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Check out the following link to read about this interesting study:
http://www.chinesemedicinetimes.com/article.php/238/antioxidant_effect_of_indirect_moxibustion_on_healthy_subjects_a_pilot_study

Let me know what you think!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, February 13, 2013, Year of the Snake:

I love hemp seeds, also known as hemp hearts. They are the easiest healthy food to add to my diet. Just today I sprinkled some ontop of my eggs in the morning, salad later on, and peas and corn side dish for dinner. I even sprinkled them ontop of my strawberry ice cream! They have a light nutty flavor with a fatty texture. Other great meal ideas to add hemp seeds to are breakfast cereals, smoothies, yogurt, tacos, chicken and fish, or just about anything.

There are many nutrients in hemp seeds. They are a rich source of protein, which can sustain your satiety between meals. They are even a complete protein, containing all the essential amino acids. The fatty taste of the seeds comes from the omega fatty acids of 3-6-9, with a well balanced proportion of omega 3 and 6. other nutrients include magnesium, iron, potassium, and zinc.

The seeds are digestible right out of the bag, and a wonderful way to supplement the diets of all ages. So why not pick up a bag of hemp seeds the next time you visit your natural foods store. You will have fun with your creativity of incorporating these into your diet!

Have a peaceful day!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, February 8, 2013, Year of the Snake:

If you want to have a healthy digestive system, stimulate your metabolism, and increase longevity, you should eat more warm and cooked foods versus raw and cold foods.

In Chinese medicine, the Spleen is in charge of your digestion and metabolism. The Spleen is also in charge of transforming your food to usable energy, and sending the waste downward to the intestines. Since this is how we get our nutrients after birth, the Spleen is a major role in enhancing longevity. The Spleen is also the source of your immune system. It is mother of the Lungs, in Chinese energetic relations.

The Spleen loves warmth, and hates cold. Warm and cooked foods support the Spleen's natural function, such as steamed, baked, boiled, and lightly frying. Hot tea and soup are also great choices. Drink room temperature water instead of adding ice. Eat less raw and cold foods such as salad, sushi, iced drinks.

You will notice great energy, wonderful digestion, and you will not feel sick!

Have a peaceful day!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, February 7, 2013, Year of the Snake:

We are all familiar with the word metabolism, regardless if you love it or hate it! Many of us are plagued with a "slow metabolism". Others faster. How can you tell?

Here is a secret I use in clinic every day. Did you know that you are supposed to have 2-3 bowel movements every day? Most people have just one daily, or every other day. Now, we eat three times a day, and if you are not eliminating 2-3 times, you have to think about where that extra food is in your body, and why is it not being processed.

What can you do about it? I like drinking herbal teas to stimulate the metabolism. Some common ingredients include green tea and orange peel. Other great choices include acupuncture and Chinese herbs!

Have a peaceful day!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, February 5, 2013, Year of the Snake:

Here is a great tip I learned a few years ago in school. If you have a choice between white and yellow cheese, pick the white cheese because it is less inflammatory than yellow cheese.

This makes sense in Chinese medicine. Yellow color of the tongue coating reflects a heat type of condition in the body. This translates to inflammation in the body. White color is more cold, and will not cause any heat or inflammation.

So, when you have your breakfast taco tomorrow morning, ask for monterrey cheese instead of cheddar!

Have a peaceful day!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, February 4, 2013, Year of the Snake:

As an acupuncturist, I treat a lot of patients for weight loss. One of the first things I ask my patients to do is take Vitamin B6.

Your Liver is in charge of metabolizing fats. Not only dietary fat, but all types of fat, including hormones. Vitamin B6 is essential to break down larger lipid molecules into smaller fatty acids, which can then be excteted or used for other bodily functions.

B6 is a cheap supplement, usually around $5. It is water soluble, meaning that your body will use what it needs, then excrete the rest through the urine. It does not build up in the body. Although everyone may need different doses under the guidance of their practitioner, I usually reccomend my patients to take 100mg with each meal, so three times daily. Make sure to source it naturally and stay away from a synthetic version.

I lost over 10 lbs. in 3 months with the only change in my day was adding Vitamin B6. Watch out Dr. Oz, I have a real supplement for you, which has years more research than green coffee bean or raspberry ketones!

Have a peaceful day!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, February 3, 2013, Year of the Snake:

In modern times, our bodies are bombarded with electromagnetic waves. They come from our wireless devices, computers, cell phones, iPads, etc. These days we have an electrical outlet in every wall, which shows a commonly large use of electronics.

Studies have shown that the electromagnetic waves inhibit the pineal gland from releasing melatonin, your sleep hormone. One researcher in Australia has studied these affects, and he hypothesizes the pineal gland recognizes the electro magnetic frequencies as light, which decreases the melatonin secretion.

Here is the biggest thing you can do to improve this inevitable affect. Most of us use our cell phones as alarms, so we keep it nearby. The electro magnetic waves from our cell phones may easily cause insomnia, especially in sensative individuals. All you have to do is turn your phone to airplane mode, and this will dramatically reduce the amount of waves your phone releases. In addition, black tourmaline is incredible at absorbing the electromagnetic waves, and protecting our body from this constant bombardment. I like to use a piece of black tourmaline on my cell phone, and I notice a huge increase in focus and concentration.

Here is a picture of my phone with a black tourmaline wand. I will use both my tourmaline and the airplane mode tonight!

Have a peaceful day and may you sleep well!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.

Health is Wealth Tip, January 31, 2013, Year of the Snake:

There is an old Chinese saying that "if you walk 100 steps after meals, you will live 100 years".

Digestion is crucial to your life. That is how we receive nutrients into our bodies other than breathing. The healthier your digestion is, the longer you will live.

When you eat, try your best to strengthen your digestion. Eat more warm and cooked foods among other suggestions. The easiest thing to do is take a light walk, just 100 steps, and you will notice a huge improvement in how you digest that food.

I took a photo of the hallway at my clinic, where I walked my 100 steps after lunch!

Have a peaceful day!
-Rachelle Lambert, L.Ac.