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    • 2011-08-22

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      A little history on Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture

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      Acupuncture treatment for facial rejuvenation can be traced back as far as 2000 years ago. The old document describes the combined application of acupuncture, herbs, and food for a rejuvenated life, hence a more vibrant face and body. According to Traditional Chinese medicine the entire channel organ systems converge in the face and that is why proper functioning of the body will directly affect the face.  The fountain of youth is from inside out, but imagine if the internal system is aged. A face-lift might make you look 10 years younger, yet without a healthy glow it cannot be considered young and beautiful.

      Cosmetic acupuncture, known as ‘facial rejuvenation acupuncture’, increases collagen production, blood and lymph circulation to the face and scalp. This treatment offers a natural alternative to invasive cosmetic surgery, chemical (glycolic) peels and botox fillers. 

      Famous celebrities who are reported to have used facial rejuvenation acupuncture are: Angelina Jolie, Sean Connery, Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow and many more.  

      Cosmetic acupuncture prevents the formation of wrinkles, minimises the appearance of fine lines and improves the process by which the skin regulates its quality and appearance. It helps restructure skin and relaxes facial muscles. 

      It stimulates the body’s ability to regenerate itself by accelerating anti-inflammatory activity and removing accumulative toxins from the skin.

       

       

      Cosmetic acupuncture may help:

      • wrinkles
      • forehead furrows
      • frown lines
      • deep laughter lines
      • sagging skin
      • drooping jaw line
      • sagging muscles
      • crow’s feet
      • drooping eye lids
      • eye puffiness or bags
      • dark circles under the eyes
      • dark/age spots
      • facial skin rejuvenation
      • oily, dry, dull skin complexion
      • redness or blotchy skin tone
      • facial acne, eczema, rosacea

      Next blog I will talk about individual organ and food therapy. Till next time, I wish you well!!

    • 2011-08-22

    • Title:

      Make food your medicine (Part 1)

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      Chinese Dietary Therapy for Facial Rejuvenation

      When an individual is diseased or wants to stay disease free, we should always treat the body with food first. If that fails to work, then use other remedies such as herbs, homeopathies and nutritional supplements. Food therapy in facial rejuvenation is a powerful technique in smoothing wrinkles, diminishing dark eye circles, eye bags, facial discoloration and more.

      The flavor, temperature, and color of food, each has its own therapeutic function.

      Sweet foods, for example, have an anti-aging effect that improves dry, wrinkly skin. Pungent foods are good for superficial skin conditions. Bitter food detoxifies the skin. Sour food improves oily skin. Salty food expels skin nodules. Remember all these recommendations should be in moderation so the body stays in balance.

      Cold natured food clears heat from the skin and cools the blood. Thus, it can be helpful for conditions such as acne, rashes and spotting.

      Red colored foods, according to TCM five- element theory, are associated with the heart and improve the skins complexion. Examples are tomatoes, carrots, strawberries and watermelons. White foods enter the lung channel and they nourish the skin. Examples are tremella, coconuts, bamboo, pears, and water chestnuts. Green foods are associated with liver and they relax the body. They moisten, clean and have anti-inflammatory affect. Examples are cilantro, kiwis, mints, dandelions, green apples, asparagus, and all kinds of bitter greens. Black foods enter into the kidneys and delay the aging process and rejuvenate the skin. They include black beans, black sesame seed, black mushrooms, blackberries, mulberry fruit, and seaweed. Yellow foods enter the spleen and nourish the entire body. They are ginger, papayas, bananas, and pineapples. Try to include one of each color and flavor food in your daily food plan. Enjoy this information and start applying it in your daily routine. Remember to send your blessing to the creator of all living things and have the intention of reaching harmony and balance with every bite you eat.

      Sincerely, 

      Dr. Monica

    • 2011-08-22

    • Title:

      Make food your Medicine (Part 2)

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      Foods for Anti-wrinkle, Anti-sagging and Detoxification

      The following foods should be part of a regular diet to keep the face as smooth as possible.

      Peanuts, organically grown and fresh ones have an anti- aging effect when eaten regularly. They fight wrinkles by nourishing the lungs and strengthening stomach and spleen. They are rich in absorbable amino acids, with high protein concentration almost equal to chicken, egg and red meat. Even though they contain fat, peanuts help to lower the cholesterol.

      Black Sesame seeds are wonder foods that nourish the internal organs. They fight wrinkles due to dry skin. They are rich in vitamin E and linolenic acid.

      Chinese dates are great to generate energy and blood to nourish the skin. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

      Black soybeans are very beneficial for facial complexion. They are the best source of plant protein, rich in natural estrogens known as isoflavones, essential fatty acids, omega-3, vitamin E and minerals.

      Walnuts are another nourishing food for the complexion and for smoothing facial wrinkles. They are rich in cholesterol lowering properties, such as omega-3, antioxidant carotene, vitamin B1, B2 and other natural anti-aging substances.

      Cherries are energizing food for skin and body. They are high in iron and a wonderful skin-smoothing fruit. Other than eating them one can simply crush them and apply them to the face.

      Honey is food for heightening your will power and slowing down the wrinkle formation in your body. It is a food and an herb. Mix a teaspoon of honey and a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and 6-8 oz of water and drink it in the morning. Honey can also be used as a facial mask. Combine ¼ teaspoon of honey, 3 drops of olive oil, and ½ teaspoon of pearl powder with some water and apply it to your face every other day. Rinse it after 20 minutes with water and reapply some olive oil to your face as your moisturizer. Foods that detoxify the body are directly relevant to the wrinkle-smoothing quest.

      Green tea is a super detoxifier and super antioxidant. It is full of vitamin E, Vitamin C, carotene and much more.

      Coix seed, pomegranate, black fungus, celery, garlic and seaweed are some of the other foods that can also detoxify the body. Till next time on more food therapy, do not forget to send your blessing to the creator of all.

      Sincerely, Dr. Monica

    • 2011-08-22

    • Title:

      Make food your Medicine (Part 3)

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      Food for facial Discoloration and Dark Spots

      The following foods not only help brighten and even out facial complexion but also provide a therapeutic effect on the body’s internal blood and energy flow that will be reflected on the face.. Remember the external beauty is a mirror reflecting internal health. One must also keep in mind that that their beneficial effect is gradual, and, for best results, the food therapy must go hand in hand with herbs, acupressure/acupuncture and some  energy work such as qi gong/tai qi and yoga.

      Winter melons are known as healing herbs. It benefits the heart, detoxifies the body, and beautifies the skin.

      White turnip is sweet and cool in nature, entering the spleen and lung channels to detoxify the body. The best is to juice it in the morning and drink about a half a cup.

      Persimmons are delicious fruit. They reduce dark spots on face and nourish the lungs and moisten the skin. They are rich in vitamin C and A, potassium, calcium and iron.

      Chicken eggs have surprisingly beneficial effects. The whites clear the heat in the lungs and the yolks tonify the blood and rejuvenate the pale complexion. Eggs should be eaten once per day and can also be applied as a topical beauty product on the face.

      Honey, Chinese yam, tomato, eggplant, black bean, peas, cucumber, Chinese cabbage and water chestnuts are also foods that are great for facial discoloration and dark spots. Till next time on herbal and food mask, I wish you all peace.

      Sincerely, 

      Dr. Monica