Fri, Mar 10, 2017
1239 N. Country Road, Suite 1D, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-601-6491
www.HandsOnAcupuncture.com
Enjoy our weekly wellness tip from Licensed Acupuncturist, Michael Savalli.
An important part of our health, that we often take for granted, is our hearts. In fact, that’s an understatement. Our hearts are essential, we could not live without them, but because we cannot see them unless we suffer from some chest pain, or abnormality, we take for granted that they just work well at doing their job. It’s understandable then, that heart disease is very common, and develops gradually in many people. It is routinely one of the leading causes of death in developed countries.
Our hearts work constantly, pumping blood and nutrients to all our bodies organs. They work very hard for us, what can we do to take better care of them? For starters, maintain a healthy diet, and get sufficient activity and exercise. If you smoke, you might consider smoking less, or better yet, plan for quitting altogether. These lifestyle changes are important for so many reasons, and in the long-term, are arguably the best things you could do for your health. Fish oil is also a good supplement for heart health, as is green tea. Remember that old saying, “an apple a day…”? Well, that goes double for your heart. (Seriously, eat two apples a day!)
Acupuncture can help the heart too. It effectively lowers blood pressure, thus reducing strain on the heart. It also reduces inflammation, (which helps the heart). Herbal formulas can effectively lower triglycerides and LDL-cholesterol, (“the bad kind”), with minimal side-effects. Improving these factors ensures that the vessels that supply the heart muscle with blood stay flexible and free of blockage. That translates to a healthy heart, that can keep doing its job for a long, long, time.
Meet Michael Savalli, MSOM, L.Ac
Michael is a board certified NY State Licensed Acupuncturist, who received his Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine from New York College of Health Professions. While in this program, he also specialized in Chinese Herbal Medicine. If you or anyone you know is interested in staying healthy this season, schedule your appointment and learn how Acupuncture and herbs can boost your immunity.
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Caring For Cancer
Come join us in this beautiful support group and connect with others who have been or are going through treatment. We will be providing a group meditation and mini acupuncture sessions. This event is free and open to the public. Caring for Cancer meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Please call to reserve a seat as spaces are limited.
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In good health,
Elizabeth M. Martin, MSOM, L.Ac, LMT and the Staff at Hands on Health and Wellness