Did you know that arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States? It affects about one in every five adults. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common
forms of arthritis, and most often affects the hips, knees and lower back. OA is more common in older adults and affects more women than
men. Fortunately, acupuncture and Chinese medicine offer good options for managing it.
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On July 20th, 2017, The Los Angeles Times reported
on a recent Lancet study proving that one in three
cases of dementia can be prevented. Nearly eight
percent of dementia cases are preventable through
early life education: which could start with
understanding the role of proper nutrition and
exercise to human health. At midlife, significant
risk factors for dementia include hearing loss (if
hearing loss was treated an astounding 9% of
dementia cases could be prevented), hypertension and
obesity. In late life significant risk factors
include smoking (5% of cases prevented by stop
smoking), depression, physical inactivity, social
isolation and diabetes.
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Q:I am sometimes very constipated. I don’t like taking
chemical laxatives nor do I like taking the fiber stuff. Is there any alternative?
A: Constipation has many forms. There may be fecal impaction, difficulty defecating, lack of fluids, or other origins and causes. It would be a good idea to
consult a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) doctor to determine the proper diagnosis.
For proper digestion, it is of paramount importance to eliminate stress, tension, spicy foods, fried foods, and too much meat. Also, maintain a minimum of
60 ounces of water intake each day.
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