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Group acupuncture is a valuable treatment for low-income populations with diabetic neuropathy – Journal of Chinese Medicine, October 2020

by Heaton Acupuncture | Feb 18, 2021 | Acupuncture, Community Acupuncture, Diabetes

American researchers conducted a randomised 12-week group acupuncture clinical trial for PDN which included semi-structured qualitative interviews about participants’ experiences with PDN and the intervention. They recruited 40 participants from diverse...

Qigong improves diabetic health – Journal of Chinese Medicine, Feb 2012

by Heaton Acupuncture | Mar 2, 2012 | Diabetes, Qigong

Taking part in a programme of qigong exercise may be beneficial for people with type-2 diabetes, according to an RCT carried out in Australia. The study included 41 participants with elevated blood glucose levels who were randomised to a qigong exercise intervention...

Cinnamon improves blood pressure and blood sugar in diabetics – Journal of Chinese Medicine, Feb 2011

by Heaton Acupuncture | May 13, 2011 | Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Fruit and Vegetables

A daily dose of cinnamon may improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels in people with type-2 diabetes, according to UK-based research. Fifty-eight people with type-2 diabetes were randomly assigned to receive a daily supplement containing 2g of cinnamon or placebo...

Leafy Greens protect against diabetes – Journal of Chinese Medicine, Feb 2011

by Heaton Acupuncture | May 13, 2011 | Diabetes, Fruit and Vegetables

A systematic review by British authors has concluded that eating a diet rich in green leafy vegetables may lower the risk of developing type-2 diabetes. Combining the results of six studies (a total of more than 220,000 participants), the authors found that eating...

Cinnamon beneficial in many diseases – Journal of Chinese Medicine, Feb 2011

by Heaton Acupuncture | May 13, 2011 | Diabetes, Fruit and Vegetables

Cinnamon bark (Cinnamomi Cortex [Rou Gun) has a potential role in the prevention of many diseases, according to a review by American authors. Recent studies carried out in vitro and in vivo have shown that cinnamon can improve many of the factors associated with...

Qigong effective for type 2 diabetes – Journal of Chinese Medicine, Jun 2010

by Heaton Acupuncture | Mar 24, 2011 | Diabetes, Qigong

An American study has found that 12 weeks of qigong therapy resulted in significant reductions in fasting glucose levels in patients with type two diabetes. Thirty-two age- and sex-matched participants, all of whom were taking oral diabetes medication, were randomly...
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  • Auricular acupressure reduces pain of eye exam in premature babies – Journal of Chinese Medicine, February 2021
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Sandyford
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 1DJ

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