by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 29, 2013 | Pain
When I was 12 I was figure skating 4 days a week and taking dance lessons once a week, in addition to the usual play and activities that kids do both within and outside of school. I also occasionally had swimming lessons, diving lessons, and gymnastics lessons. In...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 28, 2013 | Acupuncture
“So, does acupuncture actually work?”, they ask me. Even if they don’t ask, many people think it. Until you experience the benefits of acupuncture, it’s really a fair question to ask. After all, sticking hair-thin needles into various points on the body to heal it...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 28, 2013 | Acupuncture, Stress
There are many points on your body that can help address stress. As a Dr. TCM, I would ask you questions and assess you before choosing from some of these (or other) points for relieving stress: – DU20 (bai hui): I call this the “lifting point” as it helps to...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 23, 2013 | Detoxification, Food, Recipe
I found these online via Dr. Oz and I have to try them soon! I normally try to post recipes I have actually made, but I couldn’t wait to share this one. This is a great one for those who are doing a cleanse or want to get some detoxification benefits. I added my...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Mar 22, 2013 | Detoxification, Traditional Chinese Medicine
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, spring is the season when the liver and gallbladder are most active. With over 500 vital tasks, your liver works very hard. All the blood that leaves your stomach and intestines passes through your liver where it is processed...