Author: David Sol
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Faculty Member Alice O’Leary Randall Interviewed by Marijuana Moment
Categories: In the NewsMarijuana Moment, one of the nation’s leading sources for news and developments in the cannabis industry, recently interviewed Pacific College medical cannabis faculty member Alice O’Leary Randall on cannabis reform. She is the widow of Robert Randall, who in 1976 became the first legal user of medical marijuana in the U.S. since 1937–to treat the…
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Is Acupuncture School Worth the Investment? Weighing the Pros and Cons of this Career Choice
Categories: Research & ArticlesIf you have a passion for natural healing, a career in acupuncture could be a good fit. Yet you may have some questions. How long is acupuncture school? How much does acupuncture school cost? These are valid questions and worth considering as you look forward to a potential career in acupuncture. Let’s take a look…
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14 Benefits Of Acupuncture: The Mind/Body Connection
Categories: Research & ArticlesUnlocking the inherent healing potential of the human body can be a challenge. How to solve it? Have you ever thought about acupuncture? Acupuncture is an ancient practice grounded in the wisdom of Chinese medicine, offering a conduit to this natural reservoir of vitality. By nurturing equilibrium among body, mind, and spirit, acupuncture is aimed…
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Holistic Medicine: A Guide for Beginners
Categories: Research & ArticlesThe human body has a wonderful capacity to heal itself, yet many people deprive their bodies of that ability by solely focusing on traditional medicine for most ailments. Holistic medicine takes a whole-person approach to medical care and wellness. As more and more people want to feel better without reliance on drugs, this is an area growing in…
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Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Treatment of Yeast Infections
Categories: Research & ArticlesUp to 75 percent of women will suffer through a yeast infection, or candidiasis, at least once in their lifetimes, and many women experience at least two episodes, reports Mayo Clinic. This fungal infection is caused by an overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Candida albicans. It often leaves women with frustrating and sometimes debilitating…
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Ionic Foot Bath: Effect & Benefits on Your Overall Wellbeing
Categories: Research & ArticlesThe use of an ionic foot bath is becoming increasingly popular, with people touting its benefits for overall well-being. But what is an ionic foot bath, and what are the real benefits? The Ionic Foot Bath detoxifies your body and helps improve your overall health. It can help with conditions such as asthma, allergies, and…
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Improve Your Sinuses Today: What to Eat to Avoid Inflammation
Categories: Research & ArticlesEveryone has allergies from time to time, but imagine your life if you had a stuffy or runny nose, headache, or sinus pressure every day? There is something natural that can not only reduce these symptoms, but make you feel more energized, boost your immune system, and can even improve your skin and hair health: eating foods…
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Massage for Gout
Categories: Research & ArticlesGout is a common form of arthritis. The condition presents itself as a sudden onset of swelling, redness, and pain in and around the joint of the big toe. The condition is caused by high uric acid levels in the blood and the result of this is needle-like crystals formation in and around the joints.…
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Benefits of Tui Na Massage
Categories: Research & ArticlesTui Na, or tuina, is a therapeutic form of massage and has been used in China for more than 5,000 years. Defined as “the ancient healing art of fingers and strength,” tui na (pronounced “twee nah”) has been gaining international attention for its safe and effective treatment for a wide variety of conditions. Tui na…
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Soothing, Natural Cures for Hemorrhoids
Categories: Research & ArticlesMany people suffer from hemorrhoids, which can be uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Hemorrhoids usually occur when the veins around the anus become distended due to constipation, childbirth, heavy lifting, or long periods of sitting. Typical symptoms include itching and irritation around the anus area. In some cases, as the condition becomes progressively worse, there may…