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Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert

Chicago, Illinois
acupuncturist, biker, urban dweller, helping people attain the optimal health and well-being of body, mind & spirit www.surfacingwellness.com Lisa combines her experience in psychology, arts, therapeutics and oriental medicine into her practice. Her background in art therapy, depth... Full Bio
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Restart with the Chinese New Year by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine If you want a re-do on New Year’s resolutions start February 3 with the Chinese New Year – Year of the Rabbit. We know the Rabbit is gentler than last year’s Tiger; it’s ... Read on »
Herbal Tea Class by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Learn how the tea you already drink helps your body and energy Learn how to choose teas, tisanes and combinations to treat a variety of symptoms We will focus mainl ... Read on »
Coconut Kefir Class by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Learn the basics of making coconut kefir and how to use to create other drinks Kefir is chock full of probiotics-all the good bacteria your digestive tract needs. M ... Read on »
Wintery Stew by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine To use up the last of some vegetables, I made this savory Winter stew. Cauliflower is packed with vitamin C Mushrooms are great for the immune system Pungen ... Read on »
The Blog Has Moved by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine I moved my blog this Fall over to my business website http://www.surfacingwellness.com Read what I've been writing since October! In Health and Happiness,Lisa Read on »
The Process of Healing by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine I was looking through my old articles from 2006 and 2007. Time certainly flies but the information stays relevant! Here is a little explanation of acupuncture, treatment p ... Read on »
Cranberry Memories by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine The American superfood My days of concocting in the kitchen began in preschool. I remember taking turns with classmates shaking a milk carton until it became butte ... Read on »
One for the kids by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine I am asked more frequently about acupuncture for children. Yes, acupuncture is beneficial for kids. They haven’t had years to develop an imbalance and they shift rapidly w ... Read on »
Cultured veggies by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine On a whim a couple months ago, I decided to offer a class on fermented foods. Of all the topics I could speak on from stress reduction, energy work, positive thinking, med ... Read on »
Born To Run by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine The Chicago Marathon is around the bend. A big cheer to old and new friends and to clients who are running, jogging, or walking marathons this weekend. These two quotes ... Read on »
Breathing by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Breath is the bridge which connects life to consciousness, which unites your body to your thoughts. ~ Thich Nhat Hanh Breathing. Seems simple en ... Read on »
Garden Trout by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine I had a smoked trout salad a couple weeks ago which reminded me that I really like trout. I rarely eat meat, but when I do it is something I crave and works well with my b ... Read on »
Squash Blossoms by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine The squash blossoms I picked up from the farmer's market Thursday were on my mind when I went out for Italian last night. I didn't want to batter and fry them and I didn't ... Read on »
Class in September! Fermented Foods in the Kitchen by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine What have you been looking for? An easy detox, improved digestion, more stable mood, greater energy? Join me in the kitchen and I will teach you how to accomplish ... Read on »
Gazpacho Memories by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine The humidity of this current summer has called for some cool creative cooking or uncooking as the case may be. I have lived off salad greens with homemade dressings, smoothi ... Read on »
Bastille Day by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine I am a francophile. I celebrate Bastille Day. It is one of my favorite days to create food and share with others. Marinated beans, pates, fruit, cheese, crusty bread and w ... Read on »
Dare to Feel Alive Again! by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine The majority of my practice and the majority of the people I come across in my daily life have something in common. They each tell me their own unique story of having too ... Read on »
Quotes by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine I do have some blogs in progress, really. I've been re-reading and re-watching favorite books and movies, here's a few quotes until I post my other posts. How ... Read on »
Cultivating Energy by Lisa, L.Ac Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Last week, a few friends and I attended a weekend Qigong workshop . We couldn’t pass it up. Thirty-two hours of continuing education class for under $100 – unheard o ... Read on »