Mary Pat Finley, Acupuncturist

09/12/2023

https://www.npr.org/2023/09/09/1196977570/5-ways-to-eat-more-mindfully

As Chinese Medicine practitioners we always encourage slow eating and eating while at rest and not while under stress.

Eating more deliberately can help you make better choices about nourishing your body, says Lilian Cheung, a mindful eating lecturer at Harvard. She shares how to enjoy meals while paying attention.

04/08/2023

New research is showing that the regular use of osmotic laxatives could contribute to dementia. Bulk enhancing fiber is always the best first approach in managing constipation.

Researchers say regular use of laxatives, especially osmotic laxatives, may potentially increase a person's risk of dementia by more than 50%

04/04/2023

Wet Cupping has its origins far back in traditional Chinese Medicine history. Studies are now showing that it is an effective way to treat migraines.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of blood-letting with wet cupping therapy (WCT) in migraine treatment and to determine whether there was any difference according to the phase of the moon when the treatment was applied.This self-controlled ...

03/29/2023

Always looking for the restroom? Acupuncture can help with overactive bladder.

Analyzing the efficacy of acupuncture and its related mechanisms and provide a preliminary therapeutic regimen as treatment for overactive bladder.

03/17/2023

Happy St Patrick’s Day!

03/14/2023

https://nationaltoday.com/national-endometriosis-awareness-month/

March is endometriosis awareness month. If you suffer from painful periods acupuncture can ease this discomfort.

This National Endometriosis Awareness Month, we fight the taboos of women’s health and come together to support and understand female wellness.

03/06/2023

https://downshiftology.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/

Achey Joints? Try a tasty turmeric tea for an anti-inflammatory boost!

Turmeric tea is a warm and soothing blend of ground turmeric, lemon juice, and honey. Similar to golden milk, it's great for the immune system.

02/28/2023

https://www.thetot.com/mama/10-best-fertility-boosting-foods/

These foods are general fertility tonics for most women. A visit with your acupuncturist😊can fine tune which foods are especially useful for you.

According to Chinese medicine, food is one of the most powerful healing agents available to us. Food can enhance our body’s ability to function at optimal levels, or it can inhibit our body’s organ systems, including our reproductive system.

12/22/2022

Happy Solstice!

07/21/2022

Got tension headaches? I've got a needle for that!

Does acupuncture work for tension headaches? Here's everything you need to know, from the research to how long it takes to feel relief.

07/12/2022

Gua Sha has been utilized by acupuncturists for many years. Facial rejuvenation and muscle spasm are two of the most common reasons it is brought into treatment.

What Is Gua Sha And Can It Help You?

04/02/2022

Acupuncture helps with endometriosis pain for women dealing with this sometimes debilitating condition.

There’s promising science behind how acupuncture works and why it may be helpful for you.