Author: Paul
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What Do You Desire?
Posted Monday, August 4th, 2014 Discovering Your True Desires: A Guide to Self-Reflection and Awareness The Modern Struggle with Distraction In previous blog posts we have talked about life in the 21st century, how busy and distracted society has become. There is a constant barrage of stimuli that we encounter throughout the day, from the…
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The Many Benefits of Meditation
Posted Monday, April 7th, 2014 The Power of Meditation: Achieving Balance in a Busy World Finding Peace in a Distracted World We live in a busy world with lots of distractions and noise; we are constantly inundated with information and stimulation. With so many different external stimuli, it can be difficult to find peace and…
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Holistically Treating Shingles
Posted Monday, May 5th, 2014 Understanding Shingles: Causes, Prevention, and Holistic Treatment Over the past month, a few patients have come to Above & Beyond Acupuncture in Scottsdale, AZ, to be treated for shingles (which is also known as herpes zoster). While there is a portion of the American population that has a basic understanding of this viral…
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The Need for Interpersonal Boundaries
Posted Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 The Importance of Establishing Boundaries in Interpersonal Relationships One topic that is discussed quite often with patients at Above & Beyond Acupuncture is the need to establish personal boundaries. Setting up boundaries within interpersonal relationships is essential, as it provides the necessary framework for what is appropriate and inappropriate. The majority of…
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Acupuncture for Kids
Posted Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016 Acupuncture for Children: A Safe and Effective Pain Management Option Why Has Acupuncture Rarely Been Used on Children? Up until now acupuncture has rarely been used on children because kids are usually afraid of needles and the process can be terrifying for them. But some creative doctors have started to…
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Health Benefits of Reishi Mushrooms
Posted Sunday, September 13th, 2015 The Amazing Benefits of Reishi Mushrooms: Nature’s Superfood There is no denying that mushrooms are plentiful. There are many different varieties of the mushroom contained throughout the world, and some of the mushrooms have not even been discovered yet. In fact, according to Mercola, the world’s number one natural health website:…
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Can Acupuncture Reduce Inflammation?
Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2019 Acupuncture for Inflammation: A Natural and Effective Treatment What is Inflammation? Inflammation is a defense mechanism in the body’s immune system. If the immune system detects pathogens, infections, or any foreign object in the body, it responds by releasing white blood cells and other inflammatory mediators. These mediators stimulate nerves…
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Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted Saturday, February 7th, 2015 Why Apple Cider Vinegar? At Above & Beyond Acupuncture, many patients express an interest in learning about foods that can improve their health and wellness. One of the more popular items we suggest is apple cider vinegar, as this product has some amazing health benefits. Given how inexpensive and readily available…
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How Many Acupuncture Treatments?
Posted Friday, February 19th, 2016 How Many Acupuncture Treatments Will I Need? One of the more common questions patients ask us at Above & Beyond Acupuncture is how many acupuncture treatments they will need. Since this issue is an important facet to the healing process, we wanted to take some time to properly respond and provide information…
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Experiencing Bell’s Palsy? Try Acupuncture!
Posted Sunday, April 15th, 2018 Bell’s Palsy and Acupuncture: A Natural Treatment Option Understanding Bell’s Palsy Bell’s Palsy is the most common cause of facial paralysis. If you are part of the 29% of patients whose facial symptoms persist, then you may have found that Western medicine has little to offer. When common treatments such…