The Gut–Estrogen–Stress Connection in Perimenopause and Menopause

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The Gut–Estrogen–Stress Connection in Perimenopause and Menopause

When we think about menopause, we often focus only on the ovaries and hormones. But did you know that your gut—and even your stress levels—play powerful roles in how your body processes estrogen, not only after menopause but also during the transition of perimenopause?

Emerging research shows that the gut microbiome, the community of bacteria and microbes living in your digestive tract, may hold the key to healthier hormone balance, metabolism, and even protection against chronic disease. Add stress into ...

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9
SEP
0

Women's Health & Fertility

What Is Pelvic Floor Dry Needling — And How Can It Help You?

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By Dr.  Denise Wiesner, DACM,  L.Ac

When it comes to chronic pelvic pain, incontinence, painful intercourse, or postpartum recovery, many women and men feel like they’re out of options. One increasingly popular technique to support pelvic health is pelvic floor dry needling — a specialized therapy using thin, sterile needles to release muscle tension and improve pelvic function.

As a licensed acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner, I’m often asked about how this therapy differs from traditional acupuncture and whether it’s right for certain pelvic ...

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19
JUN
0

General Well-Being

Herbal Medicine for Women’s Health

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Herbal medicine has been in use for thousands of years to prevent illnesses. It helps your body heal itself and return to its natural balance. But how does it benefit women’s health, and why is women’s health concerning? Let’s explore.

Why Is Women’s Health Important?

Let’s face it, women are complex in nature. We have unique concerns like menstruation, fertility, childbirth, skin, stress, menopause, bone health, underlying conditions, etc. Herbal formulations can be a potent tool to boost your physical and ...

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17
MAR
0

Healthy Living, Nutrition & Diet, Women's Health & Fertility

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HEALTH AFTER THE FIRES

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As I write this, so many of my patients and friends are facing the devastation of losing their homes to the recent fires in Southern California. It’s a challenging time for many, and I’ve been reflecting on ways we can protect our health and how I can support my community.

Here are some practical suggestions to help safeguard your well-being:

1. Wear a KN-95 Mask Outdoors

Even if the air quality appears good, lingering debris from combustible materials—like plastics, cars, and older structures—can ...

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15
JAN
0

General Well-Being

Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs for Postpartum

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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practices like acupuncture and herbal therapies have a history of over 3,000 years in helping women attain optimal health. These are also key to postpartum recovery, a transformative period for new others. While the joys during this time can be unparalleled, the physical and mental strain can be overwhelming. Fortunately, acupuncture and Chinese herbs can offer excellent support for proper healing.

How Does Acupuncture Help With Postpartum?

The postpartum phase isn’t easy for many women. Significant life ...

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2
JAN
0

Healthy Living

Lost in the Sea of Pharmaceuticals

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I hobbled through Croatia, London, Greece, and the bike paths of my home city, Santa Monica. The more I walked, the more the ache in my left hip deepened, as though something foreign had taken residence there. For twelve years, I dealt with this “hip issue,” enduring rounds of physical therapy, massage, yoga—anything that might help.

Finally, just before a planned trip to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, I saw an orthopedist. His diagnosis? A torn labrum in ...

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30
DEC
0

Nutrition & Diet

Pain Awareness Month: Here’s How Acupuncture Can Transform Your Health

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Pain Awareness Month: Here’s How Acupuncture Can Transform Your Health

Pain in the body is an invisible phenomenon but a powerful force affecting millions daily in the country. Conditions like neck pain, lower back pain, sciatica, knee pain, and foot pain are incredibly common, disrupting work, relationships, and overall quality of life.

If you’re someone living with pain, you really don’t have to. This September marks Pain Awareness Month; let us help you seek better and more effective care for your concerns.

Prevalence of Pain

Recent statistics show that over 50 million Americans ...

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13
SEP
0

Healthy Living

Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture for Perimenopause and Menopause

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Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture for Perimenopause and Menopause

Many women going through perimenopause or menopause experience certain unpleasant side effects. A large percentage of these women in West Los Angeles and Santa Monica and in the US experience fatigue, mood swings, hot flashes, night sweats, loss of libido, vaginal dryness, anxiety,  and other issues, but suffer in silence. Fortunately, there are natural solutions.

At Natural Healing & Acupuncture, we offer therapy for menopause and perimenopause that include a focus on herbal medicine, acupuncture, nutrition, and other therapies. With these ...

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2
NOV
0

Healthy Living, Women's Health & Fertility

Chinese Medicine for Endometriosis

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Chinese Medicine for Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a serious condition that causes pelvic pain and other problems like the inability to conceive and irregular or heavy periods, leading to much discomfort for women.

However, it is also possible not to have any symptoms of the condition, and women only discover they have endometriosis after they begin seeking infertility treatment.

Let’s explore the role of Chinese medicine in endometriosis.

What is Endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a condition that involves the endometrium growing outside the uterus and attaching to pelvis organs like ...

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8
JUN
0

Healthy Living

Traditional Chinese Medicine for PCOS

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Traditional Chinese Medicine for PCOS

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility in women. The condition is triggered by the dysfunction of the ovaries and hormonal imbalances. Women with this condition have multiple cysts on their ovaries and are likely to experience:

  • Anovulatory menstrual cycles
  • Elevated levels of androgens
  • Missing or irregular periods

According to CDC, the condition affects nearly 6 percent to 12 percent of the women in the US. If you have been diagnosed with PCOS, then relax; you’re not ...

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17
MAR
0

Healthy Living, Women's Health & Fertility

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