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Scientific Research on Acupuncture
The scientific evidence for acupuncture is growing at an incredible rate. As stated by the organization Evidence Based Acupuncture (EBA): “Research into acupuncture as a medical treatment has grown exponentially in…
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How to Digest Better – Why Stomach Acid is Good for You
If you take a walk down the isles of your local drug store, you will see a variety of medications to suppress stomach acid. The predominant message from the media…
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Chinese Medicine is Physical Medicine (Not Energy Medicine)
I must admit, when I first learned about this magical, invisible “Qi” I was intrigued and excited. And then I was told that this Qi travels throughout the human body…
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Ear Acupuncture for Weight Loss, Insomnia & Addiction Recovery
Ear acupuncture has a large body of scientific evidence backing its effectiveness [1][2]. This clinically proven treatment approach is an efficient method for treating a wide number of conditions including…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
Insurance
Yes! We help you make the most out of your insurance plan! For more information check out our page on insurance coverage. If you have coverage for acupuncture, we provide you with a superbill so you can get the maximum possible reimbursement.