Category Archives: Integrative medicine

Teaming Up With West County Health Centers

Posted on October 14, 2011 by

With a mutual goal of providing affordable healthcare to local communities, Asyrah’s Garden (Community Acupuncture, Massage  and Chiropractic) will be working with Forestville Wellness Center to offer low-cost acupuncture and massage as part of an integrative medical team. 

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How Acupuncture Works

Posted on March 23, 2011 by

Medical terms in green are defined at the end of this article. Acupuncture works with the energy known as Qi, to promote the body’s ability to heal itself.   Qi is accessed through superficial points along meridians that connect all parts … Continue reading →

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A Holistic Approach to Quitting Smoking

Posted on March 23, 2011 by

THE CHALLENGE If someone were to give you money to stop smoking, would you accept the offer?  And how much would it take – $500, $5,000, $15,000?  How about if someone offered you additional years of life, quality life, not … Continue reading →

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A Happy Liver Helps Keep You Healthy!

Posted on March 5, 2011 by

In Traditional Asian Medicine, the Liver is associated with Spring, so this seems an appropriate time to check to see how yours is doing.  I don’t literally mean the liver organ as defined by Western medicine, although it is included.  … Continue reading →

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