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What is Acupuncture doing and will it work for me?

Acupuncture

Laura Allmacher, LAc explains what exactly is happening with those acupuncture needles and the amazing combination of eastern tradition and western science that reveals the expected and unexpected benefits of acupuncture.

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Want to try Acupuncture, but afraid of needles?

Acupressure, Acupuncture

If you’re afraid of needles, don’t let that stop you from making an acupuncture appointment. Laura Allmacher, LAc offers a range of gentle options, such as acupressure, essential oils and tuning forks. And many of her patients don’t feel the needles at all.

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Acupuncture for Migraine Relief and Headache Prevention

Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Pain Management

Read a story from an actual patient who was relieved of migraine headaches using acupuncture and Chinese medicine offered by Laura Allmacher. As your Qi flow is opened up with acupuncture and supported with Chinese herbs, pain relief follows.

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Food, Metabolism, and Coronavirus Risk

Coronavirus, Metabolic Disorders, Naturopathic Physicians

We know that eating well can prevent a lot of health issues, but did you know that it can contribute to protection from coronavirus by reducing our risk of metabolic syndrome? Read more about how to eat safely and healthy during the pandemic.

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5 Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies

Allergies, Immune Health

Here are 5 natural remedies to relieve those irritating seasonal allergies. Learn how to support your immune system, liver and lungs to feel better today.

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Abdominal Breathing for Overall Health

Respiratory Health, Stress Management

Abdominal breathing exercises can have a tremendous effect on our overall health, including calming stressful emotions, strengthening our lungs to provide important energy, and improving digestion.

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Yin and Yang, Masculine and Feminine

Acupuncture, Transgender Health

Where do you fall on the spectrum of yin and yang in relation to gender? Heart Spring Health honors your identity and preferences.

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Get Better Sleep with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Insomnia

Resolve your sleep issues with Chinese medicine and these 6 simple tips. Acupuncturist Laura Allmacher guides us through the connections between sleep problems and Chinese philosophy.

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Introduction to Yin and Yang

Acupuncture

When we are ill, we are out of balance and we need to seek care. Health is about balance, the movement of yin and yang, and understanding that there is a constant change between them.

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What naturopathic medicine can teach us all about COVID-19

Coronavirus, Immune Health, Naturopathic Physicians

The new coronavirus pandemic is changing the whole world right now. Naturopathic medicine has valuable experience to offer during this time. In fact, many of the creative and thoughtful responses already happening are naturally in line with naturopathic philosophy.

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