The Role of Vitamin D in Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
The Role of Vitamin D in Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that typically occurs during fall and winter when sunlight exposure is reduced. Symptoms include fatigue, low mood, difficulty concentrating, and a lack of energy. One of the contributing factors to SAD is the disruption of […]
Fall: Time to Can Tomatoes
Last weekend I finally canned my first few quarts of tomatoes. They were slow to put on fruit and slow to ripen this year for whatever reason. I know I’m not the only person experiencing this. But in September and early October I always find myself standing at the stove with lots of steam…I’ve tried […]
Fall Allergies? I can help you!
Using a combination of proven acupuncture protocols and a great herbal product called Natural D-Hist from Orthomolecular Products we have found that we can greatly reduce people’s misery with fall allergies. Every fall I find my patients suffering greatly because of the blooming flower like rag weed, in addition to the leaves that are falling […]
My Favorite Stress Management Tool!
Click here to watch Click the title of this blog post to open the post, and Watch this video above to learn more about my favorite way to manage stress, support folks recovering from addictions, help the immune system, help anxiety, insomnia, and PTSD, and even depression. Bio Tuner by SOTA. When you order from […]
Acupuncture for your Immune System
Click to Watch Click the title of this post to open, and then Watch my video above to learn more about how acupuncture can support your immune function during back to school and holiday times, as well as just any time! Call to set up a time to talk to me about how I can […]
Lyme disease help from Acupuncture
Did you know that acupuncture has gained attention as a complementary treatment for Lyme disease? We now know that Lyme disease can be carried by insects other than ticks, like mosquitos! So its more important than ever for us to find more ways to help people suffering from this challenging condition. Acupuncture helps people with […]
10 Fun Facts About Acupuncture
Here are 10 fun facts about acupuncture: 1. Ancient Origins: Acupuncture is an ancient practice, originating in China over 3,500 years ago. The earliest written records of acupuncture date back to the Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine), which is one of the oldest medical texts in the world. Graves of […]
Benefits of Acupuncture for Women’s Health
Background Acupuncture, a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, has been increasingly recognized for its potential benefits in women’s health. This ancient practice involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to balance the body’s energy flow, or qi. While initially viewed with skepticism in the Western medical community, growing evidence supports […]
Benefits of Acupuncture on Gut Health
Gut Health Blog Post 05/30/2024 Acupuncture, a key component of traditional Chinese medicine, has been increasingly recognized for its potential benefits in promoting gut health. The practice involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and promote overall well-being. While acupuncture is not a direct treatment for gut health […]
Announcing our New Acupuncturist!
We are happy to announce that Nicole Opp LAc has joined the practice at Acupuncture of Iowa! Nicole hales from Iowa, practiced massage for 17 years in Cedar Rapids, and completed acupuncture training in Chicago in 2019. Licensed in 2021, she has been practicing acupuncture in Cedar Rapids. She has lots of experience using electroacupuncture […]