In a recent blog post by Dr. Andrew Weil, the topic of depression included an integrative approach to treatment including omega 3’s, exercise and acupuncture. Click on the link below to read more.
Integrative Approach to Depression? - Dr. Weil.
To all my patients,
Today I am writing to notify all my patients that I, Jeremy Linquist L.Ac., will be leaving the Acupuncture Continuum Inc. Clinic on Feb. 13 and moving to Wilmington, North Carolina. This decision did not come easily and has brought about many mixed emotions. I will be moving to an area where I have family and joining a new healing community project called the Natural Therapies Institute. This new clinic is a great opportunity for me to get in to a practice on the ground floor and be a part of the growth process. I will also enjoy living near my parents, brother, sister in-law, and my niece. It has been a long time since my wife and I have lived near our family and we are both excited.
Although the excitement is intense, the sadness associated with leaving such a beautiful city and collection of friends that have become our family is overwhelming. Over the years I have made friends who have been an essential part of my life. They watched me through the grueling process of the Chinese Medicine program at PCOM, they have been there in times of despair and also celebrated some of the best times in my life. I will miss them all and continue to coax them to make the move and join me in NC. I have also had the great pleasure of treating a number of patients with whom I have established a connection and true passion for their well being. I will miss all of my patients and continue to have an open door policy regarding questions by email. I have enjoyed educating many of you and been blessed to have the favor returned. My patients teach me something new every day.
My final day at the Acpuncture Continuum Inc. will be on Feb. 13, 2010. I will be treating until 1pm. I thank you all from the depths of my heart, especially Karen Sulger L.Ac., who I will be referring my patients to and hoping that Devon (whom we are courting as a replacement) will take over where I left off and continue to grow this beautiful clinic.
I am so Lucky to have something so difficulty to say goodbye to.
In Love and Peace,
Jeremy Linquist, L.Ac.
Zai-jian / Good Bye
Are you aware of your childrens diet? Do you understand nutrition? Does the Food Pyramid have any relation to a proper diet? The answer to these questions is an astounding NO in our current society. With a lack of education for the general public, Nutrition has become a hidden science that the food companies want to dictate. Unfortunately the greed and money behind the so called science of western scientific nutrition has been taking its toll on the western society. We are approaching an era where the lifespan of our children is not expected to be as long as their parents. This is primarily due to the food they eat. With other factors in mind such as exercise, stress, and poverty, we can make a change that will become the difference in the way we live. This is a short video of the problems we face. Take the initiative to learn about Nutrition from a whole food perspective. The way nature intended for us to eat.
Jeremy Linquist L.Ac.
PTSD symptoms can be extensive or hidden. If somebody you know is having trouble with a traumatic incident in their life, there is Help!! Many studies have found Acupuncture to be an effective form of treatment for symptoms of PTSD. The NADA protocol is an auricular (ear) acupuncture method that has been used in the treatment of Addiction, Mental Emotional Disorders and Acute and Chronic Pain. This protocol has been proven to be effective in a clinical setting and is being used by Alcohol and Drug treatment centers around the world. More recently, Acupuncture has been introduced by the Military to treat disorders stemming from PTSD and Pain due to combat.
It’s time to take care of the people who suffer from a disorder that many are unaware of. PTSD is a serious but treatable problem. The use of acupuncture needs to be introduced to the masses.
Find a local acupuncturist today and start the healing process. If you have any questions or need help in finding an acupuncturist in your area, email me at Jeremylinquist.ac@gmail.com.
http://nccam.nih.gov/research/results/spotlight/092107.htm
Now I know that my clean shaven face will freak out a good number of people…..Mainly My Wife…..but this year it’s for a good cause. Mustaches 4 Kids, a group recently written about in time magazine, started a chapter in Akron, Ohio which is near my hometown of Canton, Ohio, and being the amazing hometown hero, I am supporting them by being a part of this years Mustaches 4 Kids Campaign. I have donated my face and i would love to get some sponsors. So now that I’m clean shaven and ready to start growing a sweet stache to help raise money for kids in need, Please support me and make a donation. Anything is appreciated! — Sponsor me online here –> http://www.firstgiving.com/m4kakron/
Remember, it’s for the Kids (and a few laughs along the way)!!!!!
This is a great reminder to take all possible precautions during this cold and flu season. The more we prevent the onset of disease, the better we will be able to treat it when it does arise. Remember, prevention can occurr in many ways that we can do daily.
Neti pots and sinus rinse kits are available at the drug store and relatively inexpensive….under $15.
Dr. Vinay Goyal is an MBBS,DRM,DNB (Intensivist and Thyroid specialist) having clinical experience of over 20 years. He has worked in institutions like Hinduja Hospital, Bombay Hospital, Saifee Hospital, Tata Memorial etc. Presently, he is heading our Nuclear Medicine Department and Thyroid clinic at Riddhivinayak Cardiac and Critical Centre, Malad (W).
The following message given by him makes a lot of sense and is important for all to know
“The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it’s almost impossible to avoid coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is not so much of a problem as proliferation is.
While you are still healthy and not showing any symptoms of H1N1 infection, in order to prevent proliferation, aggravation of symptoms and development of secondary infections, some very simple steps, not fully highlighted in most official communications, can be practiced (instead of focusing on how to stock N95 or Tamiflu):
1. Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications).
2. “Hands-off-the-face” approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless you want to eat, bathe or slap).
3. Gargle twice a day with warm salt water (use Listerine if you don’t trust salt)… H1N1 takes 2-3 days after initial infection in the throat/ nasal cavity to proliferate and show characteristic symptoms. Simple gargling prevents proliferation. In a way, gargling with salt water has the same effect on a healthy individual that Tamiflu has on an infected one. Don’t underestimate this simple, inexpensive and powerful preventative method.
4. Similar to 3 above, clean your nostrils at least once every day with warm salt water. Not everybody may be good at Jala Neti or Sutra Neti (very good Yoga asanas to clean nasal cavities), but blowing the nose hard once a day and swabbing both nostrils with cotton buds dipped in warm salt water is very effective in bringing down viral population.
5. Boost your natural immunity with foods that are rich in Vitamin C (Amla and other citrus fruits). If you have to supplement with Vitamin C tablets, make sure that it also has zinc to boost absorption.
6. Drink as much of warm liquids (tea, coffee, etc) as you can. Drinking warm liquids has the same effect as gargling, but in the reverse direction. They wash off proliferating viruses from the throat into the stomach where they cannot survive, proliferate or do any harm.”
Jeremy Linquist L.Ac.
I recieved another email from one of my patients with some information about honey and the healing properties behind this sweet treat. In reading the information I realized that the information presented was generally true but did not give any indication as to why. It then became apparent to me that this blog, being a solid foundation for education, would be a great place to answer some of the questions that my patient had concerning the email. I have included a portion of the email which I will address and give the Traditional Chinese Medical perspective on the subject.
Excerpt from the Email: “Honey is the only food on the planet that will not spoil or rot.
It will do what some call turning to sugar.
In reality honey is always honey.
However, when left in a cool dark place for a long time
it will do what I rather call “crystallizing”.
When this happens I loosen the lid, boil some water, and sit the honey container in the hot water, off the heat and let it liquefy. It is then as good as it ever was. Never boil honey or put it in a microwave. To do so will kill the enzymes in the honey.
Weekly World News, a magazine in Canada , in its issue dated 17 January,1995 has given the following list of diseases that can be cured by honey and cinnamon as researched by western scientists:
HEART DISEASES: ARTHRITIS: BLADDER INFECTIONS: CHOLESTEROL: COLDS: UPSET STOMACH: GAS: IMMUNE SYSTEM: INDIGESTION: INFLUENZA: LONGEVITY: PIMPLES:
SKIN INFECTIONS:. WEIGHT LOSS: CANCER: FATIGUE: BAD BREATH: HEARING LOSS: ”
Along with this information came a couple recommendations about how to use the honey in combination with cinnamon and water.
After analyzing the information I discovered the similarity to the TCM view of Honey and its healing properties. In Chinese Medicine, Honey is a temperature neutral food with a sweet nourishing property. Honey works to harmonize the liver system, neutralize toxins, and relieve pain. Cooked honey or pasteurized honey is also good for moistening dryness in cases of dry, horse throat, and cough. Both raw and heated honey are good for the stomach system treating stomach ulcers, canker sores and constipation. Honey can also be used topically on light burns.
On a lighter note, a spoonfull of honey can be used for hangovers, exhaustion, or overeating salty, rich foods.
For those with arthritis that gets worse during damp cold days, raw honey is great to attack the dampness that has accumulated in the body.
It should also be noted that raw honey is not recommended for infants.
Despite it’s many benefits, one must be aware that Honey is a sugar and overconsumption will lead to undesirable effects. We must be aware of the balance in everything.
In Conclusion, Honey has many great properties. The type of honey can be a factor to attain the desired effects and the amount of honey consumed should not be overlooked. It is still a sugar. So enjoy the honey and keep it on hand because it can be used for many ailments.
Jeremy Linquist L.Ac.
Acupuncture Continuum Inc.
Considering my devotion and passion for the Cleveland Browns, this post was somewhat difficult for me to write. It took great strength and courage to include the Pittsburgh Steelers in the same sentence as the word Superbowl but then I realized that it made perfect sense. This article shows why. The Steelers use the help of Acupuncture to gain a clear advantage above their opponents. Now the article mentions over 300 needles being used in one treatment which I find difficult to believe but hey, I never won a superbowl so I don’t know how many it takes at this point.
Now, if I could only talk to the Lerner family and show them what I could do to help the Browns Win again.
Read this article to get the full scoop:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/peter_king/01/25/walkup/2.html
Enjoy,
Jeremy Linquist L.Ac.
P.S. I would like to dedicate this post to my amazing wife and father-in-law who are Steelers fans and more importantly who have gone easy on the trash talk.
Here is a great article about acupuncture and fertility that you might be of interest to you.
Enjoy,
Jeremy Linquist L.Ac.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/magazine/issues/winter09/articles/winter09pg18.html
Here is an eye opener. It’s time for everybody to have a couple canvas bags around and start using Klean Kanteen’s for their water consumption. Think Globally.
Thanks for the Link Mo Linquist!!!!!
Jeremy Linquist L.Ac.