Gina Tarara, L.Ac. - Acupuncture, Herbs, Massage

04/16/2013

This is one of my favorites! Here's a compilation of the most important things we can all do, every day, to be healthier, happier people. Love it!
http://acutakehealth.com/acupuncturists-spill-the-12-health-tips-they-wish-everyone-would-remember

By Sara Calabro Acupuncturists do more than just poke people with needles. They use non-needling techniques, such as moxibustion and cupping, and some prescribe herbs. They also offer advice—acupun...

01/04/2013

"Gluten free is the newest fad diet," said a friend of mine as I searched the restaurant menu for gluten free substitutes. Yes, I guess it is, but perhaps it's just that many of us are finally realizing how much better we feel off gluten. A gluten free diet may not drop the pounds for you, but removing it can take away fatigue, depression, headaches and abdominal discomfort, all which may hinder you from getting out there and doing the things that make you leaner. So yes, my friend, gluten free may be the newest fad diet, but I'm all about it. And here is a link to help you understand what gluten is, what it does to your body, and what to do (and eat) if you think you, too, have a gluten intolerance.
http://www.themedifastplan.com/feature-articles/the-gluten-free-diet/

Before beginning an investigation into what is meant by a gluten free diet, the question must be asked, “What is gluten?”

12/21/2012

Wondering why certain foods make you feel all calm and pleasant? Curious why tryptophan in turkey makes you sleepy but also happy? Here's a list of 30 foods to help your body de-stress and feel its best.
http://www.ivillage.com/stress-no-more-try-these-30-calming-foods/4-b-456335?nlcid=dt%7C12-21-2012%7C

Next time you’re agitated, skip the chocolate and simmer down with these naturally calming foods.

12/18/2012

Are you sick of being sick? Is your face still hurting from a cold that has lingered on too long? Here are a few tips on how to make those nostrils breathe again...
http://acutakehealth.com/post-nasal-drip?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=post-nasal-drip

11/28/2012

So mother nature hasn't hit us with much snow this winter, but I doubt she'll hold off for much longer. Besides buying new winter boots and snow tires, here's something to consider when shoveling takes its inevitable toll on your low back. Or the winter chill worsens your arthritis...
http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/news/story/2012/09/10/study-placebo-or-not-acupuncture-helps-with-pain/57735412/1

Researchers concluded that the needle remedy worked better than usual pain treatment.

11/19/2012

For those of you who aren't looking forward to a relaxing family get together this holiday season, here are some great tips for reducing stress and anxiety (even as they're rearing their ugly head). The 4 7 8 breathing technique works really well, I've tested it thoroughly...
Hope everyone has a wonderful, stress-free Thanksgiving!

http://www.smallfootprintfamily.com/4-7-8-breathing-stress-relief-techniques -7623