Come learn about how acupuncture works and experience it for yourself! 

Chronic stress can negatively impact every system in the body including digestive, reproductive, cardiac, immune and musculoskeletal. 

Research has shown that acupuncture helps to calm the stress response by inhibiting the hormones that promote stress. Acupuncture is a proven treatment for stress and tension. It reduces stress hormones, releases endorphins and calms the mind. If you’ve never tried acupuncture and you are interested in experiencing it—or if you’re an acupuncture veteran and need to let go of stress—this event is for you! 

Thursday, October 10th 5:00 – 6:30 pm
Light Refreshments Provided 
$25 per person (includes an acupuncture treatment)

Florida Pathways to Health
13500 Sutton Park Dr S. Suite 203              
Jacksonville, FL 32224 
www.floridapathways.com 

Please RSVP, Space Limited:
(904) 992-9930 
[email protected]


  

Before we know it, it will be winter here in Jacksonville. It's hard to believe when the temps are still in the 90's!

Are you someone who seems to get every bug that makes it's way around the city when the cold weather comes?

Here are a few tips to boost your immune system:

• Limit or completely avoid intake of refined sugar. Sugar hugely inhibits the immune system.
• Exercise regularly.
• Receive weekly acupuncture treatments for 6-8 weeks before cold and flu season. Specific acupuncture points can boost the immune function.
• Find ways to manage stress. Stress inhibits immune function.
• Make sure you are getting proper sleep. Ask me how if you are having trouble.
• Ask about herbal medicine for an immune boost. Certain herbs given before cold season can prevent colds.
• Take the zinc challenge test in our office. A simple in-office test can screen for zinc deficiency. Zinc deficiency is widespread and is a common factor in a deficient immune system.
• For goodness sake, wash your hands!
• Eat regular, warm, home-cooked meals. In Chinese medicine, the digestive tract and diet is closely related to the function of the respiratory system. Lung problems like colds and flus and a weakened defensive system can stem from improper digestive function.