Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Naturally Lower Cholesterol

A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutirion fins that 2-5 tablespoons of flaxseed oil (for Omega 3 Fatty Acids) can be enough to drop cholesterol by an average of 7 points. In women, the average was 9 points.

Another way to be healthy? Regular acupuncture! Once your body is in balance again, a typical client only needs to come in about once every 4 weeks to maintain great health. More info at www. AcuSpaWellness.com

Info from O the Oprah Magazine, Nov 2009, pg. 120

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Another Reason to Avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS)

A study in Environmental Health showed that the sweetener high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) can contain mercury. Four plant in the United States use processing methods that introduce mercury into HFCS. Mercury can interfere with brain development and so is especially hazardous to children and pregnant women.

Craving for sweets are a symptom of imbalance in Chinese Medicine. Digestive disorders can be treated with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Learn more at www.AcuSpaWellness.com

Source: O the Oprah Magazine, Nov 2009, pg 122

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

PCOS & Weight

A study in Diabetologia showed that a gene associated with obesity may also be linked to PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Being overweight has always been correlated with higher likelihood of PCOS, but this is the first indication that possibly both are genetically linked.

PCOS and weight can both be addressed with acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. More information at www.AcuSpaWellness.com

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Calcium for Weight Loss?

A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition showed taht in a group of obese women, those that doubled their intake of calcium (600 mg to 12,00 mg) lost weight compared to control. They didn't modify calorie intake at all, and lose an average of 11 lbs. compared to the other group, which was not getting enough calcium. My favorite form of calcium is unsweetened, organic yogurt.

And of course, acupuncture and herbal medicine can also help with weight loss goals. More information at www. AcuSpaWellness.com