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Acupuncture for IBS in Bothell, Washington

Acupuncture and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

April 12, 2023

  Acupuncture and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): What you need to know Do you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? According to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD), an estimated 25-45 million people in the United States have IBS (source). This all-too-common disease is characterized by chronic stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, excess…

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Wellness Tips on Starting Point Acupuncture Youtube Channel

Did you know we have a YouTube Channel?

February 26, 2022

Did you know Starting Point Acupuncture is on YouTube? Yep! If you love our short and informative (sometimes goofy) Tiktok Videos (tiktok: @startingpointacupuncture), then you will love our YouTube channel. On YouTube we dive a little deeper into common question we get on acupuncture, chronic pain, migraine prevention tips, and relevant health topics! Videos are…

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Acupuncture for GERD

Acupuncture Treatment for GERD

January 7, 2022

Acupuncture Treatment for GERD Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into your esophagus – the tube connecting your mouth and stomach. The prevalence of those suffering from GERD is increasing and it often becomes a chronic condition. The standard treatment involves long-term care using proton-pump inhibitors. However, 20-30% of patients…

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Secrets to avoid overeating this holiday season

5 Secrets to avoid overeating this Holiday Season

November 1, 2021

5 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…

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Acupuncture treatment for endometriosis

Suffer from endometriosis? We can help

August 4, 2021

Suffer from endometriosis? We can help Natural and Effective Treatments for Endometriosis and Chronic Pelvic Pain It is estimated that 25-38% of women who report chronic pelvic pain have endometriosis. Endometriosis is a painful disorder where tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside the uterus. This tissue can grow…

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Liver health and liver tune-up

Is it Time for a Liver Tune-Up?

June 16, 2021

Is it Time for a Liver Tune-Up? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season is ruled by a particular organ system and spring is connected to the liver. What does this mean and do you need a liver tune-up? You probably notice changes in the way you feel, both physically and mentally, as the seasons change.…

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Acupuncture for gastroparesis

Suffer from gastroparesis? We can help!

May 2, 2021

Suffer from gastroparesis? We can help!   Gastroparesis is a condition that involves delayed gastric emptying of the stomach. There can be several causes on why a person could develop this including: diabetes, viral infection, post-surgical, autoimmune, medications, or it can be idiopathic “unknown” cause. Patients with gastroparesis often report nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bloating,…

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Acupuncture and detox for optimal health

Top 7 Steps to Detox after the Holidays

January 15, 2021

Top 7 Steps to Detox after the Holidays! When you think about “cleansing” or a detox, it’s likely that Spring is the season that comes to mind.  While Spring is a popular season to cleanse, the benefits of cleansing in the Winter can be great! This year especially, taking time out to support the body…

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Spark Health with a Tune up

Top 3 Indicators You Need a Tune-Up

January 8, 2021

Top 3 Indicators You Need a Tune-Up Do you wake up not feeling refreshed? Are you tired of being tired? Do you suffer from all over joint pain that you attribute to “just getting older?” …might be time for a health tune-up! Here is a list of the TOP three signs indicating that you should…

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Dampness and Optimal Health

What is Dampness and how can Acupuncture help?

January 5, 2021

What is Dampness and how can Acupuncture help? Dampness is an insidious beast. It works its way in, silent and sneaky. Before you know it, you’re filled with it, and you can barely get out of your own way. In the PNW, we are often in a damp climate, especially in the Winter. Cold +…

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