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Welcome Ciara!
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Body In Balance is very excited to announce a new addition to our clinic. Ciara McNiff is joining our team and bringing an extensive practice with her. She previously worked in an inter-disciplinary setting with midwives, naturopaths, massage therapists, counsellors and other health practitioners with a focus on fertility, pre and post natal care. Ciara is very interested in diet therapy, herbs and supplementation and will be moderating a new forum all about supplements and vitamins. Click HERE to ask Ciara a question! |
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Facial Rejeuvenation
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With the recent study exposing the harmful side effects of Botox, acupuncture offers a safer and more holistic alternative. Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture revitalizes the face while supporting and nourishing overall health.
The Benefits of Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture may include:
- Improved muscle tone and dermal contraction
- Increased collagen production
- Decreased puffiness around the face
- Elimination of fine lines on the face
- Reduction of larger wrinkles
- Tightening of the pores
- Reduction of stress evident in the face
- Emergence of one's innate beauty and radiance
Call (403) 289-0040 ext 264 to book your appointment.
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PCOS & Exercise Study
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A new study published in The American Journal of Physiology this month reviewed acupuncture's role in the treatment of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). One group received acupuncture for 4 months as well as instruction to exercise 3 times a week, while the control group just received information about the benefits of exercise. The study showed that activity in the sympathetic nervous system was
lower in the women who received acupuncture and in those who took
regular exercise than it was in the control group. The acupuncture
treatment brought further benefits with regular mestruation and a decrease in testosterone.
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Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
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This delicious recipe given to me by a close friend is perfect for the upcoming fall weather. Not only does it allow you to take full advantage of those fresh root vegetables, according to Chinese Medicine Diet Therapy it is the perfect combination for the upcoming chill in the air. The spices will warm you up, while the squash and carrots provide an abundance of Vitamin A. Among many other functions, Vitamin A is important for immunity by moisturizing and protecting the structural integrity of the mucus membranes. This helps the body fight off infectious agents - perfect as the kids head back to class!
Creamy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
1/2 cup of celery
1/2 cup of apples
3 1/2 cups of chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup of apple cider
5 1/2 cups of cubed butternut squash
1 1/4 cups of chopped white onion
1/2 cup of carrots
1/2 cup of cream
1/2 tbsp of allspice
salt to flavor
1. saute butter, celery, carrots, squash, onion and apple for 10 minutes.
2. add stock, cider and spices and bring to a boil then simmer for 30 minutes.
3. run through blender and add cream.
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