Tara Blain R.Ac.

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The Brain's Way of Healing: Laser Therapy The following video is an excerpt from "The Brain's Way of Healing" from the CBC's "Nature of Things" narrated by Norman Doidge, M.D. *Disclaimer: Only Licen...

Acupuncture Restores Bladder Function For Diabetics B-scan ultrasonography confirms that diabetic urination dysfunction is alleviated with acupuncture.

According to the new study, the mechanism of this recalibration is immune-mediated disruption of the dopamine pathway, reducing dopamine release.

Chronic inflammation removes motivation by reducing dopamine in the brain Why do we feel listless when we are recovering from an illness? The answer is, apparently, that low-grade chronic inflammation interferes with the dopaminergic signaling system in the brain that motivates us to do things.

A Columbia University study has found that adversity early in life is associated with increased gastrointestinal symptoms in children that may have an impact on the brain and behavior as they grow to maturity.

Childhood Trauma Can Impact Our Gut Bacteria

New Study: Many cases of ‘dementia’ are actually side effects of prescription drugs Studies continue to show that common prescription drugs can increase the risk of dementia by a surprising amount. Here's what you need to know...

Using traditional Chinese medicine to combat concussions Athletes rave about the approach

An article from Fenruary 2012 about the effect of Tu Chang Shan (Tibetan hydrangea) on autoimmune diseases.

Secrets of ancient Chinese remedy revealed For roughly 2,000 years, Chinese herbalists have treated malaria using a root extract, commonly known as chang shan, from a type of hydrangea that grows in Tibet and Nepal. More recent studies suggest that halofuginone, a compound derived from this extract’s bioactive ingredient, could be used to ...