Combining acupuncture with Western medicine is gaining interest, leading to many scientific studies that aim to understand how acupuncture can impact our body's defense system.

Acupuncture naturally works on improving your immune system by triggering the body’s production of natural proteins, and molecules, in addition to prompting the release of immune cells, such as white blood cells and T-cells. All of these compounds play pivotal roles in our body's defense strategies.

Acupuncture is all about strategically placing hair-thin needles into your skin at very specific points along the meridians. And here's a fun fact - there are a whopping 2000 unique points on the human body that can be accessed during acupuncture, each with its own special function. We like to think of these points as teeny 'information hubs' that deliver healing messages deep into your body.

So, what's the magic behind acupuncture? It's a fantastic assistant in helping your body restore homeostasis, making sure everything is in sync and running as it should. It improves your circulation, interrupts pain signaling to decrease discomfort, balances your body's chemical makeup and lowers inflammation.

One of the most celebrated benefits of acupuncture is its ability to reduce stress and alleviate anxiety. The stimulation of acupoints can trigger the release of endorphins and other neurotransmitters, which act on the body's pain and stress response systems, contributing to the overall feeling of tranquility. Many people take a much needed "acu-nap" while they are resting on the heated beds and feel deeply relaxed afterwards.

Think of acupuncture as a gentle touch that realigns your body's energy flow, or qi (chee). Acupuncture treats digestive imbalances by regulating the endocrine and nervous systems through the placement of hair-thin needles in specific acupuncture points on the body. These points aid in digestive function and can help to speed up the metabolism, reduce gastric acid secretion, and regulate small and large intestinal functions.

Embarking on the journey towards parenthood is often fraught with a complex myriad of emotional, physical, and social factors. For many, the pathway to conception seems to be littered with obstacles, leading to a growing interest in holistic approaches that complement conventional medical treatments.

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, did you know that 13.1% of women in the US experience fertility problems? And don’t be fooled—fertility isn’t just a women's issue. Statistics show that 30% of infertility cases in the U.S. are due to male fertility factors.

The demands of modern life often place undue stress on women and can make us feel like hamsters on a wheel. Acupuncture can gently apply the brake and slow the impact of anxiety, depression, and the emotional toll of chronic health conditions. This time-honored medicine can stimulate the release of endorphins — the body's natural feel-good chemicals — while also regulating the autonomic nervous system to ease the grip of stress on our hearts and our heads. 

Histamine, the chemical that produces symptoms in response to allergens, circulates in our body all the time. Although this is a necessary neurotransmitter to fight against bacteria and other toxins, when we are exposed to large amounts of allergens and are hit with a big dose of histamine, it can greatly interfere with many aspects of our lives.

The good news is that Acupuncture has proven to be effective when it comes to allergies, and with minimal side effects. Acupuncture can build and boost the immune system, called “Wei Qi” (WAY-CHEE) in Chinese Medicine, which is associated with the Lungs. When these vital systems are strong, the inflammatory response in your body is decreased.