Integrative Health

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Craniosacral Therapy May Help with Post-Election Stress

By Bug / March 28, 2017 / Comments Off on Craniosacral Therapy May Help with Post-Election Stress

If you are experiencing a heightened sense of unease and anxiety as a result of the the current political climate, you are not alone. Many of our patients are reporting symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, and mild depression directly related to post-election stress. Here are some suggestions from experts in the field of psychology to…

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What is a Nurse Practitioner

By Bug / January 6, 2015 / Comments Off on What is a Nurse Practitioner

A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides comprehensive and focused care, including diagnostics and prescriptions, to patients of all ages. The first nurse practitioners received their education at the University of Colorado in 1965.  Soon, similar programs spread across the country.  There are currently 325 colleges and universities offering training…

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Why Choose a Nurse Practitioner for Primary Care?

By Bug / January 6, 2015 / Comments Off on Why Choose a Nurse Practitioner for Primary Care?

Nurse practitioners (NP) bring a comprehensive perspective to health care making them the health partner of choice for millions of Americans.  They offer the attractive blend of clinical expertise coupled with an emphasis on disease prevention and health management. As a primary care provider, a nurse practitioner can assess patients, order and interpret diagnostic tests,…

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What is Craniosacral Therapy?

By Bug / November 14, 2014 / Comments Off on What is Craniosacral Therapy?

By Carrie Forman, NCMBTB, CST You are probably well-acquainted with massage therapy but may not be as familiar with CranioSacral Therapy (CST). CranioSacrial Therapy is a type of body work that relieves pain and tension via gentle manipulations of the skull. The craniosacral system is comprised of the membranes and fluid that surround, protect and…

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A Meditation to Improve Balance

By Bug / October 21, 2014 / Comments Off on A Meditation to Improve Balance

Have you ever noticed a bruise on your body and wondered how it got there? Chances are you absentmindedly bumped into a desk or table. It can be easy to be in your head so much that you wind up disconnected from you body. You will be guided to direct your attention from your feet…

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3 Exercises for Building Better Balance

By Bug / October 21, 2014 / Comments Off on 3 Exercises for Building Better Balance

A 2013 study published in the British Medical Journal, by Dr. James Katz, determined that those who incorporate balance exercises into their daily routine reduced their risk of injury from a fall by 37 percent and had a 61 percent lower risk of incurring a broken bone – as compared to those who didn’t practice…

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The Good-for-You Fast Food

By Bug / June 26, 2014 / Comments Off on The Good-for-You Fast Food

As a certified Health Coach, I often hear complaints like, “no matter how much sleep I get, I feel tired or foggy” and “I just don’t feel “right.” Many of the issues people come to me with are rooted in eating habits that hinder well-being.  Generally, this is not due to a lack of interest…

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Natural Insect Repellent Recipe

By Bug / May 15, 2014 / Comments Off on Natural Insect Repellent Recipe

Re-posted with permission from MyHolisticVillage Here’s a cost effective way to make natural insect repellents that really work! There are a number of essential oils that insects find distasteful or cause them to become confused.  You’re about to learn how to use that to your advantage. Since oil and water don’t mix, you’ll need to…

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Spring and the Wood Element

By Bug / April 4, 2014 / Comments Off on Spring and the Wood Element

By Margaret Ryding, M.Ac In Five Element acupuncture, each season is related to an element.   Spring is the time related to the Wood element. Each season brings about a new energy into the world.   Spring is a time of new birth and upward growth as buds begin to shoot up through the ground.  It is…

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