by Dr. Melissa Carr | Jun 16, 2026 | Chinese herbs, Detoxification, Digestion, energy, Food, Fun facts, Healthy Habits, Herbs and Supplements, immune boosting, immune system, lung health, mental health, neuropathic pain, Sleep, Stress, Supplements, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Uncategorized
Why Mushrooms Deserve a Place in Your Wellness Routine When most people think of mushrooms, they think of a tasty addition to stir-fries, soups, sauces, or as a topping (check out some of my mushrooms-included recipes here Grilled Portabella Burgers and Vegetarian...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Nov 6, 2024 | Acupuncture, anxiety, depression, Stress
When it comes to our bodies, the nervous system is like an intricate symphony, orchestrating everything from our heartbeat to our thoughts and emotions. But what happens when the symphony plays a tune of stress and anxiety, leaving us feeling out of tune? Enter...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Oct 3, 2024 | anxiety, Happiness, Health Tips, Healthy Habits, holistic health, Inspiration, mental health, Stress
Do you remember Stuart Smalley (funny, I remembered his name as Smiley) from the Saturday Night Live skip? He used to host a mock self-help show and he would stand in front of a mirror and say positive affirmations to himself. It was meant to be funny–and...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Oct 1, 2024 | Acupuncture, anxiety, Arthritis, Back Pain, energy, Food, headache, Health Tips, migraine, neck pain, neuropathic pain, Pain, Sleep, Stress
Want to get the most out of your acupuncture treatment? Of course you do! Here’s an easy–at least I think it’s easy–step you can take prior to your acupuncture session with me, particularly if your treatment is to address pain, stress, or...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Nov 29, 2023 | Acupuncture, energy, Stress
The world can feel chaotic and overwhelming, at times. There’s a theory that the brain’s #1 goal is to minimize surprises. This theory is called the “free energy principle,” and it is that every living organism is trying to reduce the chances...
by Dr. Melissa Carr | Feb 10, 2023 | Acupuncture, anxiety, mental health, Stress, Traditional Chinese Medicine
It seems weird right? Needles helping you feel calmer? It may sound strange, but yes, it’s true, acupuncture can help you manage your anxiety, even if you’re nervous about needles. Firstly, let me start with the needles part because I know that anyone...
