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Benefits of Massage

By Michelle | Published: April 20, 2011
Practical benefits of massage therapy may include detoxification of body tissues, decreased stress response, improvements in sleep and digestion, and increased overall well-being. Massage therapy slows down the heart and relaxes the body, enhancing the capacity for calm thinking. Work on or with the body can be an opportunity for understanding and experiencing the unity between [...]
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Water

By Michelle | Published: April 14, 2011
I believe that water is the only drink for a wise man.  ~ Henry David Thoreau An increased intake of healthy water will greatly enhance digestion‚ nutrient absorption‚ skin hydration‚ detoxification, energy levels and virtually every aspect of better health! Water is required for life and good health, and is necessary for: Blood and lymphatic circulation Digestion and [...]
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Acupuncture and Balance

By Michelle | Published: April 6, 2011
Acupuncture is based on Asian philosophy, which centers on the concept of balance. When we are in balance, our bodies and minds should function optimally: the organs should work together properly, sleep should be restful and appropriate, there should be no pain, etc. Chinese medicine is all about helping restore the body to balance so [...]
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New Qigong Class at Namaste

By Michelle | Published: January 31, 2011
I started teaching Qigong class once again. Join me at Namaste Holistic Healing and Yoga in Truckee, CA on Saturday mornings from 9 to 9:50 am. The class is a introduction to Qigong and I will teach you how to purge your stress and nourish good health and relaxation. Come rejuvenate your [...]
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New Recipe from Local Chef Michael Trombetta

By Michelle | Published: August 18, 2010
Finally one of my dreams is coming true. I have always dreamet of working with a chef to create dishes centered around the principles of Chinese Medicine. I am proud to be collaborating with Micheal Trombetta a local Truckee Chef. The Trombetta family has been friends of mine for many years and [...]
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More About Tea

By Michelle | Published: July 19, 2010
Last week I blogged about the health benefits of drinking tea over coffee and shared with you an article by Dr. Andrew Weil MD.  This week I wanted to help educate you about the brewing process of tea.  Tea can be savored like fine wine or a tasty cup of coffee.  In China and Japan [...]
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Benefits of Drinking Tea

By Michelle | Published: July 12, 2010
Over the years I have noticed that patients that drank coffee had more health issues than patients who did not drink coffee.  I mostly noticed coffee drinkers struggled with muscular skeletal issues like back pain, neck pain or shoulder pain but I also noticed them suffering from headaches, digestion issues, anxiety and insomnia.  Over the [...]
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Upcoming Stress-Management and Healing Workshop

By Michelle | Published: June 30, 2010
This winter I held a five-week empowerment workshop in my office.  In the workshop I taught tools to help people to be more aware of their energy body, their emotions and how to live a healthier life using the wisdom of ancient medicine.  I felt the information was so valuable that I wanted to offer [...]
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Recipe: Watermelon & Avocado Salad

By Michelle | Published: June 30, 2010
As the summer heats up so do our bodies.  Heat can create all sorts of uncomfortable symptoms in your body like insomnia, anxiety, agitation leading to anger and restlessness to name a few.  I wanted to share with you a summer recipe to help keep the heat at bay and keep your body in balance.  [...]
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Qigong on Donner Lake

By Michelle | Published: June 24, 2010
Last night finally warmed up enough to have qigong class on the dock at Donner Lake Village Resort.  It was beautiful, amazing and breath taking.  We would love for you to join us next Wednesday at 6:30 pm.  Call or email to RSVP
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