One of my teachers, Dr. John Chu, once shared a story that has stayed with me because it explains something many people experience but rarely know how to name. An eighty four year old woman from Italy was visiting her daughter in the United States. One afternoon they stopped at a friend’s home. It was a simple visit filled [...]
Women over 50 in Lakewood Ranch often face unique challenges that make daily life feel heavier than ever. Stress can build up, sleep may be disrupted, and energy levels can drop. If you are looking for women over 50 stress support, you are not alone. Many women in this stage of life notice their brain and body responding differently [...]
Here's a question that I get asked all of the time. I'm an acupuncture physician and an applied clinical nutritionist, and I'm the President of Longevity Wellness. I'm Cynthia Clark, and the question is, how do I spend the least amount of money on supplements and on healthcare? This question is really close to my heart because I grew [...]
Frankincense Heart Healthy Herbs - Difference between essential oils and herbs Herbs and essential oils are both derived from plants, but they are different in a few key ways: Preparation: Herbs are usually prepared by drying the plant material and using it in teas, tinctures, or other forms of supplementation. Essential oils are obtained by distilling the plant material, [...]
Zoloft and Heart Disease Have you noticed people have been more wound up in recent years? Maybe you've noticed it in personal interactions, or how the drivers on the road seem to be a little crazier. You're right, they are a little crazier right now - please be attentive and alert while driving! During COVID, when many people [...]
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 [...]
Sadly, many people speed up the aging process by engaging in bad habits or exposing themselves to adverse external conditions. This lifestyle-induced aging can make someone look and feel older before their time. Understanding the top reasons aging can occur prematurely can help you slow down the process and look and feel your best.
If you’re missing one hour of sleep or more, then that’s considered lack of sleep, insomnia. That’s considered to be a health problem.
The brain is doing important work at night while we’re sleeping! And it needs certain tools and settings for that.