Many people are aware of the hallmark symptom for COVID: loss of taste and smell. Researchers have found that the temporary loss of smell (anosmia) may be a better indicator of a COVID infection than other symptoms of fever, headache, body aches, cough, digestive upset or shortness of breath. It has been suggested that the olfactory nerve cells can be affected because of the swelling of surrounding nasal mucosa tissues and cells being inflamed by the viral replication process. One study showed … [Read more...] about Acupuncture Restores Post-COVID Fatigue, Loss of Smell and Taste
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Signs of Hormone Imbalance for Women and Men
Hormone imbalance can occur at any age and at any stage of a woman’s life. Teenagers experience an emotional rollercoaster of changes as they transition through puberty and into early adulthood. A woman’s fertile years span from Menarche (onset of menstruation) and can start to decline as young as age 30. Egg quality declines significantly after age 35, making fertility challenging for a woman who desires pregnancy later in life. The average age for a woman to transition into menopause is 51. … [Read more...] about Signs of Hormone Imbalance for Women and Men
How Cupping Can Benefit the Body
Cupping has been used in China for thousands of years. It is becoming more and more popular in the U.S., as evidenced by athletes and actors adorning the cupping marks. There are a number of ways to utilize cupping, such as sliding cupping or leaving them on one spot. Some practitioners can leave cupping marks when left stationary on one spot for five or more minutes. I prefer using sliding cupping to release the whole tightened area and fascial tissues to get quicker results. Cupping can … [Read more...] about How Cupping Can Benefit the Body
Seven Mindfulness Tips to Reduce Stress, Anxiety
Buddhist monks have been practicing meditation and mindfulness for centuries and more and more people are starting to use mindfulness daily to reduce stress and anxiety. Mindfulness and meditation practices can teach you how to be fully present in the moment. Practicing mindfulness during day-to-day activities can be very meditative. A simple act like washing the dishes, taking a walk in nature, gardening or daily chores can give you an opportunity to focus on being fully present and … [Read more...] about Seven Mindfulness Tips to Reduce Stress, Anxiety
Normal is Not Optimal for Hormones
Hormones are constantly changing as we go through the journey of our life, and imbalances can occur at any age and stage of life in both men and women. Imbalances are often triggered by stressful events (environmental, dietary, emotional or physical). Life changes, like the death of a family member or friend, marriage, break up, birth of a child, surgery, accidents, loss of a job, moving or effects from COVID-19, can trigger increased stress hormones, which will affect other endocrine glands … [Read more...] about Normal is Not Optimal for Hormones