Who doesn’t have an overload of stresses—big or small–right now? From worrying about catching COVID, paying bills, balancing work and kids, navigating new challenges in a pandemic, there is no shortage of stress to daily life now.
February is American Heart Health Month. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in this country, with more than 800,000 heart attacks occurring each year in the U.S. alone?
Heart disease occurs when oxygen and nutrients have trouble flowing in and out of the heart. This is usually caused by plaque buildup in the arteries that happens when there is damage to the vessel walls. Some common culprits? High blood pressure, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, smoking, and of course—STRESS!
Over time “small” stressors have the sympathetic response working overtime (also known as “fight or flight” response) and it starts to negatively impact digestion, sleep, mood and of course our heart.
The antidote to the “fight or flight” response is an activation of the parasympathetic nervous system which is responsible for functions that allow us to rest, digest, and heal. This is what helps bring our heart rate, blood pressure and blood sugar levels back to normal. Acupuncture is extremely effective at activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
Acupuncture is an excellent way to help your heart! Consistent treatment can bring your system back into balance and potentially reverse the negative impacts of chronic stress, helping to prevent further damage such as heart disease. And the great thing is that it doesn’t take a lot of time or effort.
But that’s not all … acupuncture also supports the heart by:
* Easing seasonal affective disorder (common in February!) to reduce stress
* Promoting endorphin flow, the “happy hormones” that help regulate mood
* Stimulating blood flow
* Reducing inflammation and glucose levels
And the great thing is acupuncture is easy to schedule, and requires little effort or time.
Fish Oil for Your Heart One essential supplement MUST HAVE for the heart is fish oil. Findings show omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may help to:
* Lower blood pressure
* Reduce triglycerides
* Slow the development of plaque in the arteries
* Reduce the chance of abnormal heart rhythm
* Reduce the likelihood of heart attack and stroke
* Lessen the chance of sudden cardiac death in people with heart disease
Coenzyme Q10 for Your Heart + More We love this stuff. Besides being a great heart helper, this nutrient is amazing for its anti-aging properties, fertility support, migraine support, and mitochondrial support to enhance fitness performance. Happy mitochondria = more energy! It may even help counteract the adverse effects of statin medications, which so many people use. Typically, 90–200 mg of CoQ10 per day are recommended, though some conditions may require higher dosages of up to 300–600 mg/day.
February Promotion—Sharing Is Caring!
Now offering $105 off initial acupuncture appointments during the month of February. Refer a friend and get a bonus cupping session, and your friend too!
Refer two friends and get an additional 20% off your treatment!
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