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Emotional and Physical Health: The Ultimate Investments in Your Well-being

Meta Title: Emotional and Physical Health Are Your Greatest Assets
Meta Description: Explore how emotional and physical health are interconnected and why prioritizing them leads to a better life. Learn actionable tips to stay healthy in both body and mind.

Adam Aug 13th, 2025

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Dr. Adam Gries Brings Acupuncture Together With Transformational Life Coaching…

Best Acupuncturist in the Triangle! Acupuncture is an ancient, holistic healing practice that is gaining greater popularity every year as a complementary therapy alongside Western medicine. One of the leading practitioners in North Carolina, Dr. Adam Gries, is a beloved acupuncturist who has made a name for himself by providing acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine along with transformational life coaching.

Adam Apr 21st, 2023

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In Search of Healing Sleep!

Healthy sleep is essential when it comes to having a happy, productive, and creative life. Insomnia affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause a range of symptoms, including difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently throughout the night, and feeling tired and groggy during the day. Did you know that chronic sleep issues can dysregulate the immune system, increase cancer

Adam Apr 20th, 2023

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Angina and Acupuncture

A recent study published in JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association (July 29, 2019) reported that adjunctive acupuncture reduced angina frequency and pain intensity in those suffering from chronic stable angina (CSA). It was found to be more effective than antianginal therapy alone. Acupuncture treatment also resulted in better regulation of anxiety and depression within the treatment period. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀The

Adam Aug 13th, 2019

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Microbiota and Circadian-Metabolic Axis

There is an emerging amount of evidence in gastrointestinal research that associates gut microbiota with factors that impact host circadian-metabolic axis, such as light/dark cycles, sleep/wake cycles, diet, and eating patterns. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Researched published in the journal Microorganisms (January 31, 2019) outlines how “gut bacteria possess their own daily rhythmicity in terms of composition, their localization to intestinal niches, and functions.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀“Current evidence

Adam Jul 3rd, 2019

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Are Energy Drinks Safe?

Energy drinks are a growing industry with a market value predicted to reach $61 billion by 2021. Although commonly promoted as supplements that can boost performance and cognition, it is well known that excessive consumption of energy drinks can result in numerous and detrimental side effects.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀It is estimated that about 30% of teenagers between the ages of 12 through 17

Adam Jun 26th, 2019

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Vitamin D and Hypertension

Is there a link between low vitamin D levels and resistant hypertension? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀A study published in the journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypertension (April 2, 2019) believes that there is, and found a statistically significant association between Vitamin D deficiency (levels lower than 20 ng/ml) and resistant hypertension (a blood pressure >140/90 mmHg despite the concurrent use of 3 antihypertensive agents

Adam Jun 19th, 2019

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What Does Moxibustion Feel Like?

Because I work at a holistic health center, people ask me regularly what the different treatment modalities feel like. So, like last week’s post about acupuncture, I’m going to give you an idea of what moxibustion feels like. If you’ve ever walked into an acupuncture office or holistic wellness center and smelled smoke and wondered what it is, chances are

Adam Jun 5th, 2019

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What Does Acupuncture Feel Like?

As someone who works for an acupuncturist (Hi everyone, I’m Emily, the office manager!), I am frequently asked what it feels like and what will happen during treatment? People’s biggest concern is that it will hurt. I totally understand that concern, so let me break down what my appointments have been like. Please keep in mind that everyone experiences physical

Adam May 29th, 2019

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What To Expect from Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture

Last week we introduced you to facial rejuvenation acupuncture, and we received several inquiries about what to expect throughout the course of treatment. Here’s a little more information on how it works: Patients will experience optimal results when treatments are completed as part of a series of weekly treatments for a period of 10-12 treatments. The information provided below is

Adam May 8th, 2019

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