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03/12/2026

Health isn’t punishment, it’s physiology.

We’ve been taught that change takes time. That healing is slow. But the truth is, your biology responds to every choice you make almost instantly. You are one walk, one meal, one deep breath away from shifting the entire chemistry of your body.

A single nutrient-dense meal can begin to reprogram your gene expression, flipping on the genes that promote healing and turning off the ones that drive inflammation and disease.

Go for a walk, and you boost levels of BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), a compound that helps your brain grow, adapt, and protect itself against aging.

Take a few deep, slow breaths and your vagus nerve kicks in, activating your parasympathetic nervous system, lowering cortisol, and shifting you out of stress mode and into repair mode.

These aren’t abstract ideas. They’re real-time biological events. And they add up.

Everything you’re exposed to over the course of your life, from diet to stress to toxins shapes your health more than your genes ever will. That means you’re not at the mercy of your DNA.

You are the CEO of your own health.

03/12/2026

Good news from Los Angeles County Public Health.

For the first time since tracking began, deaths among people experiencing homelessness declined in 2024. This marks an encouraging step forward and highlights the impact of ongoing public health and community efforts.

We took a closer look at the report and created charts that break down:

• Leading causes of death
• Changes in mortality by cause
• Long-term trends in homelessness mortality

Take a look at the findings and visuals here:
https://csjacupuncture.com/2026/la-county-homeless-mortality-rate-decreases

LA County’s homeless mortality rate declined for the first time in 2024, though overdose, traffic injury, and su***de risks remain alarmingly high.

03/11/2026

Are you curious about growing your own natural remedies at home, even if you’ve never gardened before? 🌱 🌱 🌱

Our latest article explains why the Medicinal Garden Kit could be a game changer for everyday wellness. Learn how to grow medicinal herbs, make simple teas and salves, and reconnect with nature for better health.

Read more and get your kit here:

Grow your own medicinal herbs and learn how to make simple remedies at home with the Medicinal Garden Kit, an easy, beginner-friendly herbal seed system.

03/08/2026

Genetics plays a key role in personalized medicine, where treatments and medications are tailored based on an individual's genetic makeup. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatments are based on a person's specific health condition, lifestyle, and environment.

Unveiling the synergy of genetics and TCM in personal health, blending modern science with ancient wisdom for holistic care.

03/06/2026

Standing in these positions builds strength while promoting relaxation. The beauty of Qigong exercises is that you use strength while relaxing, and you relax while using strength. This unique balance enhances both physical and mental well-being.

What is Qigong? Learn about the benefits for health and wellness. Learn how this ancient practice improves overall well-being.

03/05/2026

You're doing your usual routine, either dropping off the last delivery or writing the last page to your most important novel, but gradually you've experienced some numbness and tingling which has now become worse. You go get checked out and find out that you have carpal tunnel syndrome.

Do you know what Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is? Are there any benefits by using acupuncture? What are the treatments for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

03/04/2026

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Stupid Pain. Stupid Inflammation. What is Inflammation? The Physiology Of Inflammation (What's going on?)Inflammation and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture and Inflammation Multi-Modality Response.


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Do you know what inflammation is? Learn about the inflammatory response and how acupuncture can help to

03/04/2026

Time management is essential in today’s fast-paced lifestyle. The less time you spend on tedious tasks, the more time you have to actually enjoy life.

Before I developed this routine, making a salad regularly felt more complicated than it should be. It either seemed too tedious, too time consuming, or I found myself procrastinating simply because I didn’t know what ingredients to use.

The intention to eat healthier was always there. What I needed was a simple first step and a repeatable system.

I mean, how hard is it to make a salad… one would think?

Want to incorporate more greens into your diet? How to make a delicious salad in 10 minutes or less.

02/25/2026

Diverticulosis occurs when the wall of the large intestines become weak and begin to protrude sac-like pouches into the intestines.

Diverticulosis affects over half of individuals over 60. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese medicine along with a good high fiber diet may help.

02/25/2026

The Five elements theory was formed in China around 221 B.C.,which was known in China as the Zhou Dynasty, right before the Shang Dynasty (1600 BC–1046 BC) and the Qin Dynasty (221BC).

Learn about the Five Elements theory in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and how it plays a role in understand overall health. The best in TCM and BioHealth.

01/06/2026

Following recent national headlines about potential changes to childhood vaccine recommendations, Los Angeles County health officials have issued a clear clarification: there are no changes to immunization schedules or vaccine availability for residents of Los Angeles County at this time.

Los Angeles County confirms no changes to childhood vaccine schedules or availability, reaffirming evidence-based California immunization guidelines.

12/09/2025

One of the most recognized points in auricular acupuncture is Shenmen, often referred to as the "Spirit Gate."

This point is highly regarded within the acupuncture community for its ability to calm the mind, alleviate stress, and regulate emotions.

Explore more insights like this inside our growing Acupuncture Knowledge Base.

Shenmen ear acupoint in auricular acupuncture. Location, benefits, and role in pain relief, stress reduction, and autonomic balance.