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    I Tried It: Not Multitasking
    I’m sure most multi-taskers think multitasking is healthy and efficient because we get work done faster than usual. But is it really the way to go? Barbara Rowley of Natural Solutions says that multitasking “pushes the brain to work in ways that end up making it slower and more error prone than good, old-fashioned focusing.” When I read this, I thought,...
    by Karla Mercado at June 14th, 2010 at 07:06 am
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    Protect Your Brain
    The mind-body connection comes up more often as science explores the dynamics of neuro-synthesis and I’ve noticed a shift–it seems like it’s not just about valuing longevity anymore but valuing quality of everyday life. Even among my own patients, it seems like they’re asking me how to preserve and improve their health rather than how they can live...
    by Christine Dionese L.Ac at February 16th, 2010 at 08:02 am
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    Your Brain on Acupuncture
    Before I became an acupuncturist, I was a patient. I injured both of my wrists from repetitive exercise to the point of immobilization. My first inclination was: visit an acupuncturist. Without any apprehension I went in for my first visit, then second, and by the third needling session, the pain had disappeared and a range of motion had returned. Was I surprised that...
    by Christine Dionese L.Ac at August 21st, 2009 at 02:08 pm