Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
MEET KALE: YOUR "NEW FRIEND WITH BENEFITS"
Kale is a superfood you make friends with. Did you know Kale has Protein, Calcium, Vit. A, D & K in it? Learn more here!
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Mar 3
- 3 min
FIVE PRACTICAL TIPS TO REDUCE PMS SYMPTOMS
Acupuncture and many Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies (Herbs, Moxa, Bodywork, Lifestyle changes, etc.) are well known treatment option
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Feb 28
- 2 min
RARE DISEASE AWARENESS DAY
RARE DISEASE DAY highlights the reality for over 300 million people globally, who are living with diseases so uncommon that healthcare systems around the world lack the diagnostic tools, research, and funding to provide sufficient, impactful treatment options. In my work as a Chinese Medicine Practitioner, I've seen first-hand how this lack of resources and treatment options has impacted patients. As a young girl, my patient "Michelle" was diagnosed with a very rare condition
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Jan 15
- 5 min
MOVING FORWARD: A HEALTHIER NEW YEAR!
As the calendar year restarts with 2022, many of us are contemplating a restart for ourselves as well! Whether focusing on our mental, emotional or physical health - or a specific goal - beginnings inspire beginnings and health is a great place to focus! Easier said than done, right? Whatever you're inspired goals are for the New Year, here are a few Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tips to help keep your health on track: 1. MOVE MORE From a Traditional Chinese Medicine pe
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Phil Veneziano, M.S., L.Ac.
- Jul 16, 2021
- 3 min
MEN'S HEALTH AFTER 40 . . .
Chinese Medicine has emerged as the go-to medicine for many men in the past 10-15 years, and especially those approaching their 4th decade.
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Mar 20, 2021
- 3 min
WOMEN'S HEALTH THROUGHOUT HER LIFECYCLES
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine has a long history of successfully addressing a wide variety of Women’s Health concerns. At Seven Point Wellness, we work with girls and women of all ages and throughout their lifecycles - from adolescence, the reproductive years, to midlife, and on through the post-menopausal and elder years. Common issues we treat range from preventative care and maintaining wellness - to addressing everyday ailments, to specific gynecological an
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Phil Veneziano, M.S. L.Ac.
- Feb 28, 2021
- 3 min
MOXIBUSTION (MOXA): Breech Babies, Muscle Pain, Improved Circulation . . . Find out more!
Moxibustion (aka Moxa) is an East Asian therapy used to restore circulation, reduce joint & muscle stiffness, bruising, swelling and pain.
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Dec 22, 2020
- 1 min
FLASH SALE! E-Gift CARDS 20% OFF thru Dec. 24th
FLASH SALE! All eGift Cards 20% OFF until midnight, Thursday, December 24th, 2020 You can now purchase digital eGift Cards RIGHT on our website - making it easy to give the "Gift of Health" to yourself, or someone else, in just a few simple steps. Gift one, or a bundle of Acupuncture Sessions in just a few clicks! ALL ACUPUNCTURE SESSIONS ALSO INCLUDE: Manual Therapies, Herbal consultation (as needed), Nutritional assessment, Lifestyle recommendations, and any appropriate Eas
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Dec 21, 2020
- 2 min
WINTER SOLSTICE - THE COMING OF THE LIGHT
WINTER SOLSTICE marks the turn from Fall into Winter, and in traditions around the world, it is a time for inward reflection and a celebration of the coming of "light." It is both the shortest day of the year, and conversely . . . the longest night. One of the most important Chinese and East Asian festivals is the Winter Solstice Dōngzhì Festival (Chinese: 冬至; pinyin: Dōngzhì; lit. 'winter's extreme') celebrated during the Dongzhi (winter solstice) between December 21 to Dece
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Dec 10, 2020
- 2 min
WHY DO CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS LOOK AT YOUR TONGUE?
WHY DO CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS LOOK AT YOUR TONGUE? OUR IS TONGUE IS UNIQUE BECAUSE IT reflects both the health and well-being
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Oct 25, 2020
- 4 min
What is Cupping & How Does it Work?
Cupping is a powerful Chinese Medicine technique using small glass cups to treat pain, asthma, digestion, and stress among other things.
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Oct 25, 2020
- 3 min
7 Powerful Health Benefits of Cupping
Cupping is the term applied to a powerful Traditional Chinese Medicine technique using small glass cups (or bamboo jars) as suction devices applied to the surface of the body. It is a deeply relaxing therapy that can address a multitude of conditions when properly applied. You can read more about the research and science of cupping in our blog article: "What is Cupping & How Does it Work." Increases Circulation & Relieve Muscle Pain The suction from the cups increases circu
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Oct 22, 2020
- 2 min
Acupuncture Can Optimize Fertility for Men & Women
Did you know Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Therapies can help optimize your fertility and conception readiness?
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- Oct 22, 2020
- 4 min
Preparing for Labor & Delivery: Start Now, Don't Wait!
There is so much you can do to prepare for labor and delivery that will significantly increase your likelihood of having an optimal birth! Those last few weeks of pregnancy are often full of emotional ups and downs, excitement and anticipation, sometimes anxiety, and more times than not - a bit of physical discomfort as well. Most spend this time preparing for the new baby - gathering diapers, baby cloths, a crib, and thinking through ways to be ready for their soon-to-be new
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Phil Veneziano, M.S. L.Ac.
- Oct 22, 2020
- 2 min
Oats & Oatmeal - Chinese Medicine Nutrition
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Oats are known for their ability to tonify qi (energy) and blood. They also help to circulate qi and calm the spirit. Ancient Chinese medical texts describe oats as "restorative" to the Lung, Spleen, Stomach, Heart, Large Intestine, and Kidney Organs and Acupuncture Meridians. The flavor of Oats is sweet, and oats are considered to be warm in temperature (i.e. they bring / circulate warmth in the body). Oats are rich in silicon and phosph
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Phil Veneziano, M.S. L.Ac.
- Oct 22, 2020
- 3 min
A Holistic Approach to Orthopedics - Part II
THE FIRST SESSION We begin treatment with an assessment of the areas that the patient expresses concern about. Then treatment commences with either acupuncture or some light Tui na. These therapies are sometimes preceded or followed by any combination of stimulation to Motor points or Trigger points and/or electro-stimulation. After the acupuncture treatment we employ Tui Na (Chinese medical massage) and possibly manual manipulation (Chinese Orthopedics) to help align and “sm
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Phil Veneziano, M.S. L.Ac.
- Oct 15, 2020
- 3 min
Vertigo – A Holistic Approach to Treatment
WHAT IS VERTIGO Vertigo is a type of dizziness where the person feels a spinning or swaying movement, typically accompanied by nausea, sweating and difficulty walking or standing. It is intimately involved in our sense of equilibrium (our sense of balance) and can come on suddenly and without warning. Triggered by head position, Vertigo will most often kick in when a person moves their head suddenly in a certain direction. WHY DOES IT HAPPEN & WHAT CAUSES VERTIGO At Seven Poi
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Phil Veneziano, M.S. L.Ac.
- Oct 15, 2020
- 2 min
A Holistic Approach to Orthopedics - Part I:
Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine - A Whole Body Approach Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapies approach from a holistic and whole-body approach when treating our athletic and active-minded patients. We begin with having a new patient fill out a full Health History form, followed by a short telephone or virtual interview discussing lifestyle, diet, physical habits, sleep position, etc. This all occurs before the patient even enters the clinic.
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- May 28, 2020
- 2 min
Finding Our Way - Back Mind, Heart, Body & Spirit
As we slowly emerge from quarantine here in the Metropolitan area, we as Chinese Medicine practitioners are all set to re-enter the Healthca
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Cristina R. de La Mar, M.S., L.Ac., Doula
- May 19, 2020
- 4 min
Renewed, Revised & Re-Opening!
Seven Point Wellness is now city and state(s) approved to reopen our New York City and New Jersey clinics on June 1st, 2020!
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