How Traditional Chinese Medicine Enhances Sleep

Acupuncture for easing stress and aiding sleep

Sleep is one of those things that most of us do not get enough of. We’re constantly busy with work and the responsibilities that life puts in front of us. Then, we try to sneak in a little “me time” so that our life isn’t all about the grind. However, the consequences are that we […]

Mindfulness For Enhanced Mental and Physical Health

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At Alternative Health Center of the Woodlands, we prioritize a holistic approach to health that considers the interconnectedness of the mind and body. Your mental health matters, especially as studies have shown the intricate connection between poor mental health and chronic health conditions. Our dedicated team is here to create a healing environment that focuses […]

Discovering Biofeedback And How It Helps Heal The Body

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Ongoing studies have been proving something ancient people have known for millennia. We contain within ourselves the power to drive our own healing. While this ability’s mechanics are only recently becoming understood, the idea’s foundation has always been true. Biofeedback is a process by which we tap into this ability, bringing it to the forefront […]

How To Balance Cortisol Levels Naturopathically

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Putting a high priority on your mental health becomes even more important than normal in times of high stress, especially in light of the continued concern caused by the COVID-19 epidemic. When chronic and out of control, stress and worry may negatively impact your mental and physical health, mostly by increasing the production of the […]

The Signs and Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency

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Magnesium is an important nutrient for our body. It plays an important role in maintaining the health of our muscles, bones, and even our mental health. Hypomagnesemia is the medical term for magnesium deficiency. In its initial stages, it can often go unnoticed by those struggling with it. Less than 2% of Americans are thought […]

How Probiotics For IBS Can Fight Digestive Problems

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There’s been a lot of talk about IBS in recent years. There’s a common misconception that it’s a disease in and of itself. However, as a syndrome, Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a combination of concurrent symptoms throughout the abdomen and bowels. These symptoms may include constipation, diarrhea, and a variety of others. Recently there’s been […]

Understanding The Mind-Body Connection

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Few of us lead lives free from suffering or loss. Anyone who has experienced a painful breakup or the death of a loved one may recall not just their emotional reaction but also their bodily reaction: appetite loss, exhaustion, and sleeplessness. The majority of us can connect to heartache, but why? How might a traumatic […]

RSV: More Than Just a Cold

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One common misconception is that the common cold is just a single disease. In reality, it’s a term used to describe symptoms that a range of viral and bacterial infections have in common. One example is the respiratory syncytial virus or RSV. This viral infection typically appears outside the summer months but can happen at […]

ACL Injury? You’re Not Alone

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You’re not the only one if you tore your ACL. Males and girls, young and old, professional or amateur players in almost every sport, frequently get ACL injuries. Even while most ACL injuries are painful and can end sports careers, it is still possible to live a complete life after suffering one. ACL Injuries Don’t […]

Acupuncture For Pain Management: How Does it Work?

Woman Getting Acupuncture in the Neck Area

Acupuncture is a form of healing art from the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). For countless years it was discounted by traditional Western medicine, and the practice of it in the US was largely unregulated. In 1971 a journalist named James Reston returned to America following their time in China and had an article […]