NEWS FLASH: I am in the process of changing my online booking system to janeapp.com. My decision was made because it is more user friendly. Those of you who were registered on my old system have already been uploaded to the new system. It hasn’t been a seamless adventure so my apologies for any inconvenience [read more…]
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Health Points – Summer 2022
Pandemic or Endemic, that is the question? “Endemic certainly does not mean that evolution has somehow tamed a pathogen so that life simply returns to ‘normal.” – Aris Katzourakis, Evolutionary Virologist in Nature Jan/22. Simply explained the difference is in how a disease is described. A pandemic is affecting the whole planet while an endemic [read more…]
October-November 2020 Good Health Draw
Congratulations to the winner of my October-November Good Health draw, the recipient of a free 60-minute treatment ($90.00 value) and a bottle of Shaklee’s Nutriferon ($50.00 value). Winners names can’t be posted, as it would be a of breach client confidentiality. They are notified personally by Dr. Bill. Gift certificates are also available if you [read more…]
What Is Autoimmune Disease?
Autoimmune disease (noun) pathology: a disease resulting from a disordered immune reaction in which antibodies are produced against one’s own tissues, as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It was first recorded in 1960 – 65. Normally, our immune system produces antibodies that protect us from harmful substances such as bacteria, viruses, toxins [read more…]
What if a healthy eating program is not enough?
Our good health is being tested in numerous ways, and we need to do everything within our power to maintain our homeostasis – our natural healthy and balanced metabolism. Research has shown that there is no perfect eating program that fits everyone. If you believe that we are all unique, then that becomes an obvious [read more…]
To Mask or Not To Mask?
With apologies to Shakespeare, the above is more of a controversy than a question. There are people who have adverse reactions to vaccines, and I am sure that there could be a few bonafide medical reasons for not wearing a mask. Both instances are a minority of the general population, and, like in a democracy, [read more…]
Hardman Acupuncture and TCM Clinic Reopening June 8 2020
On Friday, May 15th, our Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry approved the second wave of re-openings for a group of services, including acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine clinics providing the appropriate safety protocols were in place. The health and safety of my patients is my top priority. The fact that my clinic is home [read more…]
Spring 2020 Health Points – Coping with COVID-19
The past few months have been an incredible experience for our planet and its population. We need to do two primary actions: STAY HOME – WASH HANDS! “Pandemic” is an adjective in the pathological sense to describe a disease prevalent throughout an entire country, continent, or the whole world. Fortunately they do not occur often [read more…]
Ascorbic Acid Flush
Because vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) promotes the healing of wounds and protects the body from bacterial infections, allergens and other pollutants, it is often beneficial to flush the body with ascorbic acid. This therapy can help treat chemical allergies and chemical poisoning, arsenic and radiation poisoning, influenza and sprains, and it can help prevent other [read more…]
Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid)
One of the most versatile of the water-soluble vitamins, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, and is important in preventing cellular damage that occurs when the body burns oxygen. It is involved in hundreds of essential body processes, including the growth and repair of cells, immune function, and the production of connective tissue, certain hormones, [read more…]