Health + Care

Acupuncture for injuries

Acupuncture has a long history of treating both chronic and acute pain. By decreasing inflammation, minimizing swelling, increasing circulation, it accelerates the healing process and decreases pain. 

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Social-ecological model of health

Health is not individual. Within medicine (and the wellness industry), we see a lot of focus on individuals: making healthy choices, adjusting one’s own lifestyle, taking time for self-care, etc.

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Anxiety as a superpower

Unsurprisingly, the number of patients at the clinic reporting anxiety has skyrocketed in the past few months. Acupuncture, Reiki, cupping, & herbal medicine can help with the physical symptoms of

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Stress Addiction

In addition to releasing adrenaline and norepinephrine in the body, stress also releases dopamine — a neurotransmitter that tells us we’re feeling good & this behavior is worth repeating. We

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Springtime Health

In springtime we think about growth, creativity, vision, movement, & expression. We most often visualize the wood element of springtime as green sprouts pushing upwards or branches reaching toward the

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Functional Medicine with Dr. Tulia Rubero

If you’re looking to have someone manage your healthcare needs & provide detailed, individualized insights & recommendations for your care, Functional Medicine is a good fit. Dr. Tulia brings incredible

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Low Back Health

A few tips for low back health: Sitting, walking, standing, and generally being an upright human being compress the lumbar spine. At the end of the day (or after sitting/walking),

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Hydration Notes

Do drink plenty of water of course, BUT Is it going right through you? Electrolytes help direct water to cells and maintain fluid balance. Most fruits & vegetables contain electrolytes,

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Hormonal balancing and East Asian Medicine

Traditional East Asian Medicine views the reproductive system as a network of energy systems that includes the organs, hormones, and blood. This energy network responds to environment, exercise, diet, sleep,

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