CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL Hypothyroidism during pregnancy more common than previously thought A new study shows hypothyroidism during pregnancy may be more common that previously thought, thanks to new guidelines for evaluating thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The study showed hypothyroidism in one in six pregnant women, a 10 percent increase after changing [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL Our acupuncturist (Kristien) was recently featured on Fox Charlotte speaking about Senate Bill 467. Senate bill 467 is a bill that will license Naturopathic Doctors in the state of North Carolina. As alternative physicians, the practitioners at The Holistic Wellness Center of Charlotte thoroughly support this bill because it [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL Endometriosis is a condition where the endometrial tissue develops in the pelvic cavity outside the uterus. Endometrial tissue can adhere to different pelvic organs and will react to specific hormones, such as estrogen. The abnormal growth of endometrial tissue will often grow fibrous tissue and cysts, causing pain associated with the menstrual [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: By Kristien Boyle L.Ac. The acupuncturist at The Holistic Wellness Center of Charlotte. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a common yet debilitating condition that plagues many women. Often causing infertility, PCOS patients regularly come through our clinic’s doors seeking an effective and holistic approach to the [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest. ~ Confucius Reflection is the process in which an image or idea comes back to us, such as looking in a [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL What is the adrenal glands? Ad-renal means on top of the renals (kidneys). The adrenal gland is an endocrine gland that is split up into two parts: the adrenal cortex and the adrenal medulla. The adrenal medulla secretes nor-epinephrine and epinephrine. The cortex secretes cortisol, aldosterone, adrenosterone, and DHEA. [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common behavioral conditions among children. In the United States alone, approximately 4.5 million children between the ages of 5-17 years old are diagnosed with ADHD each year. Research indicates that when treating ADHD, a multidisciplinary approach is most effective; [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL What is the most important part of a car? The normal response would be “the engine.” Take the engine out of the car and then how far are you going to get? Take the cogs out of a watch? How good is a watch then? Take beta [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL We all know that we need to keep our emotions in check to stay healthy. In today’s fast paced, highly strung society, this can be hard to do. Most parents have no help at home. People work overtime just to provide for their families. The levels of stress within [...]
CLICK HERE FOR A FREE CALL Guest post written by Dr. Cushing. Witty subtitles by Kristien Boyle L.Ac. What is Gluten intolerance? Gluten intolerance is widespread in our society; it is a term that includes different degrees of gluten or Gliaden sensitivity. Celiac disease is the most severe type of gluten intolerance. A genetic autoimmune [...]
