Spring is a time of renewal, making it the perfect season to support your Liver health in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, the Liver governs the smooth flow of Qi, digestion, emotional balance, and detoxification. As nature awakens, your body craves cleansing foods, movement, and stress relief to keep Liver Qi flowing smoothly. Discover how acupuncture, herbal remedies, and mindful practices can help you align with spring’s energy, reduce tension, and enhance overall well-being. Learn more about seasonal wellness at Scottsdale Integrative Acupuncture.
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All this working from home taking a toll on your neck? This post is all about what causes neck strain, how to determine if you have neck strain, and how to get some relief.
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So often in my practice, my patients bring in a long list of the vitamins and supplements they are taking. When I ask why, most people admit they aren't exactly sure what each one does or why they are even taking it except they "heard somewhere that it was good to take." Supplements can be great - but they can also be not-so-great. In fact, some of the health problems you are experiencing right now can be attributed to your supplement routine. Here are the three supplements that can especially cause health havoc.
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The fight against acne is real. Here are my top 3 natural acne cures - these are powerful remedies in your fight against breakouts. Remember that most acne is caused by what's going on inside your body - so these 3 cures help to bring your body back into balance from the inside out. Check out my YouTube video HERE for more on this topic!
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Chicken skin, gooseflesh, goosebumps… call it what you will, Keratosis Pilaris (KP) is a skin condition that can cause a great deal of frustration and can be a big bummer if you plan to show off your upper arms or legs. The good news is there is a natural, safe, and effective way to get rid of KP once and for all.
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I used to be a botox addict. And it was amazing…until one day, it all went horribly wrong. Read more to find out the surprising reason why I gave up botox for good.
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Essential oils are everywhere, so how do you know that you're actually getting the real deal? Learn these expert tips to spot fake essential oil and find out whether your essential oil is an impostor. You’ll never worry about finding high-quality essential oils after reading this!
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Recently, I've had several inquiries about intermittent fasting. To help us all understand this idea better, I invited my friend and wellness colleague Melanie Hardy share her expertise on the subject. Melanie is a multi-talented powerhouse; certified nutritionist, published author, wellness coach, and lawyer! Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of intermittent fasting and how to incorporate it into your life.
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Ever feel like you haul around the contents of your bathroom sink in your gym bag? Yeah, me too (see my prior post about shoulder pain caused by gigantic gym and work bags). So, I started over. Like dumped out my entire gym back contents and only added in the essentials - which ended up being 5 things. Here is my easy cheat sheet of what you should always have stashed in your gym bag. It'll save you during those rough early mornings when you only have a minute to pull it together.
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