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Ways to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder

Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD, is really a form of depression that affects people worldwide.  It is most commonly experienced during the winter months.  The symptoms of SAD include depression, hypersomnia, lethargy, difficulty concentrating, overeating, negative thoughts and…

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Tongue Diagnosis Basics

In East Asian Medicine, tongue analysis is an important and significantly useful tool when determining a diagnosis. By observing the many aspects of a patient’s tongue, practitioners are able to monitor and assess progression of treatment and severity of disease in…

0Comments January 16, 2023 by Kim Filkins
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How Acupuncture Works

Many people who come in for acupuncture, rarely understand exactly how it works and they may have lots of questions.  That’s ok.  That’s also why an acupuncture degree is a four year Masters program.  The way conventional medicine looks at…

0Comments January 9, 2023 by Kim Filkins
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Detoxing After the Holidays

Oh the holidays!  You either love them or hate them.  There is rarely any grey area.  But one thing is almost certain, everybody feels sluggish after the holidays are over.  Thanks to all the cookies and milk, cakes, candy, etc. …

0Comments January 2, 2023 by Kim Filkins
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Acupuncture for Motivation in the New Year

As 2023 approaches, many people will be making New Year’s resolutions.  It may be to lose a few extra pounds, live a healthier lifestyle, manage your finances better, be more mindful, going to bed earlier, work less or even spend…

0Comments December 26, 2022 by Kim Filkins
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Welcome Winter

The winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year and the longest night of the year.  The true yin nature of the year begins and we have to adapt and adjust until the longer, warmer days of spring and…

0Comments December 19, 2022 by Kim Filkins
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Your Holiday Survival Guide

Most people call this the most wonderful time of the year.  But for many, it’s also one of the most stressful times of the year.  It certainly doesn’t have to be that way though.  Make the season more enjoyable by stopping stress in…

0Comments December 12, 2022 by Kim Filkins
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Baked Pears for Lung Health

With the holiday season in full swing, get togethers commencing and traveling taking place, the chances of getting sick can increase.  So now is a good time to improve your overall lung health. As last week’s post recommended, there are…

0Comments December 5, 2022 by Kim Filkins
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Lung Health for Fall & Winter

As we head into what has been dubbed “cold and flu season”, it is important to remember that while catching a cold or the flu is possible, it doesn’t have to be probable. The lungs control breathing and taking in…

0Comments November 28, 2022 by Kim Filkins
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Hello Thanksgiving and Hello Food Stagnation!

For those who celebrate Thanksgiving, you know what’s in store later this week; a whole lotta food.  Which is great! It’s a time to celebrate the abundance of fall, spend time with family, watch some football and whatever else you…

0Comments November 21, 2022 by Kim Filkins
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