Alyssa Mendoza, Registered Acupuncturist

It's summer time again. Many prefer to have iced cold drinks, ice cream and shaved ice desserts to refresh and cool off. For most, they don't think this is something to worry about, not realizing that they are impairing the body's ability to heal itself and self-regulate in the future. However, long term consumption of cold foods and liquids impairs the spleen and stomach system which slows down digestion. The body consumes much more energy to warm our digestive system.... Poor digestion can lead to symptoms such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea and IBS. Also possible to have abdominal distention and loose stool. Cold causes our vessels to contract, which leads to poor blood circulation. Weight loss becomes even more challenging if the individual keeps on having iced cold drinks. It's much more likely that the body will retain excess moisture. Imagine what happens to oil when you freeze it. If you're trying to lose weight but you drink chilled/iced liquids what do you think happens to all those body fats that you're trying to get rid off? Moreover, the ability of kidney system to provide warmth to the body weakens with the continued consumption of cold fluids. This leads to symptoms such as lower back pain, knee weakness and cold limbs. Cold retention in the body can lead to decline in reproductive system as well. It causes pain during menstruation and irregular menstrual cycle. Also, it depletes the bladder system causing frequent urination and even night urination. There's a much better way to cool off. Eating foods that naturally have cool property such as watermelon and drinking mint tea can help refresh the body despite the hot weather. Start avoiding iced cold drinks. Room temperature and warm water is preferable. One of the most amazing things about acupuncture is that it is a natural way to help and take care of your body. Acupuncture helps a lot in strengthening the internal organ system. It is also an effective way to get rid off the excess moisture and cold retention in the body. It aids in treating digestive issues, reproductive issues, emotional imbalances and promotes blood circulation. Acupuncture relieve pain and even helps to detoxify the body for you to reach optimal health. Come and see me for an acupuncture session! Book online now: https://davie-rmt.com/book-massage-online-vancouver/

It's summer time again. Many prefer to have iced cold drinks, ice cream and shaved ice desserts to refresh and cool off. For most, they don't think this is something to worry about, not realizing that they are impairing the body's ability to heal itself and self-regulate in the future. However, long term consumption of cold foods and liquids impairs the spleen and stomach system which slows down digestion. The body consumes much more energy to warm our digestive system.... Poor digestion can lead to symptoms such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea and IBS. Also possible to have abdominal distention and loose stool. Cold causes our vessels to contract, which leads to poor blood circulation. Weight loss becomes even more challenging if the individual keeps on having iced cold drinks. It's much more likely that the body will retain excess moisture. Imagine what happens to oil when you freeze it. If you're trying to lose weight but you drink chilled/iced liquids what do you think happens to all those body fats that you're trying to get rid off? Moreover, the ability of kidney system to provide warmth to the body weakens with the continued consumption of cold fluids. This leads to symptoms such as lower back pain, knee weakness and cold limbs. Cold retention in the body can lead to decline in reproductive system as well. It causes pain during menstruation and irregular menstrual cycle. Also, it depletes the bladder system causing frequent urination and even night urination. There's a much better way to cool off. Eating foods that naturally have cool property such as watermelon and drinking mint tea can help refresh the body despite the hot weather. Start avoiding iced cold drinks. Room temperature and warm water is preferable. One of the most amazing things about acupuncture is that it is a natural way to help and take care of your body. Acupuncture helps a lot in strengthening the internal organ system. It is also an effective way to get rid off the excess moisture and cold retention in the body. It aids in treating digestive issues, reproductive issues, emotional imbalances and promotes blood circulation. Acupuncture relieve pain and even helps to detoxify the body for you to reach optimal health. Come and see me for an acupuncture session! Book online now: https://davie-rmt.com/book-massage-online-vancouver/

It's summer time again. Many prefer to have iced cold drinks, ice cream and shaved ice desserts to refresh and cool off. For most, they don't think this is something to worry about, not realizing that they are impairing the body's ability to heal itself and self-regulate in the future. However, long term consumption of cold foods and liquids impairs the spleen and stomach system which slows down digestion. The body consumes much more energy to warm our digestive system.... Poor digestion can lead to symptoms such as bloating, constipation, diarrhea and IBS. Also possible to have abdominal distention and loose stool. Cold causes our vessels to contract, which leads to poor blood circulation. Weight loss becomes even more challenging if the individual keeps on having iced cold drinks. It's much more likely that the body will retain excess moisture. Imagine what happens to oil when you freeze it. If you're trying to lose weight but you drink chilled/iced liquids what do you think happens to all those body fats that you're trying to get rid off? Moreover, the ability of kidney system to provide warmth to the body weakens with the continued consumption of cold fluids. This leads to symptoms such as lower back pain, knee weakness and cold limbs. Cold retention in the body can lead to decline in reproductive system as well. It causes pain during menstruation and irregular menstrual cycle. Also, it depletes the bladder system causing frequent urination and even night urination. There's a much better way to cool off. Eating foods that naturally have cool property such as watermelon and drinking mint tea can help refresh the body despite the hot weather. Start avoiding iced cold drinks. Room temperature and warm water is preferable. One of the most amazing things about acupuncture is that it is a natural way to help and take care of your body. Acupuncture helps a lot in strengthening the internal organ system. It is also an effective way to get rid off the excess moisture and cold retention in the body. It aids in treating digestive issues, reproductive issues, emotional imbalances and promotes blood circulation. Acupuncture relieve pain and even helps to detoxify the body for you to reach optimal health. Come and see me for an acupuncture session! Book online now: https://davie-rmt.com/book-massage-online-vancouver/