HEALTH &
Wellness
Beat the Heat With Acupuncture
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BY KLINT NOEL, LAC, MSAC, CLINICAL DIRECTOR OF MODERN ACUPUNCTURE AT DANA PARK & SANTAN PAVILIONS
Arizona summer heat can be brutal, something Valley residents know all too well. To stay cool, many people partake in common strategies such as simply staying inside, drinking plenty of water, and enjoying water activities. While these activities help to prevent overheating, they don’t address the concern of heat affecting one’s overall health; therefore, it’s important people seek out alternatives to help. One that many are unaware of the benefits when it comes to the summer heat is acupuncture. Acupuncture is an ancient practice that is used today for the modern individual. It’s commonly known to assist a variety of ailments such as chronic pain, high stress, lack of sleep, and much more, but as Arizona temperatures continue to climb, many are seeking benefits that involve beating the
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summer heat. These include improving skin health and wellness, alleviating allergy symptoms, increasing hydration, and promoting a natural glow from the inside out.
GENERAL ACUPUNCTURE Naturally, the heat can injure specific organs, one of them being the largest organ of the human body: the skin. It’s vital for regulating body temperature and protecting muscles, bones, and other internal organs from outside infection and disease, something the sun is known for causing. According
