Cholesterol basics Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that forms the membrane structure of every cell of your body. It has very important functions in the body including making hormones, synthesizing vitamin D, and digesting food. When cholesterol levels are too high, it can accumulate in the blood and cause the blood to be too […]
Ingredients 2 cups water 1 cup quick-cooking barley 1-pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium zucchinis, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Dash crushed red pepper flakes 2 plum tomatoes, chopped 1/2 […]
Beyond Fad Diets: The Mediterranean Diet Lifestyle Diet fads come and go. The south beach and atkins diets were all the rage and quickly fell out of vogue, and now the new trend is keto, paleo, or intermittent fasting. All of these diets have die-hard proponents, but many can tell you that the regimented […]
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh hawthorn berries 2 organic vanilla beans 2 organic cassia cinnamon sticks 1 TBSP organic cardamom pods 1.75 L brandy 1 cup raw honey Directions: Put herbs into a half gallon jar Pour brandy into jar Infuse for 4 to 6 weeks Shake daily Strain into another half-gallon jar Stir in […]
MANY skin products contain toxic chemicals that act as endocrine disruptors in our bodies. This means that they interfere with your normal hormone function. What is an endocrine disruptor? A synthetic compound that mimics a natural hormone when it is absorbed by the body. It changes normal signaling in the body, causing problems in the neurological […]
Acupuncture for Self-Care at Acu-Na Wellness Center Celebrating YOU Is your Self Care Routine Missing Something? If you’re not receiving monthly acupuncture treatments, you are missing out on one of the most beneficial therapies around. Keeping yourself healthy and nurtured allows us to bring our best self to all our relationships. When you feel good […]
Acupuncture and The VA Community Care Program Acu-Na Wellness Center is VA Community Care Provider We are so grateful for our veterans’ services to our country. Acu-Na Wellness Center has been participating in the VA Community Care Program (formerly the VA Choice Program) for over 2 years now. It has come to our attention […]
Acu-Na Date Recipes for Wellness Baked Date Bars Ingredients 2-1/2 cups pitted dates, cut up 1/4 cup sugar 1-1/2 cups water 1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, optional 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 tablespoon water Directions […]
Many smokers want to stop but find it hard because of tobacco’s addictive hold. In fact, most people need more than one attempt before they successfully stop. Here are some suggestions to you stop smoking. Do your homework. Talk to ex-smokers. Find out how they stopped and what they found helpful. Find a treatment program. […]
Cauliflower, Coconut oil, Ginger, Turmeric Stew This delicious stew is perfect for vegetarians or meat eaters. And it’s full of healthy fats! Comforting and warm, it is one the whole family can enjoy for dinner. Add in some chicken or tofu for extra protein. If you’re enjoying a bit of grains, this pairs nicely with wild […]