by Nancy Burns, L.Ac. | Mar 17, 2010 | 1, Beauty, Wellness
As part of Valley Acupuncture ongoing anti-aging strategy we are now offering teeth whitening in our office. This is, however, far more than just teeth whitening, this technology fights gum disease. We use advanced Blue Light Technology to control bacteria commonly...
by Nancy Burns, L.Ac. | Mar 8, 2010 | 1
Spring is a beautiful time of year in Silicon Valley. Our hills are covered with fresh green grass, the fruit trees begin to blossom, the Santa Cruz Mountains are full of bright yellow Acacia trees, and our skies change hourly between brilliant blue and rain clouds....
by Nancy Burns, L.Ac. | Dec 17, 2009 | 1
Beer quells heart disease and chocolate staves off cancer? Though often tagged with a disclaimer, studies that tell us to eat, inhale and generally indulge in “bad stuff” is music to our ears. So go ahead and enjoy these bad-for-you remedies — everything...
by Nancy Burns, L.Ac. | Nov 25, 2009 | 1, Wellness
In the pre-Thanksgiving rush, we have received an early weather report from our in-house weather reporters. This is one, you should be sure to email your Mom. Turkeys will thaw in the morning, then warm in the oven to an afternoon high near 190F. The kitchen will turn...
by Nancy Burns, L.Ac. | Nov 16, 2009 | 1, Health, Wellness
I was asked by a patient today if there is long lasting relief from pain with acupuncture. My answer is yes. As the needles are inserted there is a release of endorphins in the body, endorphins are natural painkillers found in the central nervous system. Studies...
by Nancy Burns, L.Ac. | Sep 28, 2009 | 1, Health, Wellness
How would you recognize a Vitamin B12 deficiency? Apathy, Mood Swings, Lack of Motivation Fatigue or Low Energy Memory Problems or Brain Fog Muscle weakness or tingling in your extremities Long term effects are more serious possibly leading to: Dementia or...