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Eating Well for Springtime

By admin | Published April 1, 2019

Traditional Chinese medicine says aligning your diet with the seasons is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Mother Nature provides exactly what we need to be healthy. Paying attention to the fruits, vegetables and herbs that grow during different seasons in the region where you live is a great way to incorporate the philosophies of traditional Chinese medicine into your own life and access greater healing. continue reading »

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Boost It With Ginseng

By admin | Published March 18, 2019

Ginseng is said to resemble a human body in shape, and it has been used for years in Asia.  Recently, it has become a popular item in Western culture. Many claims about this root have been advertised, such as its reputation for extending longevity and its use for stamina and endurance. Let’s look at the types of ginseng and the differences.

There are three main types of ginseng used: continue reading »

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Dandelion: Detox With This Yellow Charmer

By admin | Published March 4, 2019

Next time you’re in a wide open field, pasture or meadow dotted with beautiful yellow dandelions, know that these prolific little delights are not only beautiful, but packed with nutrition and offer a host of healthy benefits. Let’s explore this amazing flower. continue reading »

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Lecture on Breast Health

By Jenny | Published February 22, 2019

7 Facts About Breast Cancer

  1. In the US, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
  2. The most significant risk factors for breast cancer are being female and aging. About 95% of all breast cancers in the US occur in women 40 and older.
  3. Getting a mammogram can help reduce the number of deaths from breast cancer by 30 to 40% among women ages 40 to 70.
  4. Breast cancer deaths have been declining since 1990 thanks to early detection, better screening, increased awareness, and new treatment options.
  5. Each year it is estimated that over 220,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will die.
  6. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women.
  7. In the US today, there are more than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors — the largest group of all cancer survivors.

Free Health Lecture on 2/23/19  at 3:00pm

Presenter: Dr. John Nieters, L.Ac. DAOM

Breast Health and Breast Cancer Prevention

Location: Alameda Acupuncture Annex

RSVP to reserve your seat. Seating is limited.

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Acupuncture Sports Medicine Review: Anatomically Significant Points

By Jenny | Published February 17, 2019

This 2-day course is open to all licensed acupuncturists that have completed The Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program.  The purpose of this course is primarily to review the location, palpation, and needling of common sites of injury and dysfunction.

Secondarily, we will review orthopedic testing and assessment. These are the conditions that are most frequently seen in the acupuncture clinic.

What: Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program Review: Anatomically Significant Points

When: June 23-24, 2019

Where: Alameda Acupuncture Annex, 2258 Santa Clara Ave, Ste 3, Alameda, CA 94501

Instructors: Dr. Jenny Nieters, L.Ac. DACM and Kenji Hirabayashi, L.Ac.

Cost: $450

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