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Curious to know the latest oriental medicine trends and findings? Keep up to date with my blog postings focused on relevant acupuncture news and research.

Naturopathy for Children: Nurturing Children’s Emotional Well-being – A Guide by Dr. Lorraine McCarthy

Dr. Lorraine McCarthy, a dedicated Naturopathic Medicine practitioner, is on a mission to help children navigate the complexities of anxiety and nervousness. As a mother, mentor, and fervent advocate for family health, she brings a unique blend of experience and passion to her practice. With a deep understanding of Read more ...

By |August 2, 2023|Categories: Blog, Edmonton, Functional Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, Stress, Wellness|Tags: , |Comments Off on Naturopathy for Children: Nurturing Children’s Emotional Well-being – A Guide by Dr. Lorraine McCarthy

Rediscovering Ancient Wisdom: Chinese Medical Practices in Modern Healing

Every day we see some new or rediscovered medical discoveries in the news; the technology and the research that medical professionals embark on are undoubtedly time-consuming and devoting work. However, many professionals have discovered that some medical practices have stood the test of time and still work wonders, which even Read more ...

By |July 28, 2023|Categories: Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine|Tags: , |Comments Off on Rediscovering Ancient Wisdom: Chinese Medical Practices in Modern Healing

Turbo Charge Your Brain: 10 Ways to Boost Your Cognitive Health (And 2 Things You Should Absolutely Stop Doing!)

In recent years, there's been growing interest in alternative healthcare, including its effects on cognitive health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a unique view on lifestyle and nutrition, especially their impact on brain function. This blog post explores TCM principles and their role in boosting cognitive health. Read to Read more ...

By |June 1, 2023|Categories: Acupuncture, Blog, Chinese Medicine, Edmonton, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Nutrition, Prevention, Wellness|Comments Off on Turbo Charge Your Brain: 10 Ways to Boost Your Cognitive Health (And 2 Things You Should Absolutely Stop Doing!)

Signs of High Cholesterol | Four Tips for Managing at Home

Signs of High Cholesterol | Four Tips for Managing at Home Many people are acquainted with the term high cholesterol, but they’re often unaware of what cholesterol actually is. Cholesterol is a waxy, fatty substance found in your blood. It can build up for various reasons, such as your diet Read more ...

By |March 30, 2023|Categories: Acupuncture, Blog, Edmonton, Functional Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Prevention, Wellness|Comments Off on Signs of High Cholesterol | Four Tips for Managing at Home

Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Immunity with Dr. Tammy Lalonde

As we head through the autumn months into winter, more people will gather indoors, so now is the time to focus on boosting your immunity! But you’re probably wondering, “How can I boost my immune system quickly?” Or, more importantly, how can you boost your immune system naturally? To help Read more ...

By |October 15, 2022|Categories: Blog, Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Prevention, Wellness|Comments Off on Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Immunity with Dr. Tammy Lalonde

How to Treat a Digestive Concern with Holistic Disciplines

Whenever you digest food, it passes through a system of interconnected organs beginning with the gastrointestinal tract (GI) - a long tube inside of your body. Other key organs involved in digestion include the pharynx, stomach, small intestines, and large intestines. Along the way there are many factors that can Read more ...

By |November 15, 2021|Categories: Blog, Functional Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, Prevention|Comments Off on How to Treat a Digestive Concern with Holistic Disciplines

Simple solutions for anxiety and insomnia. How wellness and Traditional Chinese medicine can help!

To say that this year has been an emotional roller coaster ride would be an understatement. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed nearly every aspect of the way we live our lives, and for many people this has led to an increase in stress-related ailments like anxiety and insomnia. The good Read more ...

By |November 16, 2020|Categories: Acupuncture, Blog, Chinese Medicine, COVID-19, Functional Medicine, Massage, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Reiki, Sleep, Stress, Wellness|Comments Off on Simple solutions for anxiety and insomnia. How wellness and Traditional Chinese medicine can help!

Holistic Approaches to Fibromyalgia: TCM, Naturopathy, Nutrition

Understanding Fibromyalgia What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a complex condition characterized by widespread body aches and pains, sleep disorders, constant fatigue, memory problems, and mood issues. Although researchers have made significant advances in understanding fibromyalgia, the exact causes remain elusive. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies what should be tolerable Read more ...

By |October 28, 2020|Categories: Acupuncture, Blog, Chinese Medicine, Fibromyalgia, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Wellness|Comments Off on Holistic Approaches to Fibromyalgia: TCM, Naturopathy, Nutrition

Is Functional Medicine the Key to Stress Management?

No one is free from the stresses that life brings. The differences come in the amount of stress that each person is under and the way they handle it. Long-term stress with no healthy way of dealing with it has surprisingly ill effects on your physical health. Here are some Read more ...

By |March 2, 2017|Categories: Blog, Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Mental Wellness, Stress|Comments Off on Is Functional Medicine the Key to Stress Management?

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