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Integral Alternative Medicine LLC

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Integral Alternative Medicine LLC

Founded by Maria Cristina Torres, a veteran physician who shifted to holistic medicine and healing.

Helping women over 40 at her alternative medicine practice in Chicago and remotely. She offers personalized care and coaching with natural solutions. We provide Eastern Medicine, including Acupuncture to the Chicago area community. We believe that every patient deserves personalized treatment and that we can help you to take control of your health.

12/15/2025

Did you know acupuncture isn’t only for when you’re sick? In Chinese medicine, prevention is just as important as treatment.

By supporting balance in the body, acupuncture can boost immunity, improve digestion, regulate sleep, and reduce stress before health challenges appear. Pair this with simple acupressure techniques, and you can extend the benefits of your sessions into everyday life.

👉 Read our latest blog post to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/5n95ns7b

12/13/2025

Living with IBS can feel incredibly exhausting. Abdominal pain, bloating, and unpredictable digestion can take over your life. But relief is possible.

In Chinese medicine, IBS often points to imbalances in the spleen, liver, or kidney Yang. Through acupuncture, herbs, and dietary support, we address the root cause of your symptoms, not just the surface discomfort.

👉 Learn more about how we help with IBS in our latest blog post: https://tinyurl.com/27sfnyhw

12/11/2025

Perimenopause is a natural transition, but that doesn’t mean you have to struggle through it. Hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, sleep disturbances, irregular cycles, and fatigue can make this phase feel overwhelming.

At Integral Alternative Medicine, we take a holistic approach to easing perimenopausal symptoms through:

🔹 Acupuncture to balance hormones and calm the nervous system

🔹 Herbal medicine to reduce hot flashes and improve sleep

🔹 Nutritional and lifestyle guidance to restore energy

🔹 Mind-body support for emotional well-being

You don’t have to just “push through” this season of life. With compassionate, personalized care, it’s possible to move through perimenopause with more balance, ease, and vitality.

👉 Reach out today to learn how we can support you on your journey: https://lnkd.in/gXbWNKcE

11/28/2025

The holidays can be especially challenging when you’re living with a chronic illness. Stress, travel, cold weather, and busy schedules can trigger flare-ups, but with the right support, you can move through the season with more peace and less pain.

Our latest blog shares holistic tools to help you stay grounded, balanced, and nourished through the holiday months.

👉 Read here: https://www.integral-clinic.net/navigating-the-holidays-with-chronic-illness

11/27/2025

Fall is the season to support your Lungs + Large Intestine—your body’s protective organs. 🍂 Here’s how to stay resilient:

✅ Breathe deeply with intention
✅ Eat warm, fiber-rich seasonal foods
✅ Dry brush & sweat to release toxins
✅ Sleep earlier as the days shorten
✅ Try acupuncture & herbal medicine
✅ Allow yourself to release grief

Want more tips? Read the full blog post here: https://tinyurl.com/3tz5hbth

11/26/2025

In Chinese Medicine, fall is linked to the metal element and the paired organs of the Lungs and Large Intestine. Together, they form your protective shield against seasonal illness.

When strong, they create Wei Qi, your body’s natural defense. When weakened, you may feel more vulnerable to colds, digestive sluggishness, or even grief.

This season, strengthen your defenses with breathwork, warming foods, acupuncture, and herbal medicine.

👉 Read the full blog post to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/3tz5hbth

11/24/2025

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is the time to focus on supporting your Lungs, the body’s delicate, protective organ. Here’s why:

✅ The Lungs generate Wei Qi (your immune defense)
✅ Strong Lungs = fewer colds, flus, and allergies
✅ Weak Lungs = more vulnerability to illness, fatigue, skin issues, even emotional heaviness

Curious about how to support your lungs this fall? Learn more in our latest blog post: https://tinyurl.com/4bhvrzxh

11/20/2025

Bell’s Palsy can be frightening. It often appears suddenly, with facial weakness, drooping, or difficulty smiling, blinking, or speaking. While many cases improve over time, the journey can feel overwhelming and isolating.

At Integral Alternative Medicine, we use acupuncture and holistic therapies to:
✨ Support nerve regeneration
✨ Improve circulation and muscle function
✨ Reduce inflammation
✨ Promote relaxation and overall healing

Our approach treats not just the symptoms, but the whole person—helping restore balance, confidence, and quality of life.

You don’t have to navigate Bell’s Palsy alone! Reach out today to learn how we can support your healing: http://www.integral-clinic.net/contact

11/18/2025

Did you know autumn is considered the season of the Lungs in Chinese medicine? 🍂

The Lungs are called the “delicate protective organ” because they connect us directly with the outside world through every breath. When strong, they create Wei Qi, your body’s first line of defense against colds, flus, and allergies.

But when weakened by grief, stress, or seasonal changes, you may find yourself more vulnerable to illness, fatigue, or even skin issues.

This fall, give your Lungs the support they deserve. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and even simple breathwork can help strengthen your immunity and keep you resilient as the weather shifts.

👉 Read the full post to learn more about how to nourish your Lungs this season. https://tinyurl.com/4bhvrzxh

11/14/2025

We all have patterns we wish we could change… smoking, drinking, or other habits that feel bigger than willpower.

The truth is, most habits live in your subconscious mind. That’s why willpower alone so often fails. It’s like trying to reprogram a computer by pressing the keys harder.

Hypnosis offers a new way.

In a relaxed, focused state, you can access your subconscious, release old triggers, and create healthier patterns that actually stick.

At Integral Alternative Medicine, hypnosis isn’t about force, it’s about aligning your mind, body, and spirit so change feels safe, natural, and lasting.

You don’t have to feel trapped by old habits. You can step into freedom and create a life that feels balanced and fully yours.

👉 Ready to break free? Book a free consultation today: http://www.integral-clinic.net/contact

11/12/2025

At Integral Alternative Medicine, we believe true healing begins by treating the whole person: Mind, body, and spirit.

With over 30 years of combined Western medical training and Eastern healing expertise, Dr. Maria Cristina provides compassionate, personalized care through:
✨ Acupuncture
✨ Herbal medicine
✨ Hypnosis & coaching
✨ Energy healing

Whether you’re navigating chronic pain, digestive issues, stress, or life transitions, we’re here to help you find balance, resilience, and renewed energy.

Ready to start your healing journey? Reach out today to schedule a consultation: http://www.integral-clinic.net/contact

11/11/2025

Living with nerve pain can feel overwhelming. Burning, tingling, numbness, or shooting pain can affect your sleep, mobility, and quality of life.

At Integral Alternative Medicine, we use acupuncture and holistic therapies to calm the nervous system, improve circulation, and restore balance. Helping reduce neuropathic pain naturally and without heavy reliance on medication.

You don’t have to live in constant discomfort. Reach out today to learn how we can support your healing journey: http://www.integral-clinic.net/contact

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1609 Sherman Avenue Ste 205
Evanston, IL
60201

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.integral-clinic.net/

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After many years in the western medicine world, Cristina Torres turned to a holistic approach with Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a health consultant, providing acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbs consultations to the Chicago community. We believe that every patient deserves personalized treatment, we listen and come up with a plan to support your health and wellness goals. Take control of your health!