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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

How to Create a Bedtime Routine – A Five Element Perspective

Posted on by Hailey Ward-Maldonado
How to Create a Bedtime Routine The summer season is dominated by the fire element. Here, we may have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep due to restless energy and active minds. Routines settle restless energy, creating predictability. Try to adopt three or more of these suggestions as you create a bedtime routine. Eat dinner at roughly the same time each evening Avoid caffeine/ sugar consumption late afternoon into evening Incorporate a movement practice like yoga or qi gong, even if just for a few minutes Give some thought to what's coming for you tomorrow - pick out your clothes or plan your meals Evening epsom salt baths or foot soaks No electronics at least two hours before bedtime Avoid...Read More