Digestion Issues

Morning Sickness and Acupuncture by Dr. Ganna Shalygina

Date: January 26, 2012  Author: Tracy Comments Off

Morning sickness  is a very common phenomenon during pregnancy. It occurs in about 70-80% of pregnant women. In some cases, nausea and/ or vomiting can last up to 16 weeks.

The exact cause of Morning Sickness is unknown, but there is a theory that states that it may be an ancient mechanism for protecting the fetus from poisons in food ingested by the mother, as well as elevated levels of pregnancy hormones.  Continue Reading

Weight Management Through Hypnotherapy by Thomas Orban, DCH

Date: January 16, 2012  Author: Tracy Comments Off

Regardless of age, gender or background, weight related problems can have an affect on all of us and they become a major concern in the modern world.  For the ones committed to managing their weight and wellness more effectively,
hypnotherapy has become a popular treatment of choice. Continue Reading

ACUPUNCTURE & IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME

Date: August 3, 2011  Author: Tracy Comments Off

What is it?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an intestinal disorder in which patients may experience varying degrees of abdominal pain, constipation, and/or diarrhea which worsen as a reaction to stress.  It is estimated that 10-20% of all American adults experience symptoms of IBS, and patients with IBS account for half of all doctor visits for gastrointestinal complaints.  IBS affects three times as many women as men and, after the common cold, is the next most common cause of missed school and work.

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