Chinese Medicine and the Art of Letting Go
Are you feeling pissed off? Angry? Upset? Irritated? Frustrated? Agitated by things that are beyond your control? It's a good time to Let Go. We choose to let go, not because we are detached and unfeeling (or apathetic), but because we make a conscious...
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Chicago Acupuncturist Ashley Flores Offers Acupressure Suggestions for Postpartum Clients
This year, I had the pleasure of working with author Dayna Kurtz on her wonderful new book, Mother Matters: A Holistic Guide to Being a Happy, Healthy Mom. This book, (which happened to be released a few days before my youngest was born) covers...
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Chicago Acupuncturist: How to Find the Right Person for You
You're in pain. Or maybe struggling with infertility. You could be feeling anxious. And someone mentioned that acupuncture could help you. It sounds a little strange. How could those teeny tiny needles help me feel less anxious, help me get pregnant, or...
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How Megan Kept Her Blood Pressure in Check and Had Her Successful Homebirth
Megan and I first began working together when I was still in acupuncture school and working as an intern in the student clinic. Over the years, we had the chance to work together on a number of issues- digestion, support while trying to conceive, and...
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Basil & Chrysanthemum Tea for Headache and Stress
When stress rises and brings on a headache, these three soothing herbs work together to calm the nervous system and relieve pain and tension in the head. Common kitchen basil is not only delicious in pasta and salad, but also makes a wonderful ingredient...
read moreAccording to acupuncturist Ashley Flores, your fitness goals won’t be such a struggle when the yang seasons are on your side
Relax...The Season Encourages It Epoch Times 2017 According to acupuncturist Ashley Flores, your fitness goals won’t be such a struggle when the yang seasons are on your side. She recommends starting an intense exercise regimen in the spring or summer, because more...
read moreLicensed acupuncturist Ashley Flores of Four Flowers Wellness in Chicago explains that treating the “Heart 3” point can bring a general sense of calm
A Revolutionary Resolution! Mother Matters 2017 Constant care-giving necessitate that one’s mind, body and spirit be replenished. Licensed acupuncturist Ashley Flores of Four Flowers Wellness in Chicago explains that treating the “Heart 3” point can bring a general...
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Don’t Press There! Acupuncture’s Forbidden Points for Pregnancy
As the popularity of acupuncture has grown, so has the notoriety of the so-called 'forbidden points' of pregnancy. As someone who's been through a couple of pregnancies, I know well the anxiety it can provoke to have such a small and vulnerable person so reliant upon...
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Fertility, Emotions, and Acupuncture
As any woman who has struggled to conceive knows, emotions are a key part of the pregnancy puzzle. Fertility problems are stressful, and often cause a woman to feel anxious, depressed, or inadequate. Depression and emotional turmoil can delay or even prevent...
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Audrey and Charlie’s IVF Journey
When I first met Audrey and Charlie, they had been trying to conceive their first child for over 4 years. When it became clear after a year that a pregnancy wasn’t going to be as easy to achieve as they’d hoped, they began looking for answers. Not long after, Charlie...
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Homemade Chai Tea Recipe
I had my first taste of real, homemade chai while working at an Indian restaurant years and years ago. It was such a revelation after only having the boxed, overly sweetened, steamed milk concoction served by the big coffeehouse chains. This chai was...
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Chamomile: a Healing Herbal Powerhouse
Ahhh.. chamomile...the humble herbal tea is actually a powerhouse of healing. This delicate flower is a potent calming and anti-inflammatory herb that can be used for tummy aches, anxiety, sleep, and pain. It is super versatile, extremely gentle, and delicious to...
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