“Depression during pregnancy is an issue of concern because it has negative effects on both the mother and the baby as well as the rest of the family,” said Dr. Schnyer, one of the study’s authors. About 10% of pregnant women meet criteria for major depression and almost 20% have increased symptoms of depression during [...]
Category Archives: Acupuncture
YouTube-But You’re Not Chinese
This cute video may be all you need to understand acupuncture
Asthma, Acetaminophen and Acupuncture
News today is reporting a link between asthma and acetaminophen (Tylenonl) in teens. Even used once a year, this drug can dramatically increase asthma rates. These startling results comes on the heels of a study showing acetaminophen use in babies increases asthma in 5-6 year olds. While researchers are investigating the link and understanding the [...]
Afraid of needles
I’m afraid of needles. This is the most common reason people tell me they don’t try acupuncture. Think about that for a minute. It’s not that they don’t think it works, or that it wont help them. They choose to live with their current problem than risk an acupuncture needle. And do you know what [...]