Ways to boost your metabolism – How Acupuncture can help (Brookline & Boston, MA) 1. Eating correctly - Emphasizing proteins and reducing carbohydrates and sugars - Protein helps to build muscle which will help you burn fat - Choose protein with every meal (eg. Chicken, fish, eggs, tempeh) How acupuncture can help: Regular treatments has been shown to help control appetite. 2. Exercise optimally - Mixing in interval work-outs with your regular cardio will help to burn more … [Read more...] about Brookline Acupuncture- Inner Sage Boston Acupuncture: Weight Loss, Energy & Optimizing Metabolism
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Brookline & Boston Acupuncture: Benefits of Acupuncture
The Benefits of Acupuncture: The Western world is gaining interest in Acupuncture recently, which is apparent in the articles appearing in newspapers and magazines, studies cited in the media, and even Hollywood stars sharing their Acupuncture health success stories. The benefits of Acupuncture are numerous. The most common include: Reduction of pain (chronic or acute) Reduction of stress & increased tolerance of stressful events Improves emotional well-being Better … [Read more...] about Brookline & Boston Acupuncture: Benefits of Acupuncture
Brookline Acupuncture: How plastics & canned food can contribute to hormonal imablance and weight gain
A recent study in PLos One found a link between BPA and insulin resistance. Bisphenol-A (BPA), a chemical found in the lining of canned food and most plastics has been linked to insulin resistance, even in small amounts. Insulin resistance is thought to be the underlying cause of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) which leads to various symptoms including menstrual irregularities, infertility, weight gain, acne, diabetes, high blood pressure, and can put a woman at higher risk for heart … [Read more...] about Brookline Acupuncture: How plastics & canned food can contribute to hormonal imablance and weight gain
Brookline & Needham Acupuncture: Studies show possible link between antibiotic use and Weight-gain
Another reason why maintaining optimal gut health is so important to our overall health & well-being Typically, in a healthy gut, there is a balance between good bacteria (eg. Probiotic strains such as acidophilis) and bad bacteria (eg. H. Pylori). However, in today’s society, many people are lacking in healthy bacteria. Things that can kill off good bacteria or make the gut environment less conducive to their colonization include antibiotics, other medications, birth control … [Read more...] about Brookline & Needham Acupuncture: Studies show possible link between antibiotic use and Weight-gain
Brookline Acupuncture & Needham Acupuncture: Plastics & Chemicals increase risk of developing PCOS
Below is a story taken from Natural Health Solutions for PCOS -- a great blog and resource for treatment of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). In my clinic, I emphasize the importance of avoiding exposure to chemicals. In today's world, it is impossible to be chemical-free, unfortunately. Just breathing in air (indoor or outdoor) involves taking in pollutants and chemicals in to our bodies. However, we can do our best to minimize our exposure by avoiding, when possible the use of plastic … [Read more...] about Brookline Acupuncture & Needham Acupuncture: Plastics & Chemicals increase risk of developing PCOS
Brookline & Needham Acupuncture: Effective Treatments for PCOS
Studies show PCOS effectively treated with Acupuncture In a recent study published in the American Journal of Physiology - Endocrinology and Metabolism, researchers found that four months of acupuncture treatment reduced the levels of testosterone in women with PCOS by 25 percent. For women with PCOS, high testosterone levels are commonly found and often lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as acne and excess hair growth. They also typically suffer from irregular menstrual … [Read more...] about Brookline & Needham Acupuncture: Effective Treatments for PCOS
Boston Acupuncture: Easy Weight Loss? Sleep to support your Weight Loss Efforts
Sleep your way skinny? Ok, so it may not replace good diet and exercise, but based on recent studies, getting adequate and good quality sleep can improve your metabolism and curb your appetite. In fact, the study showed that getting less than 8 hours of sleep and/or poor quality sleep (disturbed sleep) can disrupt your metabolism and increase your appetite by affecting the release of leptin and ghrelin in the body-- two hormones that are involved in appetite regulation. On top of that, … [Read more...] about Boston Acupuncture: Easy Weight Loss? Sleep to support your Weight Loss Efforts