Dr. Robert MacDonald DAC, LAc

11/12/2022

Everything you need to know about breathwork in TCM! Want to learn even more? Read our blog https://acupuncture-dr.net/health-well-news/breathwork-in-lung-season/

For more guidance with building your qi this fall, schedule an acupuncture session to open your channels and get the most out of the season.

11/07/2022

Check out 3 tips to keep mentally healthy this fall.

While many people embrace the approach of Fall, with its vibrant colors, cooler temperatures, and shorter days, others notice a dangerous shift in their mental health. For some, the decrease in temperature means more time indoors and that can have a negative impact on our physical and mental health....

11/05/2022

10 Immune Support Tips in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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11/02/2022

Taste the healing flavors of autumn in this great Pumpkin Soup Recipe! Happy Fall!

Full recipe can be found here: https://acupuncture-dr.net/health-well-news/falls-best-comfort-food/

10/25/2022

Got Acne, Eczema or Psoriasis? Acupuncture Can Help! Our skin is often the first thing people notice about us. If you suffer from a severe case of acne, eczema, or psoriasis, your skin care may be of utmost importance. Over-the-counter medicine is a common first line of defense, but the side effects are often worse than the issue they are supposed to treat. Read our latest blog to learn more. https://acupuncture-dr.net/acupuncture-skin-conditions/

Then call our office to learn how acupuncture can help. 203-800-7667. We offer a FREE 15-minute phone consultation!

Got Acne, Eczema or Psoriasis? Acupuncture Can Help Our skin is our most visible organ and can often be the first thing people notice about us. If you

10/18/2022

The change of seasons sure can look pretty but is it causing you to have fall allergies? 🍁Read about some simple tips to help you get relief in our latest Health & Wellness blog, https://acupuncture-dr.net/health-well-news/tips-to-manage-fall-allergy-season/

🍁Learn more about how acupuncture can help you by calling our office today at 203-800-7667. We offer a FREE 15-minute phone consultation!

After such a scorching summer in much of the country, Fall is a welcome season bringing cooler temperatures, comforting food, and a gentle lead into winter. However, for many people, Fall also brings with it some severe allergies. While most people may associate severe allergies with the Spring and....

10/11/2022

Acupuncture has been employed as a healthcare modality for over 5,000 years. Acupuncture works as an effective alternative and adjunct treatment modality. It is a safe, effective, and natural approach to help regain and maintain health and well-being. Learn more about how acupuncture can help you by calling our office today at 203-800-7667. We offer a FREE 15-minute phone consultation!

10/07/2022

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know acupuncture can help cancer patients? Learn more in our latest blog. https://acupuncture-dr.net/cancer-treatment-side-effects-acupuncture-to-the-rescue/

Acupuncture works by regulating & balancing qi, the energy that flows through the body along channels called meridians. By inserting needles into points along these channels, or meridians, the nervous system is modified through the stimulation of these points along the body. Neurotransmitters, like endorphins and serotonin, are released, thus relieving pain and restoring the balance of qi in the body.

09/30/2022

Acupuncture to lose weight?! Research has shown that stimulating certain acupuncture points on the outer ear (also known as auricular acupuncture) can help to balance hormones that work to reduce cravings and appetite. Want to learn more? Check out our latest blog: https://acupuncture-dr.net/acupuncture-for-weight-loss/.

Most of us have those pesky few pounds that just won’t release their grip on us. We might try the latest diet or exercise trend but that weight just won’t

09/18/2022

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09/14/2022

Do you want to learn more about how acupuncture can help reduce chronic pain? Our website has all kinds of information that can guide you through a holistic health journey to relieving chronic pain. https://acupuncture-dr.net/acupuncture-for/back-pain/

Then call or message us to receive a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation on how acupuncture can help you achieve optimal health! 203-800-7667.

A safe, effective way to get rid of back pain If you suffer from back pain in , acupuncture can help! Did you know acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help free you from back pain without expensive surgery or medications? These are safe, time-tested, natural approaches to healing. Sched...

09/11/2022

Curious about facial acupuncture? Facial acupuncture might sound like too much to try (you’re going to put needles in my face?), but it really is beneficial to overall health and wellness. Learn what to expect and the benefits in our latest blog.

Facial acupuncture might sound like too much to try (you’re going to put needles in my face?), but it really is beneficial to overall health and wellness.

08/29/2022

Are you suffering from kidney disease (CKD)? An estimated 37 million (1 in 7) Americans are! Click on our blog to learn how & can help CKD & also liver health.

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According to the National Institutes of Health, chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects more than 1 in 7 U.S. adults (an estimated 37 million). And the

08/22/2022

Do you want to learn more about how acupuncture can help reduce stress? Our website has all kinds of information that can guide you through a holistic health journey to relieving stress. Learn more at https://acupuncture-dr.net/acupuncture-for/stress/.

Then call or message us to receive a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation on how acupuncture can help you achieve optimal health! 203-800-7667.

Suffering from Stress? If you suffer from stress in , acupuncture can help safely and effectively! Acupuncture sessions are known to leave patients feeling relaxed and restored. Biologically, the treatments moderate people’s cortisol levels, bringing stress hormones back to their natural levels. C...

08/15/2022

Well, hello there! See anything missing from this photo? YOU!!!! Take this as your sign to call in sick today!

08/14/2022

June was Men's Health Month! But, men's health is important year-round, especially when it comes to the prostate. It's important for men to get checked, especially if they have a family history of issues or cancer.

Something you might not know is there is promising research showing acupuncture is an effective treatment option for prostate health issues.

Facts:

✔2021 clinical trial shows acupuncture was successful at reducing symptoms of prostatitis & the results were long-lasting.

✔2018 review found that acupuncture has the potential to reduce prostatitis symptoms without the side effects associated with pharmaceutical drugs.

Learn more in our latest blog: https://acupuncture-dr.net/acupuncture-for-a-healthy-prostate/

Call or message us anytime to receive a complimentary 15 minute phone consultation on how acupuncture can help you achieve optimal health! 203-800-7667

Prostate health might not be at the top of every guy’s health checklist but it’s important for men to get checked and get checked early if they have a

08/10/2022

Boosting immunity has become the buzzword of the last two years.. Did you know? Acupuncture can help treat a wide variety of conditions that could weaken the immune system by balancing the system itself. Also, acupuncture can increase red and white cell counts, T-cell counts and enhance cellular function for overall wellness.

Learn more in our latest blog:
https://acupuncture-dr.net/benefits-of-acupuncture-in-treating-immune-deficiency/

Boosting immunity has become the buzzword of the last two years of the pandemic as everyone has examined ways to keep their immune systems strong to repel

08/03/2022

During the long, hot days of summer, seasonal allergies may not go away with the change of season. They might just shift to a new or more intense set of symptoms. These warmer temperatures can lead to even more pollen production which can lead to even harsher symptoms than Spring allergies.

Acupuncture can help! Instead of just treating the symptoms of seasonal allergies, acupuncture goes to the root problem by rebalancing the body’s energy systems, enhancing the immune system, and helping the body to heal naturally.

Learn more about cultivating a defensive Qi to fight summer allergies & how acupuncture can help: https://acupuncture-dr.net/health-well-news/cultivating-defensive-qi-to-fight-summer-allergies/

As the rebirth of Spring gives way to the long, hot days of summer, seasonal allergies may not go away with the change of season but might just shift to a new or more intense set of symptoms. These warmer temperatures can lead to even more pollen production which can lead to even harsher symptoms th...