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What is Alpha-Gal?

Posted on by Front Desk
Alpha-gal Allergy Alpha-gal is a sugar (galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose) found in most mammals with the exception of humans, apes, and monkeys. Alpha-gal can be found in many products made from these mammals including some medications, cosmetics, vaccines, gelatin, and milk products. Alpha-gal is transmitted to lone star ticks after biting animals including cows and sheep. Lone star ticks will then carry the alpha-gal and inject the molecules into the human body. This may trigger the appearance of a condition known as alpha-gal syndrome. This results from an unusual immune response to the alpha-gal sugar. Affected people would have mild to severe allergic reactions upon eating red meat (beef, lamb, pork, venison, and rabbits). Allergic reactions also occur upon exposure to products from...Read More

Sauna Memberships

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
A sauna membership allows Members to enjoy regular sauna sessions at a reduced price per session. Enjoy the convenience of a sauna membership - schedule your sauna sessions alongside your regular acupuncture or massage sessions! Fully immerse yourself in the benefits of a sauna regimen with up to 8 sauna visits a month.Benefits of Sauna:reduced inflammation • decreased pain in the body • detoxification • stress reduction • better sleep •  relief from nasal congestion • soothes sore muscles• improves immune system • strengthens cardiovascular healthDetails of your membership:Minimum commitment of 3 monthsYour membership begins at time of purchase!Sauna visits include salt add-onAuto-renews monthly after 3 month commitmentSauna sessions are in-person onlyValid at Balanced You Clinic, 6512 Baum Drive, Suite 12, 37919Sauna...Read More

2024 Holiday Specials at Balanced You Clinic

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
We have many specials to offer this holiday season! Gift Sets Our gift set options offer an herbal product to give as a physical gift with your gift certificate. This is truly a gift that keeps on giving! Contact the clinic to purchase! Restoring Massage Gift Set One 90-minute massage plus an herbal product of your choice from our clinic Integrative Bodywork Gift Set One integrative bodywork session plus an herbal product of your choice from our clinic An integrative bodywork session is a 30-minute massage with any of our acupuncturists plus an acupuncture treatment. This gift set would be great for the person in your life who loves acupuncture and is seeking deeper release and relaxation. Integrative bodywork sessions...Read More

Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief As we of Balanced You Clinic grieve with our neighbors in Appalachia and other areas in the South East effected by Hurricane Helene, we recognize the efforts of various groups in our area who are available for donation and providing other resources: East Tennessee Foundation | Donations to the fund provide prompt and effective grants to assist rescue, relief and recovery efforts; empowering local nonprofits and agencies to rescue their own communities. Appalachia Service Project | Collecting donations to help assist rebuilding in Appalachia Tri-Cities Mutual Aid Network - Venmo | Support on-the-ground relief efforts in East TN Beloved Asheville - Disaster relief aid by donating food, clothing, and water to communities in need, keeping in...Read More

Stinging Nettle Leaf Infusion – guest post by wabi sabi herbs + lifestyle

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
Hailey Ward-Maldonado is a Knoxville-native Folk Herbalist with Wabi Sabi Herbs + Lifestyle. She is also the Marketing Manager at Balanced You Clinic! In this guest post, we invite Hailey to share about the benefits of drinking stinging nettle leaf infusions. Stinging Nettle Leaf, (AKA nettle leaf AKA nettles) comes from the Stinging Nettle plant. This wholesome herb can be utilized to increase minerals and boost iron. The benefits of increasing our nutrient intake in this way are multi-faceted. As you drink nettle leaf infusions, you may notice increased energy, clarity of thoughts, better sleep, and reduced allergic reactions. The nutrients in nettles are best extracted via water, and an infusion is recommended. Find Dried Nettle Leaf Tea at Balanced...Read More

Acupuncture with Dr. Shannon Menestrina

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
Dr. Shannon Menestrina is one of our acupuncturists at Balanced You Clinic. In our interview with Shannon, she shares more about her style of acupuncture and unique aspects she aims to provide in each treatment. What can a person expect in an acupuncture session with you, Shannon?  Sessions with me utilize all of the modalities within Chinese Medicine to help optimize treatment goals for each person. My goal is to understand your whole health picture and create a safe, relaxing space for an individualized treatment experience. The initial intake is an opportunity for us to check in, discuss what the focus is for the session, and answer any questions. Treatments often weave together acupuncture and other adjunctive therapies such as...Read More

Open Room Acupuncture FAQ

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
Frequently asked questions: How much does an Open Room appointment cost? We provide this service on a $30-60 sliding-scale. What should I wear? Loose clothing is ideal so we can easily access the arms and legs. No abdominal or back points will be used in this style of treatment which allows each person to remain fully clothed in the open-room setting! How long will I get with needles in? You will get to relax for 20-30 minutes with needles in.  What conditions can be addressed with this type of treatment? We can work on a diverse set of health concerns such as insomnia, pain, headaches, stress, anxiety, and depression, addiction recovery, wellness tune-ups, allergies, and more!

Explore Massage with Tristen Sellers, LMT, RYT

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
Tristen Sellers, LMT, RYT is our new massage therapist at Balanced You Clinic. Schedule a massage with Tristen Read Tristen's full bio... Get to know Tristen better by learning more about her background and style of massage... What can a person expect in a massage session with you, Tristen? I love to provide a customized, unique experience with each session, utilizing different modalities and techniques in each session along with a deep knowledge of anatomy and physiology. I also love to incorporate elements of energy work into my sessions.  What are the benefits of massage therapy? Is there something unique about the massages you offer? Along with my background in Healthcare, trauma-informed body work, trauma-informed yoga teaching, and various other...Read More

Fire Cider for Fall – Guest Post from Wabi Sabi Herbs + Lifestyle

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
Chinese medicine teaches that the Autumn season is governed by the lungs and large intestine. Lungs and large intestine love fire cider - why? Fire cider stokes the digestive fire and loosens mucous in the respiratory tract. Your digestion will be encouraged with this blend which includes onion, garlic, radishes, ginger, turmeric, orange, burdock, lemon, and tulsi leaves. The tulsi leaf herbal component adds a subtle sweeteness and softens the blend. Typically Fire Cider includes horseradish root although I left horseradish out of this batch so that it’s can be less irritating to those with conditions that cause digestive discomfort. This food-as-medicine blend is great as a morning tonic beverage as our mornings get colder. After breakfast, an ounce or...Read More