Wed, Jan 04, 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.
It’s official…the excitement of the holidays has passed. Now, the biggest things to look forward to, are cold nights, and short days. Winter can be a dreary time for many, but here are a few tips to make the most of this time of year.
Winter brings its own set of potential health worries. Driving to, or from work in the dark (disrupted sleep patterns). Cold and wet weather (sniffles, colds, and flu), and perhaps some shoveling (aches and pains). Any of these can slow you down. But with a little effort, this can still be a happy and productive time of year.
Many people have disrupted sleep in winter months.
Long nights and cold weather naturally makes us want to spend more time in our warm beds. Unfortunately, that’s often not an option. This is a good time of year to budget more time for sleep. Turn in an hour or so earlier, and avoid stimulating foods with caffeine or sugar, for at least a few hours before bedtime.
To minimize aches and pains from being out in the cold and damp…stay warm and dry. Protect yourself from the elements with proper attire, and stretch well before any physical activity.
Avoid colds and flu by washing your hands often, and getting plenty of rest. Winter is a time of rest and repair. It’s important you give your body a chance to do these things, especially this season. Overwork, and improper diet, can lead to many acute and chronic illness. Get plenty of rest, and eat warm, nourishing, seasonally appropriate foods. If you don’t give yourself time to recoup, an illness will slow you down for sure.
Also, consider that Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine are very effective at treating, and preventing these conditions.
Have a healthy and happy New Year!
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