Our research-grade bio-impedance analyzer provides an estimation of body mass, fat, and intra- and extra- fluid amounts. It’s useful as a tool for evaluating your overall physical condition and as a yardstick in monitoring your nutrition and fitness program (for an example of the power of bio-impedance analysis, see Alex’s Success Story).
http://www.pacificwellness.ca/Stories/bodyshaping.html
Bio-impedance […]

By: Tim H. Tanaka, Ph.D., Director
Perhaps some of you are tired of being asked whether you drink enough water. In this issue, I will discuss the problem of drinking too much water and the reasons why drinking LESS water may solve many chronic health problems, including headaches, migraines, dizziness, fatigue, indigestion, bloating, diarrhea, nausea, insomnia, […]

By: Meera Dossa BSc, ND
KEEP THIS “CD” OFF OF YOUR PLAYLIST!
Celiac disease (CD), also known as celiac sprue, non-tropical sprue and gluten sensitive enteropathy, is an inherited autoimmune condition that affects almost one percent of the North American population. Though this disease can develop at any point in an individual’s life, from […]

The newly released CD, Breathing for Relaxation (George Koller with Dr. Tim H. Tanaka, 2009) has been very well received by our patients and consumers. The Pure Energy Breath appears as track #4 on the Solitude CD, Breathing for Relaxation.
For information on how specific breathing can impact our health, please visit: http://www.pacificwellness.ca/acupuncture-hrv-ast1.html

Here is a transcript of his recent Presidential Town Hall meeting in St. Louis:
Q I’m a licensed acupuncturist and licensed massage therapist in Florissant. And so -
THE PRESIDENT: I could use one right now. (Laughter.) My back is stiff. I’ve been working hard.
Q I’ll be happy to help you. (Laughter.) And this kind of fits […]

Vol. 15 May 2009 Issue
In this issue:

A BABY ON THE WAY for Eevon Ling
Allergies: When Something More Than Just Your Nose Might Be Leaking
Dr. Tanaka Has Co-Authored a Textbook on Acupuncture
Testing Antioxidants: A Quick Update about Alpha Lipoic Acid and Coenzyme Q10
New CD Release! Breathing for Relaxation by Dr. Tanaka
Seasonal Recipe: Springtime Calcium Salad
Direct Insurance […]

Meera Dossa BSc, ND.
With allergy season looming on our doorstep, the end of the winter blues may not necessarily translate into a blissful spring. According to a survey conducted by pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson, as many as 10 million Canadians may suffer from symptoms related to allergies during this season. So, what then is […]

Tim H. Tanaka, Ph.D., D.Ac., RMT, RNCP, BCIAC
Over the past 10 years, I have been testing a number of vitamins and herbal products using our research quality ORP instrument, to evaluate the quality and potential “power” of specific nutrients produced by different manufactures. ORP stands for Oxidation Reduction Potential. It is used to evaluate the […]

New CD Release! Breathing for Relaxation
by Dr. Tanaka
We are pleased to inform you that a new CD designed by Dr. Tanaka has just been released. The CD, Breathing for Relaxation, contains voice cues to establish ideal breathing rhythms, as well as nature sounds and relaxing music by acclaimed Canadian musician George Koller. Just like the […]

Emily Crown-Robinson RMT, CST, CR
Please consider receiving abdominal massage as an important part of your next treatment. “Hara” is the Japanese name for the center of energy in the lower abdomen - also known as the “Sea of Ki” ( Ki meaning our life-force). Massaging the Hara can help to develop energy […]