Eye Opening Article

Below is the link to a very eye opening article detailing the benefits of acupuncture!!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-jingduan-yang/acupuncture_b_3908855.html

Male Hormone Health

Guys, are you feeling moody, experiencing changes in your sexual function, tired or low on energy &/or is your body composition changing as you age? Well your hormones are changing, specifically your androgens (testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, DHEA & cortisol). Just like women (sorry but it's true) your hormones decrease as you age. Other symptoms you may experience as this happens are:
- decreased erectile function
- decreased mental ability
- insulin resistance
- loss of muscle strength
- loss of muscle mass
- less energy
- weight gain
- trouble urinating/incontinence
- prostate issues
- bone loss
This is common!! All the above hormones levels need to be in balance for your body's  endocrine & androgen systems to function optimally. If any of these are out of balance, you can experience the above symptoms or even problems with your nervous, immune & metabolic systems. These imbalances if not tended to can lead to cardiovascular health problems. 
So what do you do?
There's a LOT you can do!! Stress management, regular exercise, maintaining a healthy diet, adding alternative therapies like acupuncture, herbal supplementation and essential oils can all return your hormones to healthy levels. What you'll physically gain is muscle mass & strength, a healthy libido & sexual performance, & increased energy & weight loss to name a few. Don't keep ignoring these common issues. I can help you with all of the above & help refer you if we decide your hormones need to be tested to get a deeper look. Take control of your health today!!

Why People Don't Take Their Prescriptions

People don't take their prescription drugs. Why don't they?

50% of prescription drugs are taken incorrectly or not at all. 75% of people admit to not taking their drugs at all. People who have very severe health conditions or who have even flirted with death, still don't take their drugs!!

The #1 reason that people don't take their prescription drugs is that there are side-effects that they don't like/make them feel worse. Mind you, acupuncture has NO side-effects & herbs little to none.
Other reasons given for drug non-compliance are:
- They make people feel miserable
- They don't work
- Drugs cause other diseases/problems
- Prescription directions are too complicated
- Insurance issues with coverage of drugs
- Their on too many prescriptions to keep straight
- Proper or thorough directions were not given
- Doctors don't explain the drugs
- Job Loss
- Divorce
- Depression
- They don't like/trust their doctor
- Forgetfulness
- Prescription drugs are too expensive

This is a huge list!!
So what helps people be compliant with not just prescription drugs but herbs & supplements too?
Remarkably, its the information/education people are given regarding what they are taking. The more people understand what their taking, why & how it works for them, the more apt they are to take it & take it correctly.

WHA promises to always walk you through your treatments & any prescriptions you are given or are already taking.Your going to hear all kinds of different things from your friends, family & the internet about medication & supplements. I'm here to help you sort through that mess & dispel myths. I'm always available for questions by phone or email too.
Certain prescriptions & other herbs & supplements can be very important to your overall health. Together we can be sure your getting what you need safely, to be healthy!!

Good Gut Health, Again!!

Research is bringing to light more & more every day the connection between the state of your gut health & your physical & mental health.

Your gut contains 5 lbs of microbes called microbiota which produce hundreds of essential chemicals, they are critical in fighting disease, & they have a major affect on the way your metabolism, nervous system (including conditions like depression, anxiety & autism) & heart works. 90% of the genes in your body are not human genes but microbes in your gut!!

Your microbiota can predict such health conditions as obesity, diabetes, depression, high cholesterol, if your prone to heart disease, autoimmune diseases & even more!! Your gut IS intrinsically involved with you brain function. This means, if your not healthy in the head or in the tummy, you will develop disease. One will be worsening the other.  

Good gut health begins in the mouth & carries through the whole enteric system (stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, intestines, rectum, etc.). You can further encourage good gut bacteria by taking a good probiotic (something we can discuss together) & eating a good diet. 

Drink lots of water & eat plenty of veggies, fruits & lean meats. Fermented foods give you an extra boost!! Sauerkraut, kimchi & kombucha are common ones. Avoid such things as fast food, processed foods, sugary or starchy foods. 

Mental health in another big component of total well-being. Exercise, a good diet, water, meditation/relaxation, sleep & reduced stress are key.

Don't forget, I have needles to help with your head & your tummy as well as an arsenal of herbal & whole food supplements that can keep you feeling great!!