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Monica Wicke and Audrey Clare Davies 2 months ago Albuquerque Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine is a local clinic specializing in the treatment of complex chronic conditions such as neurological disorders and autoimmune diseases. The clinic is led by Dr. Andrea Brogdon, who specializes in combining Chinese and Western medicine techniques to help patients heal. Her goal, she says, is to bring hope to cases that seemed hopeless and help patients regain their lives. New Mexico Living visited his clinic and spoke with Dr. Brogdon about how he addresses and treats patients with multiple, complex chronic problems. “Let’s face it, life…
Mindfulness meditation seems to save us all from anxiety and depression. This is also big business. In 2015, this growing industry earned him nearly US$1 billion. Revenue comes from speaking engagements, workshops, books, and an app to guide you through the process. His popular Headspace app he claims has been downloaded 70 million times. Calm, the #1 Meditation App, Over 150 Million! Considering the state of our world, it’s no surprise that the number of people seeking relief from daily stress is unsurprising. But will it work? Mindfulness meditation has been the subject of scrutiny by scientists. The number of…
aThe rise in gin is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean we should stop trying to slow it down. And the easier the intervention, the better.In a study published in American Journal of Clinical NutritionResearchers report that taking over-the-counter multivitamins can slow age-related cognitive decline by up to two years.The trial is part of a series led by Massachusetts General Brigham scientists comparing people 60 and older taking Centrum Silver to those taking a placebo. It was funded by the National Institutes of Health and Mars Edge, a branch of the food company Mars Inc., and Centrum maker Haleon donated the…
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During the 6-month intervention, the children lost weight and their average BMI decreased by about 1 unit. Waist circumference and triceps subcutaneous fat thickness also decreased. By her first year after completing the program, these changes had been partially reversed. (Although participants were encouraged to maintain their lifestyle changes at the end of the six-month intervention, it is common to return to old habits to some degree after a weight loss program ends, the scientists say.) pointed out) From baseline to the end of the 6-month program, children’s average telomere length increased significantly. The following year, when their healthy habits…
In the world of low-impact workouts approved by “It” girls, two forms of exercise reign supreme: yoga and Pilates. Although the results are similar (core strength, toned muscles, etc.), they are actually very different. So how do you choose between the two?Which workout is right for you and your needs depends on several different factors. So if you’re wondering whether he should do Down Down Dog five days a week or invest in a package of Pilates classes, here are some things to consider.What is Pilates?As Dr. Melissa Lever, director of emergency department sports medicine at Mount Sinai Health System,…
Are you looking for a quality cleanser that won’t dry out your skin? A cleanser that will turn back time instead of exfoliating until you’re red and inflamed? We’ve got you covered. Botanic Tree’s Kombucha & Glycolic Acid Anti-Aging Face Wash is all the rage right now, and it’s easy to see why. It gently exfoliates, smooths mature skin, reduces signs of aging like dark spots and wrinkles, and much more. And with a long-lasting bottle for just $25, it’s a great deal.AmazonThis anti-aging cleanser uses glycolic and salicylic acids to smooth and soften skin, eliminate redness, and reduce the…
Even though we’re only three weeks into the new year, many of us haven’t moved on from the year-end burnout of 23 years and are in desperate need of a little relief. Gray Wolfe London is a spa in Barnes, west London, with a mission to look at wellness holistically. Unlike traditional spas where you walk in, get a massage or facial, and leave, Gray Wolfe guarantees that every treatment enhances your mindset and emotional well-being. Last year, I was lucky enough to try Gray Wolf Holistic Recharge, a massage that combines sound healing, crystal healing, meditation, chakra balancing, aromatherapy,…
I believed that growing old meant losing eyesight, hormones, collagen, memory, and ultimately friends and loved ones. But I have learned that what comes from loss and old age is the ancient privilege of being an elder, someone who shows others the way. My “elder” story quietly took root on the terrifying morning of my eldest son’s funeral. So I sat in the front seat and listened to family and friends talk about Tommy, the 12-year-old boy who had gone to sleep that night earlier that week. We didn’t know why, and we still don’t. Doctors believe it was his…
Hypnobirthing has become mainstream for many mothers-to-be in the lead-up to their birth, but more women are now turning to more intensive and targeted hypnotherapy courses to positively shape their birth. I am. One of those women was me. I decided to try hypnotherapy last year before the birth of my first child, but before I share my own experience with hypnotherapy, a little background. To be honest, I was pretty shocked when I found out I was pregnant. We weren’t making any effort and had just returned from a crazy months trip across three continents. That’s when two amazing…