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Chinese Medicine Series: Yin-Yang Cycles of Life

By Jenny | Published January 27, 2013

Why do I feel tired after a long work day? Why do I get rundown and sick in the Winter? Why is my health declining as I get older?

In this workshop, we’ll explore the concepts of Yin and Yang. We’ll discuss how these forces relate to each other, and how they describe the nature of our activities. We’ll discuss the way in which these forces exist in a natural balance in the universe around us, as well as touch on some practical ways to be conscious of Yin, Yang and balance in our own activities and lifestyles.

To RSVP or for more information, please contact Sarah O’Sullivan at alamedaacupuncture@att.net or 510 301 1718.

When: January 26, 2013 at 10:30-11:30am
Where: Alameda Wellness Education Center,
2258 Santa Clara Ave (upstairs)
Cost: Free
Presenters: Phil Settels, L.Ac., Acupuncturist & Herbalist, Alameda Acupuncture

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Flu Prevention

By Jenny | Published January 24, 2013

Dr. Nieters,
If you have the information at your fingertips, I would love know the doses of Vitamin C & D to take as flu prevention so that I can include them in my newsletter.
Thanks,
Katharine
Owner, Pure Joy Bodywork

Dear Katharine,

Vitamin D
The average dosage of vitamin D to stay at the appropriate serum levels of 56-60 is about 4,000 iu of Vitamin D.  Since most of us are deficient, we should use a loading dose of 10,000 iu for about a month and then go down to 5,000 iu per month during the 6 dark months.

This level is only dangerous in Sarcoidosis patients and those with some very intense cytokine storm problems (maybe 1/1,000 people) and then it is only truly dangerous in the Sarcoidosis patients.

The Vitamin D council recommends 1000 units per 2 pounds of body weight if you think you are coming down with something.  So for 150 pound individual it would be 75,000 iu (minimum) for first three days of viral attack.  I take 100,000 units when I feel that I have been compromised.  I have not missed a day of work for illness in 27 years.

Vitamin C
I recommend a dose of about 3,000mg during cold and flu season.  At the first sign of problems go up to bowel tolerance (enough to cause diarrhea, and then reduce to eliminate diarrhea) which could be up to 100,000 mg or more.  The body needs very high doses to repair the damage done by the virus.  The greatest cause of death from the flu is tertiary level heart attack from the inflammatory damage done to the blood vessels by the virus.

Epicor
Some type of yeast extract is good to increase sIgA levels (secretory IgA levels) on the mucus membranes to increase mucosal immunity.

Mushroom
Mushroom extracts to increase lung and mucosal immunity.

Yin Qiao Plus
This is a tincture from Bioessence (the standard formula Yin Qiao + banlangen, da qing ye, and chuan xin lian would be my choice with mixed herbs) at the first sign of sore throat or viral attack.

Sleep
This is the most important factor. Sleep as much as you need to feel rested.  In January this could be 10-12 hours.  This is “normal” human physiology and not a sign of illness.

Stay healthy.

Be Happy!
John Nieters, DAOM, L.Ac.
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

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Movie Night: Supersize Me 1/22/13 6:30-8:30

By Jenny | Published January 22, 2013

We are hosting a free movie night. Our theme this month is in taking real action to support permanent weight loss. On 1/12 we are starting a 9 day weight loss program and on 1/19 we are following that up with a 21 day detox program. The idea is to start the year off feeling inspired. On 2/12 will be our first Words & Wellbeing book club meeting. The book is about creating a conscious relationship with eating and food. On 2/19 we will have a celebration dinner and raffle with the people who have completed the programs. We have found that these events help us to support you in building community. People who are engaged in supportive relationships experience better health and quality of life. We want to support you in joyfully creating a network to support your life!

Space is limited. Please call or email alamedaacupuncture@att.net to reserve space for you and your guest.
(510)) 814-6900.

When: January 22th, 2013 at 6:30-8:30
Where: Alameda Wellness Education Center, 2258 Santa Clara Ave (upstairs)
Cost: Free

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Stay Sharp: Mental Acuity and Traditional Chinese Medicine

By Jenny | Published January 15, 2013

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Listen to the Lecture The Commonwealth Club Presents: Mental Acuity and Traditional Chinese Medicine 

John Nieters, Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine; President, Academy of Chinese Culture & Health Sciences; Licensed Acupuncturist

One of the major concerns voiced to physicians today is fear of dementia. Worldwide, nearly 36 million people are believed to be living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. By 2030, it is expected that this number will increase to nearly 66 million. Unfortunately, it is not widely known that the majority of dementia cases are preventable. Traditional Chinese Medicine has much to offer in the area of dementia prevention and brain health. Nieters will discuss the importance of blood stasis in geriatric diseases, particularly regarding brain health and various lesser known, secondary diagnostic markers for mental decline.

MLF: Asia-Pacific Affairs
Location: SF Club Office
Time: 5:30 p.m. networking reception, 6 p.m. program
Cost: $20 standard, $8 members, $7 students (with valid ID)
Program Organizer: Sylvie RiveraTue,

Jan 15 2013 – 6:00pm

 

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Free Lecture: Dementia Prevention and Brain Health

By Jenny | Published January 15, 2013
Free Lecture on Brain Health and Dementia Prevention
Free Lecture on Brain Health and Dementia Prevention

 SF City College and the SF Public Library offer free lecture: Dementia Prevention and Brain Health

One of the major concerns voiced to physicians today is fear of dementia. Worldwide, nearly 36 million people are believed to be living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. By 2030, it is expected that this number will increase to nearly 66 million. Unfortunately, it is not widely known that the majority of dementia cases are preventable.

Traditional Chinese Medicine has much to offer in the area of dementia prevention and brain health. Nieters will discuss the importance of blood stasis in geriatric diseases, particularly regarding brain health and various lesser known, secondary diagnostic markers for mental decline.

Speaker: John Nieters, Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine; President, Academy of Chinese Culture & Health Sciences; Licensed Acupuncturist
When: February 25th from 2-4pm
Where: San Francisco Public Library – Main Branch, 100 Larkin Street (at Grove & Market), Accessible by several MUNI and BART lines
Cost: FREE
To enroll: Simply attend the class and fill out a registration form on site. If you would like additional information, please contact Hope at 415.931.8679 or hopelevy@yahoo.com or the Older Adults Department at 415.920.6021
Sponsor: The Older Adults Department of City College in partnership with the San Francisco Public Library

 

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