How To Take Water: Japanese Acupuncture, LLC, Phoenix, Arizona

Japanese Acupuncture, LLC (480) 246-0624:

600 N. 4th Street, Unit 147, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Are You Drinking Water Properly?
Age Ten and Under:
Children demand water more than adults. It is a very natural desire since their cells are multiplying fast. Parents must be vigilant on dehydration. Sometime, on hot summer day, a baby may have fever due to lack of water. Giving enough water may reduce the symptom. Avoid giving them sweet or soda water. Plain water or soothing tea would do better.
Age Between Ten and Twenty:
Drinking lots of water after hard exercise is not so good for the body. Water goes to the blood vessels and the heart is stressed by the process. Proper drinking habit is to drink a cup of water in interval. This way, you are not stressing the stomach and the heart. One reminder: if you hesitate to drink water when thirsty, the blood viscosity becomes thicker and causes to fatigue faster.
Age Between Thirty and Forty:
Required drinking water per day is about 0.7 gallon, of which we supply 1.2 quart of water by drinking. But the amount is not enough when we sweat a lot after exercise. You might want to supplement with sports drinks for minerals lost. I recommend, however, to dilute the drink in half. It is easier on the body. Try to think about creating or concocting your own personal drink according to your body needs.
Age Fifty and Older:
If you weigh 110 lb, your body contains about 8 gallons of water. As we age, the neurological signal for thirst is weakened, and before we realize, the blood looses the viscosity and is hardened. Especially dangerous time is while we are at sleep. Before bed, drink some water. Place a glass of water at bedside and drink it whenever you wake up during the night. Drink water soon after waking.
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Aging and the Blood Vessels: Japanese Acupuncture, Phoenix, Arizona

Japanese Acupuncture, Arizona, 日本鍼灸: 480-246-0624

Japanese Acupuncture, LLC (480) 246-0624:

600 N. 4th Street, Unit 147, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Aging and the Blood Vessels

As we age, the artery and the capillary walls thicken and become stiffer, less flexible. The change makes the blood pressure higher and taxes the heart. Furthermore, the volumes of red blood and white blood cells are reduced, and we become more prone to fatigue and infection. Some common problems are: angina, arrhythmia, anemia, and arteriosclerosis.

The blood vessel synthesizes molecules to keep the layers of blood vessel elastic and to maintain the normal blood flow. Two major components are nitric acid and prostacyclin. Nitric acid causes the muscle of the blood vessel to relax and dilate, allowing more blood to flow therefore reducing the blood pressure. Prostacyclin prevents formation of the platelet and dilates the blood vessel.

Factors Which Reduce Nitric Acid and Prostacyclin

High blood pressure. Diabetes. Obesity. Smoking. Etc.

Diet and Exercise

DHA and EPA reduce cholesterol and keep the health of the blood vessels. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid or omega-3 fatty acid) reduces triglyceride and cholesterol. EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid or omega-3 fatty acid) inhibits the formation of the blood platelet.

Fishes such as mackerel and salmon are good sources of DHA and EPA. Water-soluble (helps decrease blood cholesterol levels) fibrous foods such are seaweeds, tofu, and soybeans are helpful in reducing LDL and plaques. Water-insoluble (makes softer stools) fibrous foods such as burdock root and mushrooms are helpful in easing the digestive absorption, preventing an acute rise of the blood sugar level.

Foods which are rich in magnesium such as bananas, tomatoes, carrots, nuts, and clams help to reduce the tension of the blood vessels and keep them elastic. Potassium (bananas and green-yellow vegetables) reduces the sodium and the oxidative stress.

Eat balanced meals, take less salt, and don't forget to drink enough water in a day. Eat slowly and chew well. Keep up with light exercises. If you are smoker, you must stop smoking (acupuncture is known to be effective if you are willing to commit). Have enough sleep and de-stress.

(About seaweeds: I cannot stress enough the importance of seaweeds in diet. The standard American diet (SAD) totally lacks the element. Our blood plasma is almost similar to the sea content. We need something from the sea everyday. Seaweeds cleanse and oxygenate the blood. They provide with iodine, balance the hormonal level.)

Osteoporosis: Fosamax vs Chinese Herb Formula: Japanese Acupuncture, Phoenix, Arizona

Japanese Acupuncture, Phoenix, Arizona, 日本鍼灸: 480-246-0624

Japanese Acupuncture, LLC (480) 246-0624:

600 N. 4th Street, Unit 147, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Osteoporosis and Fosamax, Actonel, and Boniva (bisphosphonate drugs)

Side effects of bisphosphanate drugs are: ulceration of esophagus, gastric and duodenum, and osteoporosis of the jaw. FDA has reported that the drugs may carry an increased risk for esophageal cancer.

Acupuncture & Chinese Herb Formula

Acupuncture is effective in increasing bone formation. In Oriental Medicine, the bone and the bone marrow formations are related to the kidneys. Chinese herb formula, Ba Wei Di Huang Wan is good for controlling the process of bone resorption. The formula is also good for diabetes, any kidney ailment, sore lower back and knee pain, and even for alzheimer (Honso studies), etc.

Endometriosis, Infertility, & GYN Problems: Japanese Acupuncture, Phoenix, Arizona

Japanese Acupuncture, Arizona, 日本鍼灸: 480-246-0624

Japanese Acupuncture, LLC (480) 246-0624:

600 N. 4th Street, Unit 147, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Endometriosis, Infertility, & GYN Problems

Cause of endometriosis is not yet known and is the subject of much studies. Unfortunately, there is no cure by western medicine. NSAIDs, steroids, and hormone therapy are available. Many women with infertility have endometriosis.

Acupuncture and Chinese Herb Formula

Acupuncture is very effective in treating endometriosis and other GYN problems. From the oriental medicine point of view, a hysterectomy is unnecessary due to the effectiveness of acupuncture and supplemental Chinese herbs. Chinese herb formula named, Dang Gui Shao Yao San (Tangkuei (angelica sinensis) and Peony Powder), is famous and effective for endometriosis, infertility, and most of GYN problems.

High Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Reduction: Japanese Acupuncture, Phoenix, Arizona

Japanese Acupuncture, Arizona, 日本鍼灸: 480-246-0624

Japanese Acupuncture, LLC (480) 246-0624:

600 N. 4th Street, Unit 147, Phoenix, AZ 85004

High Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Reduction Drugs vs Chinese Herb Formula

Propanolol, acebutolol, and metoprolol are beta blocker drugs. Although they are important drugs for the heart, they have side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, dyspnea, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, depression, sexual dysfunction, etc.

Lipitor, zocor, pravacol, and mevacor (lovastatin) which are all statin drugs have serious side effects such as rhabdomyolysis (rapid break down of skeletal muslces which may lead to acute kidney failure). The effect is increased if taken together with erythromycin (antibiotic).

Acupuncture & Chinese Herb

Acupuncture is an effective mean to reduce high blood pressure. Luckily,

there are many herbs which reduce blood pressure and cholesterol level. They are hawthorn berries, wolf berries, reishi (mushroom), red rice yeast, etc. These herbs do not interfere with beta blockers and do not reduce its effectiveness.

Arthritis: Enbrel vs Chinese Herb Formuala: Japanese Acupuncture, Phoenix, Arizona

Japanese Acupuncture, Arizona, 日本鍼灸: 480-246-0624

Japanese Acupuncture, LLC (480) 246-0624:

600 N. 4th Street, Unit 147, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Arthritis: Enbrel vs Chinese Herb Formula

Arthritis medicines such as Enbrel, Remicade, Humira, and Cimzia, all have some serious side effects such as histoplasmosis (disease caused by the fungus) due to their immunosuppressant capability. These drugs carry a warning label of the risk of serious infections that can lead to hospitalization or death.

Chinese herb such as dried ginger, altractylodes, hoelen, and angelica have the essence to improve or balance the immune system without suppressing it. If used with aconite (detoxified herb), they reduce inflammation faster. Aconite also warms the body and increases the metabolism to strengthen the body.