August Wellness Newsletter: Acupuncture for Digestive Health
Essence Acupuncture
Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine in Corning, NY
Serving the Southern Tier & Twin Tiers
Monthly Wellness Note
Hello,
As we move into August (Late Summer), this is a gentle time to check in with your body, stress, sleep, and overall sense of balance.
Welcome to this month’s newsletter! My goal is to provide a brief source of wellness information, answer questions and concerns that commonly come up in the office, share additional resources available on our website, and offer products that you can purchase to use at home to help you along the way.
This month, we’re focusing on digestive health—a timely topic as we’ve seen an increase in digestive concerns, including recent cases of Cyclospora in our community. You’ll also find a few simple recommendations and products that may help support digestion when issues arise.
Thank you for being here. I hope you’ll find something useful, encouraging, and practical to support your health this month. Wishing you a healthy and nourishing August.
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Acupuncture for Digestive Wellness
Digestion can be affected by stress, routine, food choices, sleep, and overall nervous system balance. Patients may seek acupuncture, dietary therapy, lifestyle guidance, or individualized herbal care.
Severe, persistent, or worsening digestive symptoms should be medically evaluated.
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Simple Tools for At-Home Wellness
These products are not replacements for individualized treatment or medical care.
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Prince of Peace Ginger Chews
Why we like it:
Individually wrapped ginger chews for people who enjoy ginger as part of an everyday digestive wellness routine.
Best for:
Digestive Wellness
Safety note:
Check ingredients and sugar content. Ask a provider before use with pregnancy, blood-thinning medication,
gallbladder concerns, or medical conditions.
Garden of Life Dr. Formulated 3-in-1 Prebiotics, Postbiotics & Probiotics
Why we like it:
A combined prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic supplement for people exploring digestive wellness support.
Best for:
Digestive Wellness
Safety note:
Consult a provider before use with pregnancy, immune compromise, medication use, medical conditions, or
persistent digestive symptoms.
The Delicious Low-FODMAP Diet Cookbook
Why we like it:
A recipe and meal-planning resource for readers exploring a structured low-FODMAP approach.
Best for:
Digestive Wellness
Safety note:
Low-FODMAP diets are generally temporary and should ideally include structured reintroduction with guidance
from a physician or registered dietitian.
FAQ of the Month
Why do people seek acupuncture for digestive concerns?
Patients may seek acupuncture for occasional bloating, digestive discomfort, appetite changes, stress-related symptoms, or broader digestive wellness.
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56 E. First Street
Corning, NY 14830
We welcome patients from Corning, Painted Post, Big Flats, Horseheads, Elmira, Bath, Watkins Glen, Addison, and surrounding Southern Tier and Twin Tiers communities.
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