Hormonal Connection Between Sleep & Metabolism

You are probably aware that the hormone melatonin helps modulate sleep cycles, but did you know that hormones related to metabolism are also intricately linked with sleep? Sleep is a critical regulator for many of the body homeostatic mechanisms, as it is a key player in the body’s stress response system, known as the hypothalamic...

Acupuncture for Kids

At Naturna, we treat babies as young as one week old. But what does Acupuncture treatment do for a child? How does it work? And a better question… how do you get your child to go to Acupuncture? For children in New York, a range of common ailments can impact daily living. From allergies exacerbated by the flowers of the Upper East...

Benefits of Fasting, Especially Intermittent Fasting

Fasting has long historical roots dating back and found in ancient religious text, however recent medical advice around the subject has been mixed. Some say that the costs outweigh the benefits so it should be avoided, while recent research has indicated that varying Intermittent Fasting (IF) schedules can significantly address...

Acupuncture for Depression

Hundreds of millions of people worldwide are suffering from depression. Depression, different from general mood fluctuations, can cause overwhelming sadness and hopelessness and is a major cause of suicide. (NIMH, 2019) Many are seeking alternative ways of treating their depression other than general anti-depressants. Acupuncture and...

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