By Sara Calabro Life as we know it is inundated with noise. Literal noise (phones buzzing, advertisements screaming, cars beeping) and metaphorical noise (internal chatter about things we can’t control) take us out of the present by keeping us constantly … →
By Sara Calabro Downward-facing dog is the most ubiquitous pose in yoga. This popular yoga pose is the one we see in advertisements and movies, on yoga DVDs, and the covers of health and fitness magazines. Downward-facing dog is taught … →
By Sara Calabro Acupuncture can alleviate a modern epidemic from which many of us suffer: compulsive phone checking. This occurred to me after reading a recent New York Times article that discusses how our relentless drive to stay connected through … →
By Matthew Ian Preiser Jimi Hendrix famously said, “Castles made of sand melt into the sea, eventually.” Unbeknownst to the late great musician, his words of wisdom help explain cosmetic acupuncture. Cosmetic acupuncture, also known as facial rejuvenation acupuncture, is … →
By Sara Calabro Have you been meaning to try acupuncture but don’t know where to go? Given it a whirl but didn’t vibe with the acupuncturist? Recently moved someplace new and want a little needle love? Wondering whether any acupuncturist … →
By Sara Calabro Time for the April edition of “Why Are You Doing That Point?” This ongoing series explains the locations and common uses of popular acupuncture points. So far we’ve looked at Liver 3 and Large Intestine 4, two … →
Sara Calabro wanted to make acupuncture more accessible. So she combined her experience as an acupuncturist and journalist to create AcuTake. Learn more about the founding editor.
