Stevia rebaudiana, a shrub native to South America, has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples to sweeten beverages and foods. Its leaves contain compounds that provide intense sweetness without calories, making it a popular alternative to sugar. In countries like Japan, Brazil, and China, stevia has long been approved Read more
Digestive problems affect many people in Milwaukee Wisconsin. From mild bloating to chronic conditions like IBS and acid reflux, these issues disrupt daily life. At Acupuncture and Holistic Health Associates, we offer a gentle, effective solution: Acupuncture for Digestive Issues. What Causes Digestive Issues? Digestive troubles have many causes: Stress Read more
People in America often times wonder how Chinese herbal formulation is done. What are Chinese herbs? Why take them? How do you take them? Why can’t I just go to the Vitamin or Health Food Store and take a mixture of supplements? The answer to all of these questions is simple: each person, and their individual life stresses, is unique.
Headaches and migraines are common and sometimes debilitating conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Acupuncture is becoming an increasingly popular natural treatment for those who suffer from chronic or occasional headaches. If you’re seeking a holistic solution to your head pain, Acupuncture offers a safe, effective Read more
Chronic pain can be a debilitating condition, affecting everything from your ability to work to your overall quality of life. Whether it’s due to an injury, illness, or conditions like arthritis, finding effective pain relief can feel like a never-ending struggle. At our Acupuncture clinic in Milwaukee, we understand the Read more
According to the Center for Disease Control an estimated 30.3 million Americans have Type 2 diabetes. That’s 9.4% of the U.S. population. About 7.2 million of those cases are undiagnosed. As Acupuncturists we see these types of patients daily, sometimes for help with Diabetes and its symptoms and sometimes for Read more
It is common for patients to ask: How can I lose weight in a quick and healthy way? Experience shows the following valuable steps help in most cases. Fortunately or unfortunately, these steps are quite contrary to the typical American diet and habits. 1. Avoid or reduce the intake of Read more
One very important concept in Oriental Medicine is Five Element theory, which describes basic elements (fire, earth, metal, water, and wood) in the body and the inter-relationships of those elements similar to those same elements found in nature. Each element corresponds to specific organs, flavors, emotions, colors, seasons, etc. One Read more
Patients are often surprised when we discuss the need for adequate sleep to maintain the immune system. We are all used to thinking about our diet, computer/screen habits, and supplements or herbs as having a lot to do with building a strong immune response, but – sleep? Yep! Sleep (and Read more
Peripheral Neuropathy (Neuropathy) occurs when one or more nerves in the extremities (arms or legs) are damaged in some way. This can cause a variety of symptoms depending on the type of nerve and location of damage. What does peripheral neuropathy feel like? Basically there are three types of nerves Read more