This article below by Allison Aubrey is excellent, and not just because it justifies my daily indulgence in theobromine, the primary alkaloid in cocoa and chocolate. Personally, I find chocolate to be great for stress and curbing the appetite for unhealthy foods. I used to love chocolate chip cookies, but now I cut out the… Continue Reading
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Subscribe to Nutrition & Foods RSS FeedHealthy Detox with Brussel Sprouts
Posted in Nutrition & Foods, Uncategorized, WellnessGrowing up I never liked Brussels sprouts. They always smelled so horrible I never bothered trying them. About 5 months ago I decided to give them a try and found several ways to enjoy them without that sulfur smell. One of my favorite ways is to cut them up and steam for about five minutes,… Continue Reading
Duke University study-Acupuncture offers better pain relief from headaches than drugs.
Posted in Nutrition & Foods, Research, Uncategorized, WellnessDr. Mark Wiley’s article is excellent. The most important part about the Duke University study is that it studies the effects of acupuncture using correct acupuncture techniques and acupuncture points. Many of the other acupuncture studies have used sham acupuncture points, which may have some effect but wouldn’t work nearly as well as using a… Continue Reading
For weight loss, BMI is bogus
Posted in Nutrition & Foods, WellnessIn my entire life I have only met 2 people who said "I’m too thin and trying to gain weight". Have you ever stepped on a scale on a day when you felt OK, then looked down and had your mood ruined by a number? In my experience using the BMI (body mass index) and weighing your self compulsively every… Continue Reading
About Desiree Merulli
Desiree Merulli has practiced acupuncture since 2001 and massage therapy since 1998. Desiree employs a gentle acupuncture technique to allow your body to adjust to the needles before balancing the Qi. During your treatment session, non-needle therapeutics including fire cupping, tuning forks and massage therapy are incorporated to enhance the acupuncture treatment so you leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
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