“Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, … are turned about with a very small helm…. Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things.” (King James Bible, James 3:4-5) Many patients going through the interview process for acupuncture will first have their tongue analyzed for diagnostic purposes. […]
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Most people think of mold as a household nuisance, but for many cancer patients, it can quietly work against healing. Mold doesn’t just cause allergies – it releases toxins (called mycotoxins) that weaken the body in ways that directly affect cancer risk, cancer growth, and how well someone responds to treatment. This is why every
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As women, our bodies naturally evolve through every stage of life—and these hormonal changes affect far more than mood or metabolism. They also influence the strength, flexibility, and healing capacity of our muscles, joints, and tendons—yes, even our feet! One common condition that highlights this connection is Achilles tendinopathy, an inflammation or irritation of the Achilles
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For many patients, eczema isn’t just an annoyance—it’s a life-altering condition. Children scratching until they bleed, parents exhausted from sleepless nights, adults covering up their skin out of embarrassment. I’ve sat across from families who have “tried everything”: steroid creams, elimination diets, allergy medications, even powerful immune-suppressants. And yet, the eczema persists. These are the
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When most people think of chronic infections, they imagine “bad bugs” hiding in the body. What many don’t realize is that microbes have their own defense system called biofilms. These sticky, protective layers act like shields, making it harder for your immune system or even antibiotics to clear infections. One of the key building blocks
“Timken’s Tank” was named after its benefactor, the “Baron of bearings” tycoon Henry H. Timken who bankrolled the $1,000,000 to build it. This unusual sphere was an early hyperbaric hospital. The monstrous steel ball was the pinnacle of over a decade of work by Dr. Orville Cunningham, one of the pioneers of hyperbaric therapy, but
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If you’re in your 40s or 50s and suddenly find it hard to reach behind your back, fasten a bra, or lift your arm without discomfort, you might be dealing with something called frozen shoulder, and menopause could be playing a role. What Is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is when the shoulder joint
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Now Available at Renaissance Health Centre! We’re excited to introduce a powerful new therapy now offered at Renaissance Health Centre — one that helps restore confidence, intimacy, and vitality using the latest advances in regenerative medicine. The O-Shot® (for women) and Male Shot (commonly called the P-Shot®) are non-surgical, drug-free regenerative treatments designed to support sexual function and overall
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Struggling with chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) or interstitial cystitis (IC)? You are not alone — and there is real hope. With advanced training in natural and functional treatment approaches for chronic bladder conditions, I am passionate about providing deeper, root-cause solutions to help you heal. Understanding Chronic Bladder Pain Differently In conventional medicine, recurring
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Artesunate is a derivative of artemisinin, a natural compound derived from the Chinese herb Artemisia. It was initially used for combating malaria, however, recently Artesunate has shown great promise as a cancer therapy. It should be noted that IV Artesunate is 4 to 5 times more active in the body than oral Artemisinin. How Does
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