Acupuncture And Obesity – Abraham C. Kuruvilla, MD
ABSTRACT Background The prevalence of obesity is increasing in the United States. Treatment options for obesity include a reduced-calorie diet, increased activity, behavior modification, pharmacotherapy, and surgery. In addition to these treatment options, acupuncture may be an effective adjunct therapy. Objective To describe the efficacy of acupuncture in the management of obesity when administered in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. Design Prospective, randomized controlled trial from FebruaryApril...
read moreThe Mirror Exercise
This exercise is one of series taught to me years ago by Dr.Francis X.Clifton of NYC. (www.farancenter.org) It can be very helpful to relieve anxiety or stress. It has an application for actors needing to get out of character when the day’s work is done and back to themselves. I have republished Doctor Clifton’s original text verbatim The following imaginal exercise if performed daily, will relieve emotional stress and strain within your life Each exercise is begun by closing your eyes and breathing in and even and...
read moreHealing is not the same thing as curing
Healing is not the same thing as curing. Curing illness is for doctors. Healing is about who you are while you are going through it.
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