I'm so excited about this BIG WIN this week, that I HAD to share this story with you! Here's something I've learned recently. Remember that horrible bug from high school years, this kissing disease mono? That's short for infections mononucleousis, and it's caused by the Epstein Barr virus, or EBV for short. Once you have EBV it generally hangs [...]
WOW! We have been learning SO MUCH recently! I wanted to take a moment and share THREE of the cases we've been learning and researching over here at Longevity. Why? Everyone has a core value, a belief that is so engrained in them they would do just about anything to uphold. Mine is that I REALLY like people [...]
Carpal tunnel syndrome has become commonplace in our society due to the proliferation of technological devices in work and personal life - but the condition results from many other situations as well. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) encompasses several similar issues (known as entrapment neuropathies), which compress peripheral nerves and result in weakness and pain in the extremities. The median [...]
You may have heard of the benefits of acupuncture - but if you need quick relief and cannot get to a TCM practitioner, acupressure might work for you. Acupressure activates specific spots, or points, on the body that can release tension, stress, pain, and stiffness. The therapy moves life energy (qi) along the body’s energy pathways or meridians. Acupressure [...]
Acupuncture is one of the most popular and recognizable traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) methods, although many Americans remain in the dark about how this therapy can help them in their holistic health journey. The use of needles, pressure, and heat promotes healing in various regions of the body and has proven to treat many types of pain successfully. We [...]
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) involves ancient and natural healing methods that recognize the cohesive and unbreakable relationship between the body, mind, and spirit. TCM offers many therapeutic methods designed for patients to achieve and maintain optimum health. Although used for centuries, these methods are still largely unfamiliar to those accustomed to Western-style medicine. In this article, we take a [...]
Proper liver and kidney function are critical for overall health and wellness. Unfortunately, many Americans suffer from ailments affecting these two vital organs and, as a result, are often sick. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 4.5 million adults have been diagnosed with liver disease. The National Institutes of Health has stated that chronic disease [...]
Acupuncture may provide a more natural solution for seniors looking for fewer drugs but more relief. Here are three benefits that seniors can expect from acupuncture...
Most people who experience chronic insomnia report that they cannot slow the thoughts that fill their brains. People may be stressed from work, relationships, or responsibilities. Can acupuncture help?
This traditional and ancient Chinese treatment is getting a lot of attention, but there are still some basic questions many people have regarding acupuncture.