Growing 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
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Subscribe to Wellness RSS FeedAcupuncture Effects Brainwaves
Posted in Meditation, Research, Uncategorized, WellnessThis article illustrates the effects of acupuncture on brainwaves. These two points when combined with Pericardium 6 are known as the Buddha triangle and are deeply calming and centering. I use this treatment frequently when helping my patients deal with stress, anxiety, insomnia and depression. The treatment helps the person feel calm but also enables… 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
Seasonal allergies treatment with acupuncture
Posted in Research, Uncategorized, WellnessHave you ever wondered what it would be like to look forward to the new season without the dreaded headaches, itchy eyes, sinus congestion? Last week one of my Seattle patients came in for treatment for his low back pain. I noticed his eyes were red and he sounded congested. He was surprised to hear… Continue Reading
AOM Day Video-Everyone Gets Acupuncture and so Should You!
Posted in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, WellnessAcupuncture and Oriental Medicine day is October 24th. Elie Goldschmidt, Acupuncturist and Founder of the TCM directory made this fun video about acupuncture in celebration of AOM day:
Phone book opt-out registry
Posted in WellnessAlthough it’s fun to watch my dog tear them apart, receiving several copies of unwanted phone books can be frustrating and a waste of resources. Now there is a national phone book opt-out registry that I would like to share: www.yellowpagesoptout.com. First you register and they will send you a verification link with password. Then… Continue Reading
Movement is Essential to Health
Posted in WellnessPlease do not be discouraged by Scott Hensley’s NPR article, Fighting Fat in Middle Age Takes Hard Work. The article cites a study that concluded people need to exercise an hour a day to prevent weight gain. While I don’t dispute the validity of the study, people need to move their bodies anyway, so please… 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
Bone Soup
Posted in WellnessFall has arrived and so has the cold and flu season. Several cultures have a version of this soup to take care of their families. Here is a highly nutritious classic Chinese medicine recipe. The vinegar helps release the minerals and nutrition from the bones. This broth is also helpful for people recovering from bone… 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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