AIMA on Point

Having your own personal summer, all year long?

This RECENT STUDY confirms that acupuncture works for vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) in menopause:  209 perimenopausal and postmenopausal women aged 45 to 60 years found that a course of acupuncture treatments was associated with significant reduction in vasomotor symptoms, and with several quality-of-life measures (including sleep quality, depressive symptoms, somatic symptoms, and anxiety) in comparison with no […]

By |June 17th, 2016|Health|

What exactly does “INTEGRATIVE” mean?

Ok, so most of the locals know that “AIMA” in AIMA of Nashua, PLLC stands for “Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Associates”. But what exactly does “INTEGRATIVE” mean?

Guess what? Coffee counts toward daily fluid intake.

This study published in PLOS ONE reveals some good news – you can count that coffee towards your daily hydration requirement. Just don’t over do it!

By |May 16th, 2016|Diet|

Our Open House was a Success: Thank You!

Sincere thanks to everyone who came to the AIMA of Nashua, PLLC Open House and NH Health and Wellness Grand Opening last night! We hope you enjoyed the opportunity to meet and chat with us, savored the great food from Chef David, and enjoyed taking a peek at our offices. We sure did fill the 3rd […]

By |May 13th, 2016|Events, Fun|

Join Us: Open House Tomorrow! 4 – 8 PM

Looking for something fun to do tomorrow night? Come to the AIMA of Nashua PLLC Open House  and NH Health and Wellness Grand Opening. We will have great food from Chef David NH! Join us tomorrow – Thursday, May 12th from 4 – 8PM on the 3rd floor of the Telegraph Building in downtown Nashua at 60 […]

By |May 11th, 2016|Events|

Why Your Foot Size Changes Over Time

Do your feet seem to be getting getting bigger? And they hurt more? Why?! Cleveland Clinic explains it here:

You’ve worn size 9 shoes for as long as you can remember. They always fit perfectly — and then one day, they just inexplicably don’t. Try as you might, you can’t cram a foot into that familiar […]

By |April 15th, 2016|Health|

Open House ~ Celebrate with us on on May 12th from 4 – 8PM!

Time to Celebrate!

What?
AIMA of Nashua, PLLC Open House and NH Health & Wellness Center Grand Opening

When?
Thursday, May 12th from 4PM – 8PM

Where?
Downtown Nashua in the Telegraph Building – 60 Main Street, 3rd Floor (AIMA at #310 and NHH&W at #320)

Why?
Bring a friend for a fun evening! Enjoy some great food – healthy and delicious tastings […]

By |April 1st, 2016|Events|

What are Heart Palpitations? Should I Worry?

Heart palpitations can be alarming, but are they dangerous?

http://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/be-still-my-beating-heart?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=GB20160330%2DStress&mid=10828686&ml=112908

 

 

By |March 30th, 2016|Health|

Hosting Easter Brunch? Stay Healthy! 8 Food Prep Do’s and Don’ts

Tips for Food Safety and a Clean Kitchen

Registered dietitian Laura Jeffers, MEd, RD, LD gives these guidelines for food safety.

Don’t rinse meat before cooking. Many people believe you should wash or rinse raw poultry, beef, pork, lamb or veal before cooking, but it’s actually not necessary. Any bacteria that might be on it will […]

By |March 25th, 2016|Health|

What’s in a Name?

Patient. Client. Customer. Which term do you prefer?

Consider a hypothetical situation:  You have a swollen and painful ankle that has been ailing you, and you decide to visit your doctor to receive a diagnosis and treatment. On the day of your visit, you (as a patient) receive a diagnosis, health care services, and instructions on self care for […]

By |March 13th, 2016|Care|