Winter 2007
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Vol 1, Issue 2
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Holistic News
Winter Newsletter
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Dear Jaclyn,
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 Welcome to this winter's issue of The Natural Choice! This issue contains valuable information and a discount coupon that you won't want to miss! Read on to learn more about staying healthy through the holidays, a quick relaxation tip and the exciting new events and services offered through the Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine!
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 A note from Dr. Chasse |
They say that time flies when you're having fun. Is that why this fall season has seemed to pass so quickly?
This has been a very busy fall for the Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine and for myself as well. We are very settled in our new office space in Bedford, and I think that the word has gotten out that we are here, because it has been getting busier and busier. We will continue to prioritize our current patients when it comes to scheduling, to ensure that there are enough times available for you to schedule a convenient appointment time. In order to do this, the Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine will now be open on Saturday mornings from 8am to 12 noon. Hopefully, this will make it easier for parents to bring their children in for a visit or for patients to come in without having to take time off of work. This schedule will be on a trial basis through early spring, and if it is a busy time, we will continue on this schedule.
As the holiday time approaches, I would like to encourage you to prioritize your health, as I know from experience that it often slips through the cracks this time of year. It is a more difficult time of year to remember to take your supplements, to continue to avoid any food allergies, and to maintain a sense of balance in your life. However, it is probably the most important time of year to do all of these things! Read the article below for specific tips and tricks to get through the holidays with a true smile on your face!
I'd also like to extend a personal welcome to Alyson Adams, the newest practitioner at the Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine. Alyson is an acupuncturist who recently relocated to New Hampshire from Portland, Oregon. Alyson looks forward to working with you, and we are both so excited to be able to add to your holistic medical options by offering acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine in addition to the Naturopathic services currently offered! To book an appointment with Alyson or request more information, please call the office. Appointments will be available starting the first of the new year.
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I look forward to seeing you soon!
In health,
Dr. Jaclyn Chasse
jchasse@northeast-holistic.com
Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine
501 Riverway Place
Bedford, NH 03110
Ph: 603 647-0600 F: 603 647-0633
www.northeast-holistic.com
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Take a minute!
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After doing this breathing exercise with a patient in the office, I realized what a profound effect it had on my state of being, even after only one thirty seconds. Try this at a red light, or in line at the busy grocery store. It's sure to put you into a state of relaxation.
Breathe in slowly through your nose for a slow count of four. Hold that breath gently for a count of two, and then slowly exhale for a count of six. Repeat 3 times.
Try to visualize your breath like a wave gently lapping the beach- there is no beginning and no end to the cycle of your breath, it just flows from inspiration to pause to expiration. Just a 30 second break to feel the relaxation...
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Stay healthy through the holidays!
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The holidays can be both a wonderful and stressful time of year. One point most agree on is that the holidays are the most difficult time of the year to stay healthy. Between holiday parties, increased time constraints, the adjustment to cold weather, and that nasty cold or flu that goes around, it seems like there's a lot working against you. Here are some sure-fire tips to stay healthy and avoid weight gain through the new year!
Holiday Parties
Holiday parties can be the most difficult part of the season, being a person with food allergies. I am often tempted to have "just one" of the foods that I know make me feel terrible, and although I briefly enjoy the taste of the delicious food, I do not enjoy the "dairy hangover" I experience soon afterwards! Even if you do not have food allergies, you may be able to relate to the test of willpower to avoid overindulging on sweets, savory appetizers, alcohol, or another temptation. Here are a couple of time-tested ways to avoid overindulging and waking up with regrets the following morning.
Eat before you go- You've probably heard this before, but eat a healthy meal before attending your party. If you arrive with a full stomach, you're much less likely to fill up on empty calories.
Limit yourself to one plate- Take one plate and fill it with what you'd like, rather than grazing throughout the night. You'll eat less overall when you see everything lying side by side on a plate. Choose the smallest plate possible.
Don't socialize near the food table- Pick another place in the room, far enough away from the food table that you have to make an intentional trip there. When food is at arm's reach, and you are watching others make their selections, you are more likely to absent-mindedly take more than you need or want.
The Alternating Rule- When it comes to alcoholic beverages, it can be easy to consume more than you should. Follow the Alternating Rule: If you choose to indulge, commit to alternating between your alcoholic beverage of choice and a large glass of still or sparkling water. You will remain better hydrated and are much less likely to have those drinks sneak up on you. If you don't want to drink at all, ask the bartender to serve your water in a cocktail glass with a lime garnish. No one will know the difference but you.
Make exercise an important component of your life this season. Exercise has been extensively studied. Most people know of it's essential role in weight loss, but exercise has also been proven to provide an immune system boost, to decrease your chances of catching a cold, and provides a great stress relief. If aerobic exercise isn't your thing, this is a great time to try yoga or pilates!
If you feel a cold coming on, call us early! The intervention we do early on will have the biggest impact on helping you recover quickly and with minimal discomfort. Call 647-0600 to make an appointment.
Lastly, most people spend so much time and energy through the holidays thinking of other people- that is one thing that makes the season so special. Don't forget though, you can't give what you don't have! You need to remember to nurture yourself; to take care of your body, mind, and spirit. And remember to breathe.
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Coming Events!
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This winter is a busy time at the Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine! Please consider participating in the following events!
December 8, 2007, 9-10am: Ask the Experts
Dr. Chasse will be featured on Ask the Experts on WGIR AM 610, New Hampshire News Radio. For one hour, Dr. Chasse will discuss the differences between conventional and holistic medicine in the treatment of the most common medical complaints. Listeners can call in and ask questions by calling 645-6161 during the live broadcast.
January 29, 2008, 7-8pm: Natural Fertility Management
Dr Chasse will be presenting a talk on Natural Fertility Management, one of her favorite topics to discuss! Learn how to better know your menstrual cycle in order to achieve or avoid conception, and learn the basics of comprehensive preconception care, including why it is so important to the health of your future children!
February 2007: Heart Health in the New Year
February is Heart Health Month. Join in the discussion of the top ways to stay heart healthy! This presentation will be include a panel experts, including Dr. Chasse. Stay tuned for more details!
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Acupuncture and You in the New Year!
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 Still searching for that perfect New Years Resolution? This year, why not make a promise to achieve better health and wellness. The Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine is happy to announce the addition of acupuncture and Chinese medicine services to its clinic.
Beginning in January, Alyson Adams, licensed Acupuncturist and board certified Chinese Herbalist will be joining the clinic's team. If you have unresolved health problems, consider acupuncture. Chinese Medicine is one of the oldest systems of medicine and has been practiced for nearly 3,000 years. This medicine has proved itself to be a useful modality to treat numerous conditions including chronic and acute pain, stress reduction, enhanced immunity and countless others. It's now your turn to experience the benefits of one of the fastest growing health care methods in America.
Acupuncture and herbs work particularly well for many conditions that are aggravated by stress or low energy. You're a great candidate for acupuncture if you suffer from difficult health concerns such as:
· Back pain and neck pain
· Migraines
· Menstrual problems
· Allergies and asthma
· Digestive problems
· Anxiety
· Insomnia
· Depression
· Panic attacks
· Chronic fatigue
The goal of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is to restore balance and wellness in the body by treating the root cause of disease. The Chinese Medical model believes that there is a basic life energy, called "Qi" that flows through the body in certain channels or meridians. When Qi becomes blocked or disturbed due to certain stressors, body functions do not work properly. Acupuncture needles are inserted into certain points to help restore a normal balance and flow of energy in the body. This sets the stage for the body to repair itself and maintain its own health.
Alyson is very excited to be able to offer her services to the people of southern New Hampshire. She is a recent Masters graduate from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) in Portland, Oregon. OCOM is one of the most highly regarded schools of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the country.
What can I expect from my acupuncture treatment?
Acupuncture uses hair thin, sterile, one-time use disposable needles to stimulate points on the body that balance the flow of Qi in the body. The procedure is virtually painless, and most patients report a deep sense of relaxation with their treatments. The number of treatments a person needs varies according to the severity and the type of their condition. Acupuncture has a cumulative effect, so each treatment will build upon the other.
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May you find the peace in the winter season.
In health,
Dr. Jaclyn Chasse
Northeast Center for Holistic Medicine
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