feel safe and secure, your parasympathetic nervous system, responsible for organ function during rest, takes charge. This response counteracts the effects of stress, promoting positive changes in your mental and physical well-being.

Acupuncture can be a powerful tool to help you unlock this Relaxation Response. By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, acupuncture can contribute to your mental and physical health.



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Tightness in your glutes, especially the large gluteus maximus muscle, can be a culprit behind low back pain and stiffness. This important muscle can get tender and tense, particularly for those with a sedentary lifestyle, improper training, or overuse. Acupuncture offers a natural approach to help loosen and relieve this discomfort in the lower back and sacral region.



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Soft addictions are like a siren song – they fulfill our cravings and become ingrained in our routines because they seem harmless. We check our phones constantly, indulge in mindless shopping sprees, or overwork ourselves, all under the guise of "normal" behavior.The problem is, these habits can leave us feeling unfulfilled and prevent us from discovering deeper meaning in life.

The key? Creating a plan to break free and embrace healthier passions. Acupuncture can also be a valuable tool in this process.



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Gluteal trigger points can be a real pain – literally! They can cause a dull ache, tightness in the back of your leg, and even a strange tingling or numbness sensation. This numbness is likely caused by tight fascia, the connective tissue surrounding your muscles. Muscle pain like this can sometimes be mistaken for pain caused by disc problems. Acupuncture can be a natural approach to help relieve this discomfort.



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It takes most of us longer than we'd like to push through the morning grogginess. But these simple and effective tips can help you wake up and find your energy faster.



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Feeling a dull ache in your neck and a radiating pain in your head or ear? It could be your Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle! This overworked muscle can cause tension headaches, earaches, jaw pain, and even dizziness. Acupuncture can help relax the SCM, alleviate pain, and improve your overall well-being.



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Beyond diet and exercise, explore natural approaches like acupuncture to support your kidneys' overall health and function.



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Watch out for pain beyond your back! Tightness and trigger points in your Lats (Latissimus Dorsi) due to stress, overuse, or injury can cause discomfort that spreads to your shoulders and even radiate down into your arms. Acupuncture can effectively reduce pain by relaxing tight muscles and decreasing inflammation.



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Unlocking happiness can be a journey, but explore 15 strategies like spending time in nature, building strong connections, or trying new things to find your path to greater joy! Don’t forget to ask your acupuncturist and get acupuncture treatments.

Explosive movements like sprinting, jumping, and weight lifting are common culprits behind hamstring strains in athletes. These activities put a lot of force on the hamstrings, increasing the risk of injury. Tight hamstrings can pull on the lower back or hip and irritate the tendons in the back of the knee, leading to pain in both areas.



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Do you ever feel a nagging ache in your neck and shoulder? Poor posture is a common culprit behind neck and shoulder pain. By understanding how your posture affects your neck and shoulder, you can take steps to find relief and prevent future discomfort.



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Do you suffer from neck pain radiating down your arm? Scalene myofascial pain syndrome could be the culprit. This condition involves tight bands in the scalene muscles, located deep in your neck. These tight bands can cause pain that spreads to your shoulder, arm, and even hand.

The good news? Acupuncture can be a natural and effective way to find and release these muscles, easing your pain and improving mobility.



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The mind-body connection is how your mental and physical health interact. Rather than being separate issues, each can affect the other. Physical illness can increase your chances of developing anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. Conversely, depression, anxiety, and unmanaged stress can weaken your immune system and cause physical symptoms.



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The iliopsoas muscle is often involved in back and thigh pain if it is overly tight or harbors trigger points. The iliopsoas can give you pain in the region of your lower back and your upper thigh. Walking or standing upright might become painful for you. In very severe cases, you might be even unable to walk or stand at all, and your mobility may be reduced to crawling. Acupuncture can be a helpful treatment option for this type of pain by promoting local circulation and aiding the healing process.



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Although depression is a mental health issue, it can affect your physical health and overall well-being. Look for symptoms in these unexpected places.



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The trapezius (Trap) is the most superficial muscle in the back, which is subdivided into three sections - the upper, middle, and lower. The shoulder and neck joints are some of the most frequently used parts of the body. When abused through either overuse, over-straining or chronic mispositioning - the impact may present itself in multiple ways.

Stretching and massage may not alleviate the knots in your trap. If you still suffer from neck and upper trap pain, you should consider being evaluated for proper treatment by a specialist. Acupuncture can be a helpful treatment option for this type of pain by promoting local circulation and aiding the healing process.



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What you eat and drink may have more of an effect than you realize. See what can cause energy spikes and crashes that can be bad if you have anxiety and depression -- and what to choose instead. Removed ‘Soy sauce’ from the original article because it’s bad only for the people who are sensitive to Gluten.



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Muscle pain in your calf, ankle, foot, and toes can occur after a trip and fall on an uneven surface, especially if your toes can't grip the ground properly. Poorly fitting footwear can also contribute to this pain. Acupuncture can be a helpful treatment option for this type of pain by promoting local circulation and aiding the healing process.



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Your stool comes in different colors, too. The Bristol stool chart doesn’t include color, but you might have questions about that.



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About 50% of men between the ages of 51 and 60 have BPH, and that number jumps to 70% among men aged 60 to 69 and around 80% of men over 70 years of age.

Acupuncture offers a natural treatment option that may minimize side effects associated with medications. A recent clinical study suggests acupuncture can improve the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), maximum flow rate, and residual urine volume after a three-month treatment course.



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The stellate ganglion, a star-shaped cluster of nerves located in front of the 7th cervical and 1st thoracic vertebrae, belongs to the sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system. It plays a crucial role in regulating blood vessel constriction and relaxation, as well as maintaining homeostasis through its connection to the hypothalamus in the brain.

Given its significance in regulating sympathetic nervous system function, the stellate ganglion has emerged as a promising therapeutic target for a range of autonomic disorders. In clinical practice, there is a case in which a patient with PTSD and depression was successfully cured by applying stellate ganglion treatment at a U.S. Army hospital.



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You probably recognize that eating junk food and spending too much time inside aren't great for you. But did you know they could actually lead to brain decline and memory problems? Acupuncture can help with a variety of concerns, including poor sleep, smoking cessation, body aches, and digestive issues. Learn more about how acupuncture might benefit you today!



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Acupuncture is very effective in treating chronic headaches and migraines as it stimulates nerves and pressure points in the body to relieve symptoms.



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See which habits may be holding you back from losing weight in your midsection, where it’s especially dangerous -- and which ones may even be adding to the problem. You might need to try acupuncture treatments for some of them such as poor sleep, smoking, and stress. Please let us know if you need further information.



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The Subclavius pain travels across the front of the shoulder, radial side of the forearm, but skips the elbow and wrist to reappear on the radial half of the hand. In addition, the dorsal and volar aspects of the thumb, the index finger, and the middle finger also may hurt.



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