GOOD LIFE ACUPUNCTURE & HOLISTIC THERAPIES

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1 GOOD LIFE ACUPUNCTURE & HOLISTIC THERAPIES November / Wellness Bundles $ /2 hours of healing for just $230. What you get: Reiki, Shiatsu, Relaxation Reflexology, Swedish Massage, and a one time complimentary Nutritional session. Click HERE for more information. ************************ New Client "Double Stuff Shiatsu Now is the perfect time to try shiatsu and feel what s so great about it! Bring a buddy and each of you will receive a 30 minute session for only $20 each! It s like an organized play date! In Gratitude We have been a part of this local community since In that time, we have had the opportunity to help thousands of people on their path to healing. To have people put their trust in us, their hopes with us, is a mission we take quite seriously. We continue to be thankful for your faith in us, and your willingness to share us with your family and friends. Granted, we should always count our blessings. But in November, we are especially aware of what we are thankful for and reflect with gratitude what is right and good, and sometimes even the challenges in our lives. We are grateful for all of you, for the ability to do the work we love, and being part of this community. Thank you, everyone! Have a very happy November! Offer good through November

2 GOOD LIFE ACUPUNCTURE & HOLISTIC THERAPIES Assessing Breast Cancer Risk With Thermography by Sue Saari, Thermographer For years, mammography has been considered the gold standard in breast cancer screening. The technique involves passing x-rays through compressed breast tissue to produce images that can reveal structural abnormalities. The average cancer can take up to 10 years to form a mass large enough to be revealed in a mammogram, however, and the screening is incapable of detecting the changes that take place during this lengthy growth period. Activities that coincide with the development of tumors include increased vascularization, or blood supply, and increased lymphatic drainage. There is also an intensified inflammatory response in the area surrounding the growing cells. Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI), commonly known as thermography, is a riskassessment tool that can be used to detect these early changes. Thermography, which has been available in the United States since the 1960 s, was approved by the FDA as an adjunct to mammography in It works by comparing a series of thermal images of the breast taken over a period of time. In healthy individuals, an initial baseline is established by performing two scans over a three-month interval. A board certified thermologist examines the scans, noting the unique characteristics of a person s vascular anatomy and recording the details for comparison with future scans. These baseline images act much like a thermal fingerprint and tend to be quite stable over time, unless there is a developing pathology. The images used in thermography are taken with an infrared camera in a non-invasive manner, without compression or radiation. A major advantage of thermography is that it can look at all areas relating to breast health and function, beyond the actual breast tissue. Because it doesn t depend on compressed breast tissue for diagnosis, thermography can be an ideal method for monitoring breast health in men, younger women, women with breast implants and those who have had mastectomies. Thermography offers early risk assessment by identifying the early functional and physiological changes that mark the growth of cancer. While these changes are taking place inside the body, they are reflected on the surface of the skin as heat, which makes them detectable by thermography. By providing early warning of functional changes taking place in the breast, thermography offers the greatest opportunity for proactive changes in lifestyle, nutrition, and complementary therapies to rebalance the system and maintain optimal breast health. 2

3 Is It Hidden Food Sensitivities? By Cathy Sloan Gallagher, NTP One of the most common causes of chronic inflammation is food sensitivity. Unlike allergies that cause an immediate reaction, food sensitivities can be subtle and delayed, making them difficult to identify. If you suffer from frequent migraines, flushing, joint pain, rashes or other chronic symptoms, and have been unable to determine the root cause, there s a good chance you are experiencing one or more food sensitivities. One way to identify the culprit is to keep a very simple daily food journal. By listing everything you eat and drink each day, and recording any symptoms you experienced that day in a notes section, you should eventually see a trend. As I mentioned, food sensitivities are not typically immediate, so something you eat on Monday could cause a migraine on Tuesday or Wednesday. The journal method requires patience, diligence, and a bit of detective work, but stick with it and you could be rewarded with the key to eliminating those chronic symptoms. If you prefer a shortcut, I can offer you the Oxford Mediator Release Test (MRT). The MRT measures changes in the liquids to solids ratio of your blood after your blood has been exposed and incubated with 150 commonly consumed foods and food substances, including chemicals and additives like MSG, aspartame, nitrates, etc. The MRT requires four vials of blood to be drawn at specific locations and the results are available for review at my office within 10 days. November Special: The MRT test kit with a 30-minute nutritional consultation session for $345 (Regularly $420). COMING UP! Wed. 11/29: Teen Calmness Clinic Breath work, guided meditation, art and shiatsu are just some of the things we do in this monthly workshop for anxious teens. Dress comfortably and bring a friend to this small gathering. Please sign up on line as space is very limited. $10. Wednesdays, November 29th. 7 8 pm. Don t wait - these workshops fill up fast. The feedback has been phenomenal! Wed. 11/5: Essential Oils Meditation Circle Join us for a a guided meditation and create a blend of essential oils to take home with you. We ll discuss and sample oils helpful in easing anxiety and grounding. Perfect timing for upcoming holiday stress! $10. Wednesday, November 15th, 7 8:30 pm. Please sign up on line as space is limited. This is an amazing class sure to please - come out and play! Love the take-home prize! Wed. 1/24: Breast & Body Thermography Clinic January 24th, 9 AM - 6 PM; By appointment only. Booking now with Sue Saari. 3

4 INTRODUCING MARY ANN LAMSON, OFFICE MANAGER Many of you have already met Mary Ann, if you have come in on Mondays or Wednesdays. Mary Ann is our office manager and keeps things running smoothly and efficiently along with our other desk staff (Kathi & Amber). Mary Ann brings with her a solid and diverse education and work experience in administrative management and marketing. Mary Ann is responsible for all administration responsibilities at Good Life along with customer service. Her knowledge and expertise has raised our bar of standards at Good Life and we feel very lucky to have her working with us! Mary Ann lives in Bridgewater and has just recently welcomed her first grandchild. Please join us in welcoming her to our practice! Should you have any questions or concerns at Good Life, feel free to contact Mary Ann directly. She is always ready and happy to help. We Shiatsu. Do you? Shiatsu is a physical therapy that supports and strengthens the body s natural ability to heal and balance itself. It works on the whole person - not just with the physical body, but also with the psychological, emotional and spiritual aspects of being. Shiatsu originated in Japan from traditional Chinese medicine, with influences from more recent Western therapies. Although shiatsu means finger pressure in Japanese, in practice a practitioner uses touch, comfortable pressure and manipulative techniques to adjust the body s physical structure and balance its energy flow. It is a deeply relaxing experience and regular treatments can alleviate stress and illness and maintain health and well-being. (This excerpt taken from shiatsusociety.org) P.S. Jill Chapman is our phenomenal shiatsu therapist! 4

5 Nutrition by Parachute by Cathy Sloan Gallagher, NTP I m excited to be back in the classroom. I love learning, and if I were independently wealthy, I would definitely be a full-time student. But this time I m returning to the classroom as a teacher. A Parachute Teacher that is. Parachute Teachers is an organization that takes the notion of substitute teacher and turns it into a career-day-on-steroids kind of opportunity. If you re passionate about a topic, any topic, they ll find you a match within the greater Boston school system to teach it. The twist is you have to create your own curriculum. Friends and clients alike know that I m passionate about food. I love everything about it: history of it, growing it, shopping for it, cooking, preserving, eating it, and of course, healing with it! I could literally talk about food all day long. So naturally I jumped at the chance to share my enthusiasm and knowledge with students. My first assignment is six lessons at the Urban Science Academy, which is part of the West Roxbury High School. With two lessons under my belt, I m finding it both challenging and rewarding. With a little coaxing, scratch that, A LOT of coaxing, the kids are learning the importance of reading ingredient labels, seeing through false advertising campaigns, trying new foods, and ultimately, giving a bit more thought to what they are eating. I truly believe that it s never too early, or too late, to make the connection between what you eat and how you feel. If you know of a school, club or group that may be interested in scheduling my interactive, hands-on lessons in Food Fluency: What s That You re Eating, please get in touch at cathy@eatthoughtfully.com or stop by Good Life and ask for Cathy the nutritional therapist. November Special The MRT test kit with a 30-minute nutritional consultation session just $345 (Regularly $420) 5