Shin-Di Lai Acupuncture

World Cancer Day is an important day to raise awareness about cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. It a powerful reminder that those hit by cancer are not alone. Ways Acupuncture Can Help in Cancer Care Reduced nausea, vomiting, and fatigue associated with chemotherapy ... Pain relief from neuropathy, incisions, tumors, or chronic issues Acupuncture can also help restore appetite and regulate patterns of elimination. Assist in stress management " See more

Let’s talk about the Sunshine Vitamin or Vitamin D! Vitamin D might just be the most important vitamin for your health. Low Vitamin D levels can affect immunity, energy levels, mood, digesting, muscle and bone health, and even fertility. We all know that we can get vitamin D from being outside in the sun; however, there's more to the story. The synthesis of vitamin D requires the harmony of your organs. Especially, the paired TCM organ systems of the Liver a...nd Kidneys. Also, not all sunlight is equal. The recommendation of how much sunlight you need is dependent on the time of year in addition to where you are on the planet and what color is your skin. So, not only do you need to be getting adequate sun exposure, but it takes a team effort from the liver and kidneys to transform it into active D3. That is why for some people, even spending time outdoors isn’t a guarantee of having adequate serum levels of active vitamin D3. In ancient times, the Chinese healers didn't call it vitamin D, rather they recognized it as a type of Qi called "Yang Qi". Many of the vitamin D deficiency symptoms listed within the modern medical literature are examples of Qi deficiency in specific organ symptoms. If your blood serum comes back as low, there are three ways this can go: You are unable to get enough sun and are showing Qi deficiency symptoms, however, your internal organ systems are healthy. It's appropriate to see if a vitamin D regime is enough to get things straightened out. You are getting the right amount of sunlight but your organs are struggling to synthesize it. There's no need to supplement vitamin D, rather the answer lies in using acupuncture and herbs to get both the kidneys and liver back in shape. You supplement with high levels of vitamin D, but the blood serum numbers are not rising. This is a clear indication that Chinese medical therapy (herbs/acupuncture/moxa) and vitamin D supplementation is needed. It most likely means the GI tract is unable to absorb the supplements and you will need diet therapy as well to get the gut healthy. See more

Throughout the ages, humans have enjoyed fennel as a food, a spice, a flavoring, a medicinal herb. It’s the perfect herb for both your pantry (all parts of the plant) and herbal medicine cabinet (seeds and oil.) Fennel and fennel seeds provide important nutrients, such as vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. All parts of the fennel plant are rich in powerful antioxidants like chlorogenic acid, limonene, and quercetin all of which may benefit health. ...Fennel seed is well known as an effective aid to digestion. It is highly beneficial to reduce digestive cramping, gas and bloating. Drinking fennel tea, regularly helps flush out excess fluids as it works as a diuretic. In addition, fennel seed helps remove toxins and reduces the risk of urinary tract problems. Fennel has strong estrogenic properties, meaning that it acts similarly to the hormone estrogen. While this may help relieve menopausal symptoms, it may be unsafe for pregnant women. Nursing mothers can drink fennel seed tea to naturally increase milk flow. Additionally, mothers who consume fennel seed tea while nursing can ease a baby's digestion and soothe a colicky baby.

Acupuncture is effective for alleviating lumbar disc herniation pain and improves mobility. Researchers conclude that patients receiving acupuncture in an integrated treatment regimen have superior patient outcomes compared with patients solely receiving massage therapy or medications. https://www.healthcmi.com//2075-acupuncture-low-back-disc-

What do the Christmas tree and the acupuncturist have in common? They both have needles!

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You don’t have to have health issues to get an acupuncture treatment. One of acupuncture’s strengths is its ability to PREVENT things from going wrong. As preventative medicine, acupuncture boosts the immune system, promotes healthy circulation, aids in organ and cell detoxification, decreases inflammation, and helps your body respond to stress in a healthy way.

Proponents of TCM believe that qi, or lifeforce energy, flows through 12 meridians in the body. If this qi gets blocked, it can lead to health issues. It’s thought that the gallbladder meridian plays a role in your judgment ability, decision making, digestion, and your muscle and connective tissue health.

Tomorrow is the Winter Solstice when the night is longest and the day is shortest in the northern hemisphere. This year it falls on December 21. In China the Winter Solstice associated with the Dongzhi Festival. It is a traditional holiday that has a long history and certain customs. People believed that when the days were short, there was insufficient Yang energy, and they tried to eat high Yang foods. Traditions and customs for the day vary in different areas of China. In the northern part of China, people usually eat dumplings, wonton, and mutton to celebrate the day. In the southern part, tangyuan and noodles are the festival food.

The holidays are a wonderful time to enjoy being around loved ones! However, the hustle and bustle leading up to the holidays can also result in stress, lowered immunity, and illness. Often we feel burnt out after it all, feeling like we need a holiday to recover from the holidays! Not to mention, we’re currently in a pandemic. What are some ways to stay healthy and decrease stress? Here are some TCM tips to help get you through this festive season and go into 2021 re...charged: Take naps when you can, preferable between 1-3. Since many of you are working from home, maybe you can get a midday recharge session Go outside for a walk when safe, socially distant, and with a mask. Being in nature can be grounding and calming. Remember to take your supplements: B complex, Vitamin C, D, Fish oil or omega's, and Zinc Eat warmed cooked foods: soups, stews, roasted veggies, oven-roasted meals, etc. Winter colors are also blue and black, so having some berries, black rice, and black sesame are good to add-in Warming herbs for the winter: cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, black pepper, garlic, and cayenne Rest and recharge with some alone time Limit the alcohol and coffee Schedule your Acupuncture session to help strengthen your immune system, balance out the emotions, de-stress, and relax. There are wonderful herbal formulas that can help alone or in addition to Acupuncture sessions. Remember to make yourself a priority! See more