Posts by Andrew Pacholyk

by Andrew Pacholyk, MS. L.Ac Peacefulmind.com There is both a physiological and psychological component to smoking. Dopamine is a natural substance in your body that dulls pain and increases the feeling of pleasure. This is actually triggered when you are smoking. When you smoke, you elevate your dopamine levels. So when you don't smoke, your body craves a cigarette. If you can quit, you can switch...
6/13/2011 8:03:48 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS. L.Ac. Peacefulmind.com Ghee is a prized remedy in India and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It is considered to be one of the best health enhancers of all foods. It is famous for both its curative powers and as being a wonderful cooking ingredient. It is also called clarified butter. It improves taste and the flavor of food. Simply drizzle a teaspoon over food as you serve...
6/10/2011 12:29:34 PM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS L.Ac Researchers divided 235 sedentary men and women into two groups. One group did traditional structured exercise 20-60 minutes continuously. The other group incorporated into their day brisk walks, stair climbing and other moderate-intensity lifestyle activities. After 6 months, both groups had similar improvements in blood cholesterol, blood pressure and percentage of body...
5/31/2011 5:31:26 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis,: which means "joint inflammation" is a general term for over 100 different joint disorders with symptoms ranging from mild aches and pains to severe swelling and crippling pain. Alternative answers for arthritis include a acupuncture, effective exercise, dietary changes and controlling emotional stress. Taking additional vitamins,...
5/22/2011 3:18:48 PM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS. L.Ac Peacefulmind.com There are hundreds of plants used all over the world, which are used in herbal medicine as treatments for bacterial infections. Here are some of the most accessible and reliable. Bayberry (Myrica cerifera): stimulating the flow of bile, and also exhibits antibacterial activity. Use this herb externally as a poultice. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum): is...
5/16/2011 4:59:44 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS. L.Ac May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis,: which means "joint inflammation" is a general term for over 100 different joint disorders with symptoms ranging from mild aches and pains to severe swelling and crippling pain. Alternative answers for arthritis include a acupuncture, effective exercise, dietary changes and controlling emotional stress. Take additional vitamins,...
5/9/2011 5:46:34 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac. This week I will be discussing the work and energy behind "Flower Power". Not only is it a phrase from the 60's associated with peace and the hippie movement, I find the phrase, itself empowering! So this week I am going to explore the nature of "Flower Power"! The essence of flowers is a subtle, aromatic and volatile liquid extracted from the flowers, seeds, leaves, stems,...
5/3/2011 10:41:03 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac This week is National Fertility Awarenss Week. Especially close to my heart, helping woman get pregnant naturally has been my specialty for many years. This week, I will review the many ways to help increase fertility in both woman and men. In man, symptoms of infertility may have some signs of hormonal problems such as changes in hair growth or sexual function. The quality,...
4/29/2011 6:10:52 PM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS. L.Ac This week is National Fertility Awarenss Week. Especially close to my heart, helping woman get pregnant naturally has been my specialty for many years. This week, I will review the many ways to help increase fertility in both woman and men. Your menstrual cycle is the key to improving your ability to have children, either for the first time or if you are trying to have...
4/28/2011 6:22:07 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk, MS. L.Ac, This week is National Fertility Awarenss Week. Especially close to my heart, helping woman get pregnant naturally has been my specialty for many years. This week, I will review the many ways to help increase fertility in both woman and men. Infertility is often defined when a couple has 1 year of regular intercourse without contraception and has been unable to conceive....
4/25/2011 7:29:49 AM