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Interview with MPR (Minnesota Public Radio) Jennifer was just interviewed for her views on Women's health, acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Click here to read article Acupuncture Originating in China about 3,500 years ago, acupuncture has only become popular in the United States in the last three decades. The focus of an acupuncture treatment is to restore balance in the body. Illness can be defined as the imbalance of this energy or qi. The insertion of hair-thin needles along specific points on the body helps to balance the energy and return the body to a healthy state. Acupuncture FAQ Qi Chances are you have witnessed the effects of qi. Picture a teenage athlete, full of energy and ambition - this is abundant, free flowing qi. Picture someone who works a stressful, 60 hour per week desk job, feels lethargic and is easily depressed - this is not abundant, free flowing qi. In Chinese medicine, health is maintained when qi flows freely throughout the body. This balanced, uninterrupted flow is what gives us energy to walk, talk, eat, dream, think and love. Chinese Herbal Medicine Chinese herbs can be used to complement acupuncture treatments. And some people prefer herbal treatment to acupuncture. Either way taking Chinese herbs is a great way to treat a wide range of conditions without adverse affects. Chinese herbs come in many forms: pills, powders, plasters and teas. Infertility: Click here for more info Women's Health Women of all ages can benefit from acupuncture. For young women beginning to menstruate, acupuncture can ease PMS, cramps and mood swings. Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can help treat other symptoms associated with PMS such as headaches, dizziness and irritability. Endometriosis and fibroids are also commonly treated with acupuncture and herbs. For pregnant women, acupuncture and Chinese herbs are a gentle, prescription-free option for treating many issues during pregnancy including morning sickness, abdominal pain, constipation and post-partum depression. Much help can be found by treating infertility issues with acupuncture. Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can also help during the wondrous but sometimes uncomfortable transition of menopause. Treatment can relieve the discomfort of hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia. Call to Schedule an appointment: 952.345.1953 To contact Jennifer directly: acu@yogacentermpls.com Cost per session: $75 (package discounts also available) Links to More Info • www.acupuncture.com - Get all your questions about acupuncture, Chinese herbs, qi gong, current research and more answered here. • www.wholehealthmd.com - This website is user friendly and has lots of useful information on alternative healing options including food for healing. • www.drnorthrup.com - Dr. Christiane Northrup, author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, is a pioneer in the women’s health movement. This website is a great resource for all things female. • www.bluepoppy.com - Look here for books on Chinese medicine and related topics. • www.wedge.coop - The wedge provides natural, organic, vegetarian food and environmentally/health conscious products. It is also an independent, worker owned and operated cooperative. |
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 About Jennifer Johnson Jennifer received her Bachelor degree from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the New England School of Acupuncture. She is licensed in the state of Minnesota and nationally certified by the NCCAOM. Jennifer’s knowledge of nutrition and certification in western herbal medicine lends to her creative approach to healing.  |
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