The Benefits of Green Tea

When it comes to drinks, water is obviously the most recommended for your overall well-being. Another great option is green tea. While it does contain caffeine, it is lower than most other teas and coffees and even has different benefits that have been discovered through studies. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida is discussing the various benefits of green tea. Have questions? Interested in a more natural approach to your healthcare? Give us a call, send us a message or visit our booking site. You can even schedule a free 15 minute phone wellness consultation.

Green Tea May Provide Brain Aging Protection

Want to make sure your brain is as protected as possible? Numerous studies have shown that compounds such as catechin in green tea may actually have protective effects on neurons, possibly reducing the risk of dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s. You can read more about these various studies by following these links

Neurological mechanisms of green tea polyphenols in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases

Tea Polyphenols in Parkinson's Disease

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Simultaneous Manipulation of Multiple Brain Targets by Green Tea Catechins: A Potential Neuroprotective Strategy for Alzheimer and Parkinson Diseases

Green Tea May Reduce Bad Breath

Do you find yourself with bad breath even after properly brushing and such? Certain bacteria in the mouth lead to bad breath, luckily, some research has shown that polyphenols found in green tea may have antimicrobial and deodorant effects. More information about these studies can be found here:

Green tea: a promising natural product in oral health

Green tea extract and its major constituent epigallocatechin-3-gallate inhibit growth and halitosis-related properties of Solobacterium moorei

Green Tea May Increase Metabolism/Weight Loss

Chances are if you have looked at any weight loss product, you’ve seen green tea or some component of it listed. Some research has indicated that green tea can promote fat oxidation helping with increased weight loss. Interested in learning more? Visit the links below: Efficacy of a green tea extract rich in catechin polyphenols and caffeine in increasing 24-h energy expenditure and fat oxidation in humans

Green tea extract ingestion, fat oxidation, and glucose tolerance in healthy humans

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Interested in other natural approaches to wellness and healthcare? Dawn Potter would be happy to help. We offer acupuncture, massage, nutritional guidance, red light therapy and various other treatment options. Schedule your free 15 minute telehealth wellness consultation today.

Clearwater Acupuncture For Long-Covid?

Although covid is somewhat fairly new, it has wreaked havoc across the world, including the United States, Florida and the Clearwater area in specific. A rise in patients with symptoms such as fatigue, pain, weakness, anxiety has been occurring. Requiring new treatment options and approaches. Today, we’ll be discussing the recent research on acupuncture and long-covid treatment. Have questions? Ready to schedule your appointment with Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida? Reach out for any of your needs.

What Are The Common Long-Covid Symptoms?

Although covid is a somewhat recently problem in the world, we have already seen the devastating effects it can have on people, including death. Long-covid symptoms are another big problem we are facing around the world currently too. Those with long covid symptoms typically experience fatigue, headaches, sleep issues, mood issues, anxiety, joint pain, muscle soreness, memory loss, brain fog and even shortness of breath. This can be extremely debilitating, resulting in some having to stop working completely to try and address the impact it has had on their life.

How Can Acupuncture in Clearwater Improve Long-Covid?

According to recent search in regards to acupuncture and the impact it can have on long-covid symptoms, it can help with:

• Regulating vagal tone/the vagus nerve.

• Manages vasoconstriction throughout the body.

• Normalizes nitric oxide in the body.

• Decreases reactive oxygen species production.

• Reduces viral replication.

• Improves adaptive immunity.

• Balances autonomic nervous system.

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Do you or a loved one suffer from the symptoms caused by long-covid? Interested in a more natural approach to your care? Considering long-covid acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida? Schedule your free 15 minute phone consultation today. We would be happy to help with any of your needs.

Is Our Clearwater Red Light Therapy Right For You?

Interested in a more natural treatment option that can improve skin appearance? Reduce the signs of aging? Improve healing? Reduce pain? Increase energy levels? You may be interested in our new red light therapy in Clearwater, Florida! At Dawn Potter Acupuncture we are dedicated to providing a more natural approach to care and offer a wide range of treatment options, from red light therapy and acupoint injections to manual therapies such as massage and acupuncture. Interested in finding out if red light therapy may be right for you? Contact us today to schedule your free 15-minute discovery call to discuss your health and exact needs.

What Exactly Is Red Light Therapy?

Red light therapy (also known as Phot biomodulation or low level light therapy) uses light in the invisible near-infrared / visible red light spectrum. Using low wavelength red light can help to reduce inflammation, increase circulation throughout the body, improve brain health and even boost energy production.

How Does Red Light Therapy Work?

During red light therapy in Clearwater, low wavelength red light is utilized to improve the body in various ways. It can help to rejuvenate skin, hair and boost production of collagen all while breaking down fat cells. It can improve skin quality, reduce issues and even result in a more youthful appearance when used on the face. It has also been shown to improve healing, being useful for those that workout or do strenuous exercise.

What Can I Expect During Red Light Therapy in Clearwater?

Red light therapy is actually quite simply, you’ll be given a 30 minute appointment with 22 minutes using red light therapy. You can target one side of your body, both sides or whatever your goal is for the moment. Red light therapy is not an instant fix and does require consistent appointments over an extended period of time depending upon desired results.

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Ready to schedule your Clearwater red light therapy? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today to get started.