Finding reliable medical information online is as simple as bookmarking the suggestions in this article. These are trustworthy sites with information that you can “take to the bank.” You’ll also find an outline of the different levels of research so when you land on something promising you can quickly discern whether or not it’s a […]
Keep Moving!
Science has established we need to keep moving every day, and suggest that 150 minutes a week, or about 25 minutes a day, is the sweet spot for the general population. Interestingly, the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York recommends 30-60 minutes daily exercise for healthy people, and 30 minutes a day for cancer patients. Why is […]
Eu-Stress is Good Stress
Eu-stress is the opposite unwanted stress. Eu-stress is the positive form of stress that challenges us to reach beyond what we thought we were capable of. We think of stress as negative, and for sure our body’s reaction to most stress is a state of distress. But if something’s a negative might it have a positive aspect? Stress is a common […]
The Limbic System & the Possibility for Change
The limbic system is the area of our brain where learning, memory and emotion are first imprinted. Acupuncture has been shown through fMRIs to have a good affect on this area of the brain, which is ccommonly experienced as a feeling of calmness during and after a treatment session. Since most of us are operating […]
Shining a Spotlight on Lung Cancer During November’s Awareness Month
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. I was surprised to learn that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Since there are no tests for early detection, we should educate ourselves to know what signs and symptoms to look for. This article covers the basics to shine a spotlight on […]