Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine that has been used for thousands of years to restore health and promote balance and well-being. Acupuncture involves the gentle insertion of tiny, hair-thin needles into specific points on the body. This process stimulates the movement of energy, or “qi,” to promote the body’s natural healing processes. Research has found that acupuncture may alter brain chemistry by impacting the release of neurohormones and neurotransmi

Many people have said that the most agonizing pain they have ever felt was when they were trying to pass a kidney stone. These are typically calcium oxalate stones, though other minerals can sometimes result in stones. Kidney stones range in size, from small, sand-like grains up to 5mm (3/16 inch) and even sometimes even larger. Kidney stones develop when waste products in the urine partially breakdown and clump together over time. Kidney stones may be found in the kidneys, a

Although we use the term “winter” loosely here in warm and sunny Florida, it is still important to take extra care of our immune system in the cooler months. Lack of vitamin D from sunlight along with holiday stress and overindulgence take a toll on our health and immune function this time of year. This combination can make anyone feel run down, and can negatively impact our immune system, making it more difficult for your body to defend against harmful intruders like the col