Author: Eric Schmidt, LAc

Eric Schmidt, L.Ac, Dipl. O.M. is the founder of Meridian Health Clinic. He has both California (L.Ac.) and National (Dipl. O.M.) Acupuncture Board Certifications.

  • Dry Needling in California

    Dry Needling is an therapeutic technique that was developed by Dr Janet Travell and recently popularized by Acupuncturists and Physical Therapists in Australia, Canada and the US. In California, only…

  • Cupping Therapy – Questions and Answers

    Cupping Therapy is an increasingly popular treatment that can have big benefits for muscle pain and tension. Eric Schmidt, LAc was recently interviewed by a major Los Angeles publication on…

  • Choosing Quality Food in the Modern Age

    Shopping can be so difficult these days. We are told to look for labels like organic, local, grass-fed, gluten-free, extra virgin, free-range, wild-caught and free-trade. Between all of those demands,…

  • Benefits of Taking Bacillus species Probiotics

    Current research shows that probiotics can benefit digestion in a variety of different ways.  They can improve nutrient absorption, reduce bloating, stop acid reflux and be targeted to almost any…

  • Digestive Problems (including IBS) may be caused by Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)

    Most people know that acute digestive problems (like food poisoning) can be caused by “bad bacteria”.  However, what many people don’t know is that chronic digestive symptoms can also be…

  • Finding High Quality Vitamins & Supplements

    Selecting a good quality supplements can be confusing. With so many brands and so many choices… where to start? This post will cover the basics to look for in a…

  • Trigger Point Dry-Needling for Body Pain

    In many cases, body pain is due to shortened muscles. When muscles are overused or overstressed they can develop areas of tension called trigger points. A trigger point may be…

  • Sleep and Insomnia – Natural Foods and Supplements

    If you are having difficulty getting good quality sleep, you are not alone in your search for rest. A variety of surveys report on average 10% of the American population…

  • How Acupuncture Works – The Science Explained

    The scientific basis of Acupuncture is now well understood. Let’s move on from esoteric discussions of “qi” and “meridians” as they relates to acupuncture. A short summary of the science is…

  • Healthy Hair with Foods and Supplements – Women’s Hair Loss

    Perhaps there’s good reason women care so much about their hair. Quite simply, good looking hair is a reflection of good internal health. A full head of healthy hair indicates that the…

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