Acupuncture
Liver Function
The liver and its many activities: Many times patients are told by an acupuncturist in our office that their symptoms are partly or completely due to the liver having problems. Read more
Acupuncture
The Dangers of MSG (monosodium glutamate)
WHAT IS MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE? Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer traditionally found in Chinese food. For over 50 years in the United States, it has been added to everyday Read more
Acupuncture
Cell phones and your health
Warning: given that everyone uses a cell phone and keeps it relatively close to their body at one point or another any given day, the following may be controversial. It Read more
Acupuncture
Soothe summer aches and pains
It’s finally summer here in Wisconsin and, with the warmer weather, many of us are out in the yards doing a major spruce up for the sunny summer months. All Read more
Acupuncture
Stayed Hydrated in the Summer
Many things may cause you to become dehydrated, but it is especially important to stay hydrated when the temperature rises. When your body loses too much water, it cannot perform Read more
Acupuncture
How acupuncture treats sports injuries
Over the years, we’ve treated many athletes for sports injuries. Acupuncture can help increase circulation to the affected area, which can help reduce healing time, and even prevent further injuries. Read more
Acupuncture
Cleansing in the Spring
Springtime is here! (Although in Wisconsin, it still feels like winter) Spring is a great time of year to do a cleanse. The liver is more active in spring and with the Read more
Acupuncture
What is a “disease process?”
Let’s talk about the concept of “disease process”. Disease is defined as: “a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, especially one that produces specific signs Read more
Acupuncture
What is a “symptom?”
Let’s look at the actual definition of the word symptom. SYMPTOM: “a physical or emotional manifestation of an underlying disease process, indicating there is an imbalance.” SYMPTOM: “something showing that Read more
Lifestyle Suggestions
How to get the most out of supplements you take
It seems that a lot of patients have been asking us lately: “How can I get the most out of the supplements and herbs I take?” A lot of people Read more