Sexual vitality

Sexual vitality depends on several factors. The health of the body and mind are the two main contributing factors to consider. Stress, poor diet and being overworked are ingredients for a poor or non-existent sex life. Let’s face it nobody really wants to have sex when they are tired. Honestly, sleep can be better than sex at times. Here are a few suggestions to ensure that our mind and body are optimal for sexual bliss. Let’s not forget that our bodies are temples. The better we treat our bodies the healthier our lives become.

Rest
Slow down, take time for yourself. Everyone should be allowed 1 hour a day to decompress. I know that it is not always possible to take this time, however if you make simple changes in your schedule it can happen. Turn the T.V. off.  You would be further ahead staring at the wall. Go to bed an hour earlier. This is the perfect time to be intimate. If you would rather sleep that is fine too. We can’t just turn our bodies on and off. Change takes time. Over time your body will come into rhythm with your new schedule and a healthy libido will follow.

Stress
Try to limit exposure to stressful situations. I’m sure you get enough stress at work and at home. Unneeded stress is just that “ unneeded.” If the thing you are stressing about does not affect you directly, then it is not worth worrying about. Try to cut back on family and social obligations. Stress is poison, less is better. Read more

Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial Vaginosis is still a bit of a mystery in the medical community as to why it first appears. Their has been some speculation as to some of the causes. High fragrance soaps, non-cotton undergarments, douching with strong synthetic solutions and poor diet.

Some advancement has been made in the treatment with western medicine however; there are some simple steps that you can take to treat the symptoms yourself. The first step to recovery is to alter the ph of the vagina to a more neutral level. This can be done in several ways. Diet and lifestyle seem to be the most effective treatment and prevention. Read more

Dos and Don’ts of Cholesterol

First and foremost one of the main contributors of high cholesterol levels ( Hyper Cholesterolemia) is over consumption of food.  When dealing with high cholesterol levels try to maintain the daily recommended caloric intake. The main focus on fighting high cholesterol is eliminating the foods that increase cholesterol and adding foods that lower cholesterol. It is not all about food. Lifestyle can play an important role in the bodies ability to breakdown fat and decrease plaque build up.

Foods: The obvious applies here. Avoid  excess meat consumption. Meat in moderate amounts is good for the body. Try to eat lean cuts. Fried foods, sugar, eggs, foods with high fat content and excess amounts of alcohol should all be avoided when dealing with high blood cholesterol. Read more

Fibromyalgia dietary recommendations

First and foremost Fibromyalgia is not as understood as some conditions. The triggers and or causes of this condition remains somewhat a mystery. What may cause symptoms in one person may not be the same for another. The best approach to dietary recommendations is that diets should be individualized.

A good place to start is by eliminating specific foods for a period of 10 days to determine  if these specific foods play a role in symptoms. Start with the wheat, dairy, sugar. Read more

Video: Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation

At a recent event where Dr. Robert Kiltz invited patients and clients to an evening on the lake, Donald Clarke of CNY Healing Arts Center in Syracuse, NY offered an acupuncture demonstration. Read more

Smoking cessation and acupuncture

Acupuncture has been found to greatly decrease the cravings associated with smoking. Thin needles are inserted into acupuncture points around the ear. The feeling is that the effects of needles quiet the nervous system Read more

Infertility and acupuncture

As fertility rates decrease in both men and women, new medicine and old medical practices are merging to help restore the balance. One of the most promising advents to modern medicine is the art of acupuncture. Read more

Meditation and relaxation

Stress and anxiety are a fact of life. Minimizing the two are the secrets to a more enjoyable life. The key to bringing back balance to your life is relaxation and meditation. Read more

Cooked foods better for Anemia sufferers

Anemia “ Blood Deficiency” is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin is below normal. Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acupuncturist Donald Clarke on Traditional Chinese Medicine Read more