How to Practice Mind Body Fitness

If you have trouble sticking to an exercise routine that’s based on getting in shape or losing weight, it might be because your approach to fitness lacks an important element. A mind body fitness routine — in contrast to one that just focuses on just the body — emphasizes the interconnectedness of the physical body and the mind and spirit. … Read More

How to Research Acupuncture Training Programs

Posted July 12, 2016 by Joe Calareso, Director of Admissions

So, you want to be an acupuncture practitioner. Where do you start? Some of the first questions you may have are whether now is a good time for you to make a career change, whether the job is really a good fit for you and how to research acupuncture training programs. Doing online and in-person research, and also connecting with a reputable acupuncture college, can help answer questions you have. … Read More

Can You Treat Thyroid Naturally?

Do you suffer from hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism or another ailment that affects the gland that regulates your body’s metabolism, growth, development and temperature? If so, you’re not alone. More than 20 million people in the U.S. suffer from thyroid disease, according to the American Thyroid Association. That’s more than 12 percent of the U.S. population. Many people don’t even know they have thyroid problems. … Read More

How to Learn Massage Therapy

Have you ever wished you could set your own work schedule? Or earn extra income doing something you love? Maybe you want to own your own business, or have dreamt of working abroad. If so, earning an associates degree in massage therapy could be your first step down an exciting new career path. … Read More

Is Becoming a Massage Therapist the Right Career for Me?

Choosing to change careers can be a daunting task. Making the right decision comes down to identifying your goals and priorities, determining what excites and energizes you, and capitalizing on the skills and interests you have. … Read More

5 Ways to Live Better with Health, Vitamins and Chinese Medicine

Holistic health practitioners have long recognized that combining healthy living, vitamins and Chinese medicine is key to achieving wellness of the spirit, mind, and body. These healthy living tips will help you live better -- holistically, every day. … Read More

Does Acupuncture Work for Anxiety?

An anxiety disorder is a common mental illness defined by feelings of uneasiness, worry, and fear. While it’s common for everyone to experience bouts of anxiety at various times, people with anxiety disorders feel an inappropriate amount of anxiety, which is greater and more frequent than what might be considered reasonable. … Read More

When Is the Right Time to Go to Acupuncture School?

Many people know they have a “calling” to do something meaningful with their lives and careers. They want to help people, and they want to make a difference in the health and well-being of others. This passion to be part of something greater than themselves drives the growing interest in careers in acupuncture. … Read More

Holistic Health Careers AMC Alumi Spotlight: Renee Skuban

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Looking for Relief? Treat Back Pain With Massage

Massage therapy helps ease chronic low back pain and improves function, according to a new Annals of Internal Medicine trial. This is the first study to compare structural and relaxation (Swedish) massage. The trial found that both types of massage worked well with few side effects. … Read More

Looking for Acne Treatment for Teens? Try Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acne is caused by imbalanced energies and toxins in the body, which build up over time. … Read More

Consumers Increasingly Turning to Massage for Wellness

Consumers are increasingly integrating massage therapy into their regular health maintenance routines, according to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). … Read More

Acupuncture Boosts Outcomes for Natural In Vitro Fertilization

Infertility affects more than 7.3 million people nationwide, and many couples are unaware of the potential that acupuncture holds for them. … Read More

Is Stevia Better Than Aspartame?

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Healthy Aging Calls for Combining Multiple Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Posted May 26, 2016 by Dr. Daniel Chuanxin Wang, DAOM, A.P. & filed under Holistic Medicine

While a number of studies have shown associations between individual lifestyle factors and a reduced risk of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and various cancers, few studies have investigated how a combination of lifestyle factors might influence mortality. … Read More

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