The Needle’s Calm
Read about hormone health, acupuncture, pain, stress, and other concerns we see in the clinic. Our articles explain treatment options, what to expect from care, and questions to bring to your next appointment.
Understanding perimenopause
Symptoms, timing, and the care options you can discuss with your practitioner.
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Golden Flower is gone from Canada. We still have some.
Golden Flower Chinese Herbs are no longer being brought into Canada. If you have been trying to refill a formula this year and getting Read more ...
Acupuncture for Migraines: An Edmonton Guide
What to expect from acupuncture for migraines in Edmonton: how treatment works, what the research has examined, how a course of care is structured, and at-home acupressure.
Perimenopause Anxiety, Depression and Mood Swings: Why Your Nervous System Is the Missing Piece
Key Takeaways Perimenopause involves unpredictable fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone, not simply a steady decline, and these fluctuations directly affect brain chemistry, emotional Read more ...
Best Acupuncture Clinics in Edmonton: 2026 Comparison Guide
Finding the right acupuncture clinic in Edmonton takes more than a Google search. Credentials, clinical specialties, capacity, and patient experience vary significantly between Read more ...
Naturopathic Medicine or Nurse Practitioner: Which Best Fits Your Hormone Health Journey?
Naturopathic Medicine or Nurse Practitioner: Which Best Fits Your Hormone Health Journey? Hormone health is not a single-discipline problem, and we do not Read more ...
Acupuncture for Skin Conditions in Edmonton: Eczema, Acne, Psoriasis and Rosacea
Most patients who come to us for skin conditions have already tried everything their dermatologist recommended. The creams worked for a while. Then Read more ...
The Complete Perimenopause Guide: Symptoms, Age & Treatment | Edmonton
The Complete Guide to Perimenopause: Symptoms, Timeline & Treatment in Edmonton What Is Perimenopause? Perimenopause (literally meaning “around menopause”) is the transitional phase Read more ...
Why You Should Choose a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner in Edmonton
If you're looking for a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner in Edmonton, Dr. Tammy Lalonde, Dr.Ac, CEO at Red Leaf Wellness, is your Read more ...
10 Best Herbs and Tinctures for Your Health
When it comes to natural remedies, few options are as versatile and effective as herbs and tinctures. These concentrated extracts offer an easy way Read more ...