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What you need to know about Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon (large intestine). Chronic inflammation of the colon can lead to damage to the lining of the colon (large intestine). What causes Ulcerative Colitis? There are many factors that contribute to UC including: Food allergies/sensitivities Stress Genetics/family history…
Find Out More5 Tips for a Healthy Brain Do you suffer from brain fog? Not as quick to remember tasks or just feel “foggy?” This might be the perfect time to integrate healthy brain tips into your daily life to ensure your brain is functioning optimally! Here are some easy, simple ways to keep your brain in…
Find Out MoreLearn 5 ways to boost your fertility Struggling to get pregnant? About 10 percent of couples struggle with infertility and an inability to conceive, according to the Centers for Disease Control. For those struggling to have children, fertility treatment can become tiring and expensive very quickly. Check out these top 5 ways to boost fertility.…
Find Out More5 Secrets to avoid overeating this Holiday Season It is that time of year again!…Holiday Season There are so many temptations from holiday gatherings, dinners, and parties. These events often come with an expectation to over indulge, drink more than we normally do, and be a little more sedentary. This often sets us up for…
Find Out MoreTransitioning to Fall The leaves are changing and temperatures are getting cooler. This season is a time for the body to begin gathering energy for the colder months to come. Transitioning to fall can come with challenges but eating the right foods and staying at the top of your game will help keep you healthy…
Find Out MoreManaging Chronic Migraines Are migraine triggers a myth? At Starting Point Acupuncture, we commonly treat patients with chronic migraines. Some people know their migraine triggers while others do not. We often find that people typically have multiple triggers. Migraine triggers don’t necessarily cause a migraine; they are simply factors that increase the likelihood of getting…
Find Out MoreHow to get more healthy fats in your life If you’ve been scared to eat much fat because you think it’s unhealthy, it’s time to get your head around which fats are actually bad for you. It’s true that some fats are definitely best kept to an absolute minimum (trans fats are a big culprit…
Find Out MoreMindful Eating for Optimal Heart Health As a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, I understand the body as a complex system of energies and organs, all working together as a whole unit. However, when an acupuncturist talks about an organ, like the spleen, heart, or kidneys, they are not referring to the physical organ that sits…
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