Phytology Medica Integrative Nutrition & Acupuncture

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10/31/2022

Happy Halloween to all!

12/03/2021

During this special time of year of growth and service I am gifting my patients this book by Master Sha about forgiveness. (Generously donated by his student Dr. Malakoff)
Books are available for pick up Phytology Medica complimentary. Here is a link about Tao Caligraphy with Dr. Sha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aHNI0Arv40

Stay tuned for emotional release treatments in 2022! Blessings during this holiday season and LOVE to you all.........Dr. Lopes

08/29/2020

HOW do you get BETTER SLEEP? 😴⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Seven-8 hours will help your body repair itself and support your immune system.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Build a bedtime routine that prepares you for a good night's rest.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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➤ Meditate (just 5 mins. Will do)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
➤ Read or journal⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
➤ Take a bath or practice a skin-care routine⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
➤ Diffuse lavender essential oil or use a room spray⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
➤ Turn off screens at least 30 minutes before bed⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
➤ Set a Go To Bed alarm so you get enough sleep time in⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What's your favorite bed-time ritual?

08/27/2020

Fall has officially begun in the Chinese seasons. It runs 8/26 - 11/3. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Maybe this Fall feels different but we should live in harmony with the season to stay healthy.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The element is Metal. Metal is malleable and can be shaped into different things. Fall helps our bodies get in shape for the cold of Winter.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Help your body by keeping your neck warm with a scarf and eat the abundant Fall foods: root vegetables, squash, garlic, onions, pears, apples, nuts and seeds.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What do you like about Fall?

08/25/2020

Where there is no movement⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
there is pain.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Where there is movement⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
there is no pain.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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-Traditional Chinese Saying

08/22/2020

Strengthen your immune system by simply breathing through your nose. Might sound a little crazy but our noses are built to filter out particles and bacteria.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Also, the mucus (I know..gross) can activate the immune system when bacteria and viruses enter through the nose. This can stop illness in its tracks.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Be more aware of how you breathe throughout the day or when exercising. Try to breathe through your nose at least 80% of the day.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The nose knows! (couldn't resist)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Are you a nose breather or mouth breather while sleeping?

08/20/2020

Wherever the art of medicine is love, there is also a love of humanity. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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-Hippocrates

08/18/2020

Come visit us in-person or remotely by phone or Zoom.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Stay well and boost your immune system with:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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- Acupuncture⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
- Supplements⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
- Laser Therapy⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
- Biomodulator Therapy⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
- Thermography⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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See you soon!

08/15/2020

Kick up your feet! It's NATIONAL RELAXATION DAY. You know what to do...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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How are you relaxing today?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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08/13/2020

In Chinese medicine the Five Elements - fire, earth, metal, water, and wood - represent interactions and relationships that are meant to be kept in balance to live in harmony with nature.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Dr. Lopes has put together a Five Element Immune Guide to help support your immune system.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🔥 MEDITATION - creates a positive mental environment⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🥗 HEALTHY EATING - Mediterranean diet⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🏃 EXERCISE - move daily⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
😴 SLEEP - aim for 7-8 hours⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🎋 HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS - Vitamin C, Zinc and lemon water

08/11/2020

Eating healthy is a great way to support your immune system. The Mediterranean diet is a great place to start is recommend by Dr. Lopes.

THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

- Pasta and whole grains
- Fruits and veggies
- Fish and Shellfish
- Smaller portions of chicken and meat
- Olive oil
- Fresh herbs and spices

if you're just getting started TRY THIS cookbook: The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook by Serena Ball, RD

It's a way of eating not really a diet! What's your favorite Mediterranean dish or ingredient?