Author Archives: Jennifer Bao

Shonishin-The Needless Pediatric Treatment

Shonishin Pediatric Acupuncture treatments do not actually involve needles. Instead these treatments incorporate uniquely designed tools. Loosely translated, Shonishin means: (sho) “little” – (ni) “children” – (shin) “needle.” The focus of this needless Acupuncture treatment is to provide children and … Continue reading

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New Year Brings New Insurance Provider to Fort Collins Family Acupuncture

Fort Collins Family Acupuncture is ringing in the new year by joining a new insurance network! We are pleased to announce that as of February 2012, our Acupuncturist [Jennifer Bao] will be accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield Anthem Health Insurance* … Continue reading

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Food For Thought – Chinese Medicine Masters’ Recommendations

“Medicine and food arise from the same source” and “A good diet leads to good health” — these are the cornerstones of traditional Chinese wisdom when it comes to health cultivation. During the ancient Zhou Dynasty, which lasted for almost … Continue reading

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Fever Can Improve Immune System [Part 2]

Acupuncture, and Chinese herbs, can be used to treat the common cold and flu. By selecting various points on the body to “release the exterior” (Acupuncture lingo for expelling the virus that your body is battling), the goal is to … Continue reading

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