Gloyeske Acupuncture Pointe

12/10/2025

Plyometrics! This type of training involves short, intense bursts of activity that target fast-twitch muscle fibers in the lower body. These fibers help generate explosive power that increases speed and jumping height. There are many types of plyometric exercise. This is just one (Bulgarian Split Squat Plyo).

* Increased Power & Strength: Develops explosive force for activities like jumping, throwing, and sprinting.

* Enhanced Speed & Agility: Improves quickness, nimbleness, and the ability to rapidly change direction.

* Better Coordination & Balance: Trains your nervous system for smoother, more automatic movements and greater stability.

* Improved Bone Health: Helps maintain or increase bone density, which is crucial as you age.

* Injury Prevention: Increases muscle and joint stability, potentially lowering the risk of certain injuries.

* Efficient Training: Delivers significant fitness gains in less time by focusing on muscle power and efficiency.

* Functional Fitness: Translates to better performance in sports and daily activities, from lifting to running.

04/14/2025

Movement is medicine.

05/10/2024

Creatine is a powerful amino acid that has long been associated with physical performance, but recent research suggests that creatine’s benefits go beyond increased muscle and faster recovery. It may improve cognitive performance, as well. Every day a small amount of creatine is naturally produced by your kidneys, liver, and pancreas, and it’s put to work in your muscles and brain. Studies suggest that supplemental creatine may help:

- Improve cognitive performance and overall brain health
- Create new nerve cells and protect existing nerve cells
- Increase muscle strength and endurance
- Boost energy levels and lower recovery time
- Decrease risk of injury from physical activity

For these reasons and more, creatine seems like a nice addition to anyone’s daily nutrition.

03/16/2024

One of my patients requested that I bring back the quotes! Here’s one. Stay disciplined! Stay healthy!

02/02/2024

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01/11/2024

The reishi mushroom’s reputation as a health booster date back as far as 2,400 years, and depictions of it frequently appear in ancient Chinese and Japanese artwork. However, the mushroom has likely been in use as a medicinal herb for over 4,000 years across the Eastern hemisphere, including both Korean and Indian cultures (1). Ancient, and current, practitioners called reishi “the mushroom of immortality” to describe the all-encompassing health support that this mushroom reishi could provide (2).

It is one of the world’s most popular adaptogens because it helps the body and mind adapt fluidly to health stressors and maintain allostasis. Allostatis is the process of maintaining homeostasis through the adaptive change of the body’s internal environment to meet existing and anticipated demands (3).

Reishi mushroom benefits for supporting general relaxation are also being investigated. Recent research shows that reishi has a calming quality that can help support a positive mood (4,3).

A systematic review of five well-designed studies in humans yielded similar results, finding that reishi significantly increased levels of T cells, while slightly raising levels of leukocytes (another type of white blood cell) (5). The researchers concluded that reishi stimulates host immunity, is well-tolerated, and has no observed toxic effects. Studies have also shown that reishi can modulate and enhance immune cells like natural killer cells in those with a chronic disease (6,7).

What are Beta-Glucans?

Scientists attribute the reishi mushroom benefits of immune system support and modulation to its stores of beta-glucans. Beta-glucans are special polysaccharides that stimulate immune system function (8). Importantly, beta-glucans are found in the highest concentrations in the mushrooms (fruiting bodies), which is what Real Mushrooms’ products are made from — not the mycelium, which is what is typically used in other so-called mushroom supplements.

If you’re interested, I am now a provider of Real Mushrooms. I’ll be carrying Reishi Mushroom capsules at the office for the price of $30 for 60 capsules.

In Health,

Adam Gloyeske

1. Wasser, Solomon P., 2005. Reishi or Ling Zhi (Ganoderma lucidum). Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. DOI: 10.1081/E-EDS-120022119.�16. Kanmatsuse, K., Kajiwara, N., Hayashi, K., Shimogaichi, S., Fukinbara, I., Ishikawa, H., & Tamura, T. (1985). Yakugaku zasshi : Journal of the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan, 105(10), 942–947. https://doi.org/10.1248/yakushi1947.105.10_942
2. Loyd, A. L. et al. (2018) ‘Identifying the “mushroom of immortality”: assessing the ganoderma species composition in commercial reishi products’, Frontiers in Microbiology, 9, p. 1557. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2018.01557.
3. Zhao, S., Rong, C., Gao, Y. et al. Antidepressant-like effect of Ganoderma lucidum spore polysaccharide-peptide mediated by upregulation of prefrontal cortex brain-derived neurotrophic factor. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol 105, 8675–8688 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00253-021-11634-y
4. Cui X, Zhang Y. 2019. ‘Neuropharmacological effect and clinical applications of Ganoderma (Lingzhi)’, Advances in Experimental Biology, 1182, p. 143-157. doi: 10.1007/978-981-32-9421-9_5.
5. Jin, X., Ruiz Beguerie, J., Sze, D. M., & Chan, G. C. (2012). Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment. The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, (6), CD007731.
6. Gao, Y., Zhou, S., Jiang, W., Huang, M., & Dai, X. (2003). Effects of ganopoly (a Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharide extract) on the immune functions in advanced-stage cancer patients. Immunological investigations, 32(3), 201–215. https://doi.org/10.1081/imm-120022979
7. Del Cornò, M., Gessani, S., & Conti, L. (2020). Shaping the Innate Immune Response by Dietary Glucans: Any Role in the Control of Cancer?. Cancers, 12(1), 155. https://doi.org/10.3390/cancers12010155
8. https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/reishi-mushroom

12/31/2023

12/25/2023

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas!

12/04/2023

Caffeine (50-300mg) Benefits:

1. You could live longer. Recent studies found that coffee drinkers are less likely to die from some of the leading causes of death in women: coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and kidney disease.

2. Your body may process glucose (or sugar) better. That’s the theory behind studies that found that people who drink more coffee are less likely to get type 2 diabetes.

3. You're less likely to develop heart failure.�Drinking one to two cups of coffee a day may help ward off heart failure, when a weakened heart has difficulty pumping enough blood to the body.

4. You are less likely to develop Parkinson's disease. Caffeine is not only linked to a lower chance of developing Parkinson’s disease, but it may also help those with the condition better control their movements.

5. Your liver will thank you. Both regular and decaf coffee seem to have a protective effect on your liver. Research shows that coffee drinkers are more likely to have liver enzyme levels within a healthy range than people who don’t drink coffee.

6. Your DNA will be stronger. Dark roast coffee decreases breakage in DNA strands, which occur naturally but can lead to cancer or tumors if not repaired by your cells.

7. Your odds of getting colon cancer will go way down. One in 23 women develop colon cancer. But researchers found that coffee drinkers — decaf or regular — were 26 percent less likely to develop colorectal cancer.

8. You may decrease your risk of getting Alzheimer's disease. Almost two-thirds of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease are women. But the caffeine in two cups of coffee may provide significant protection against developing the condition. In fact, researchers found that women age 65 and older who drank two to three cups of coffee a day were less likely to develop dementia in general.

9. You're not as likely to suffer a stroke. For women, drinking at least one cup of coffee a day is associated with lowered stroke risk, which is the fourth leading cause of death in women.

11/27/2023

This is the first long-term (18 months) double-blind, placebo controlled trial of a bioavailable form of curcumin (Theracurmin® containing 90 mg of curcumin twice daily) in non-demented adults.

The study found that daily oral Theracurmin led to significant memory and attention benefits.

-FDDNP-PET scans performed pre- and post-treatment suggested that behavioral and cognitive benefits are associated with decreases in plaque and tangle accumulation in brain regions modulating mood and memory.

-Curcumin's cognitive benefits may stem from its anti-inflammatory and/or anti-amyloid brain effects.

11/15/2023

While many people turn to acupuncture for pain relief, it can offer other surprising benefits beyond pain management.

Reduce Stress:

Acupuncture causes your body to release endorphins, natural mood elevators, and pain relievers. Additionally, acupuncture helps regulate your body's stress response by calming your sympathetic nervous system, leading to an overall sense of relaxation and emotional balance.

Improve sleep:

About a third of all Americans struggle with sleeplessness. In the same way, acupuncture can reduce stress by calming your sympathetic nervous system, also called the flight-or-fight response, it can help relax your body and prepare it for sleep.

One study found that those who received acupuncture experienced significantly reduced anxiety and improved sleep quality compared to people who didn't receive acupuncture. Best of all, it's a natural and non-invasive way to address sleep issues without the need for medication.

Ease migraine severity:

As a pain reliever, acupuncture helps alleviate headache pain. But, for those who experience migraines, which are severe headaches that can last for hours or even days, acupuncture can not only help relieve your pain, but it may also reduce the frequency of your migraine attacks.

A systematic review of 22 clinical trials found that acupuncture helped the majority of study participants reduce migraines by 50%.

Boost immune system:

By stimulating your body's natural defense mechanisms, acupuncture can support anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious responses. These response mechanisms help prevent illness and reduce the severity and duration of colds and other infections. This immune-boosting effect makes acupuncture invaluable during this flu and cold season.

Restore digestive balance:

Whether you suffer from chronic indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or acid reflux, acupuncture can help regulate your gastrointestinal function.

By targeting specific points, acupuncture can alleviate symptoms and restore balance to your digestive system. Many patients experience relief from bloating, constipation, and other digestive discomforts through regular acupuncture treatments.