Can Acupuncture Help with Addiction?

Are you or a loved one currently going through addiction treatment in Clearwater? Interested in naturally improving the chances of success while reducing withdrawal symptoms and cravings? At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we offer acupuncture treatment for addiction. Whether you are addicted to nicotine, alcohol or narcotics. Today, we’ll be discussing acupuncture treatment for addiction and whether or not it can be beneficial. Have questions about our services? Ready to schedule an appointment with our acupuncturist near you? Simply reach out, we’d be happy to provide a free 15 minute phone consultation and determine the best treatment option for your needs.

About Our Clearwater Acupuncture Treatments

Acupuncture is a specific modality which has been used for thousands of years to address mental, physical, spiritual and emotional health. It has been used to treat a variety of conditions throughout time, including addiction. During treatment, your acupuncturist will use sterilized, fine needles at specific points on the body to stimulate the nervous system.

How Does Acupuncture Help Addiction Treatment?

Although acupuncture addiction treatment research is somewhat new, it has been used in China since the early 1970s to aid in the withdrawal symptoms of patients who suffer from opioid abuse/addiction. It has been found that inserting and manipulating certain meridian points in the body can actually balance dopamine levels and reduce cortisol in the body, decreasing the withdrawal symptoms and cravings that can occur when kicking an addiction problem. Addiction acupuncture treatment in Clearwater can:

• Reduce addiction cravings.

• Reduce addiction withdrawal symptoms.

• Increase likelihood of success during addiction treatment.

• Improve insomnia.

• Decrease anxiety.

• Improve depressive symptoms.

• Reduce digestive problems.

Schedule Acupuncture For Addiction in Clearwater, FL Today

Interested in support for your addiction treatment? Considering scheduling an appointment for acupuncture? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida today to get started.

Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Improve Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Do you suffer from frequent episodes of abdominal pain? Bloating? Alternating periods of constipation and diarrhea? Have you been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome? Wondering if a more natural approach to IBS treatment such as acupuncture or traditional Chinese medicine would be worth it? Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida will be discussing irritable bowel syndrome and how traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture can help.

What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Irritable bowel syndrome, more commonly referred to as IBS is a disorder which affects the small and large intestines. It is also referred to as spastic colon or mucus colitis in some cases. It is considered a syndrome due to the fact it involves symptoms that vary for each patient that is affected. Common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome include cramping, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, increased gas, stomach bloating, nausea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Episodes of irritable bowel syndrome are often attributed to stress and eating certain foods.

How Can Acupuncture/Traditional Chinese Medicine Help IBS?

From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome can be caused by a dysfunctional stomach, spleen and/or liver. It has been found that acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary modifications and lifestyle changes can all impact the symptoms experienced, reducing discomfort and pain, improving digestion and normalizing the elimination of bowels.

In a 2004 study which was published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it was found that herbal formula containing codonopsis, atractylodes rhizome, poria, psoralea fruit, evodia, siler root, tangerine peel, ash bark, and cardamom was 90% effective in relieving/reducing IBS symptoms in patients for 6+ months. This formula was given twice daily and in certain cases modified to include other herbs depending upon exact symptomology of the patient.

Schedule Natural Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment in Clearwater Today

Interested in treating your irritable bowel syndrome with traditional Chinese medicine/acupuncture in Clearwater? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we’d be happy to get you added to our schedule.

Why Eat A Plant-Based Diet?

When it comes to eating food, there are a lot of different diets available. Many diets aren’t sustainable over time, typically resulting in the patient returning to their old ways. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we highly recommend a plant-based diet. Plant-based diets are highly sustainable and have various benefits for your overall health. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida is discussing these benefits. Have questions? Interested in scheduling an appointment? Simply reach out today.

Boost Your Immune System

With the pandemic getting worse again, now is a better time than ever to be boosting your immune system. Eating plant-based foods can increase vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants in your body, keeping your body more healthy and ready to fight.

Reduce Inflammation

Inflammation in the body has been linked to a variety of illnesses and diseases, making sure you reduce inflammation as much as possible is highly important. When eating a plant-based diet, phytochemicals and antioxidants go around your body neutralizing toxins that enter your body.

Increase Fiber

Eating a plant-based diet typically results in more fiber in the body, this improves the health of your gut and allows your body to absorb nutrients from the foods you consume. Along with this, fiber is known to stabilize blood sugar, low cholesterol and even improve bowel movements.

Healthy Weight

For many people, weight can be a struggle, resulting in cycles of “dieting” that result in weight loss that often returns quickly after. With a plant-based diet, patients are more likely to lose weight and maintain it.

Lower Disease Risk

Research has shown that consuming a plant-based diet can actually lower your risk for various diseases and illnesses, such as cancer, stroke, diabetes and even certain mental health disorders.

Schedule Nutritional Guidance in Clearwater

Are you interested in starting a plant-based diet? Need professional nutrition advice in Clearwater? Dawn Potter Acupuncture would be happy to help, reach out today to schedule your appointment.