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Acupressure to Improve Digestion

Written by Jamie Xu, Acupuncturist on . Posted in Blog, Newsletters.

~ Jianmin (Jamie) Xu, Registered Acupuncturist

With Christmas approaching, it is the season of holiday cheer, family gatherings, parties, travel, shopping, cooking and cleaning. Many people cope with digestive disorders caused by holiday stress, not getting enough sleep, and overeating. Acupuncture is extremely effective at treating a vast array of digestive disorders such as acid reflux (GERD), distended belly, gas and bloating. Below are some tips on how to do acupressure on yourself to improve your digestive function.

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Acupuncture Points to Boost your Immune System

Written by Jamie Xu, Acupuncturist on . Posted in Blog, Newsletters.

Acupuncture and AcupressureFollow this self-acupressure treatment routine to support your immune system and ward off colds and flus this season:**

1. Get into a comfortable position.

2. Spend 30 seconds on each point, following the order shown below. Apply firm pressure while breathing steadily into your abdomen.

3. As a maintenance routine, you can do this once in the morning and once before bed. If you start feeling fatigued, weak, or like you might be coming down with something, up it to three times a day.

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