7 Things You Can Do To Combat Seasonal Allergies Holistically
Have you been experiencing the seasonal cacophony of red eyes, runny nose, sneezing, sinus pressure and congestion, scratchy throat, and fatigue? Rest assured, you’re not alone! According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology: Roughly 7.8% of people 18 and over in the U.S. have hay fever. Worldwide, allergic rhinitis affects between 10% and […]
Why Embracing Your Vulnerability Makes You Stronger
Right now, I’m sure that a lot of you are energetically feeling the overwhelming effects of the Uranus/Pluto square that took place today, which, from what I understand, basically means that there’s a big smashing down of the old to make room for the new. So, lots of things that have been coming to light (such […]
"13/365 ~ ¿Querrás tú rectificar las líneas de mis manos?" by Anais Gómez-C., used with permission under CC BY-ND 2.0. Source.
When Healers Get Fibroids (Or: Honoring How We Birth Our Ideas Into The World)
When I first began my practice, I had a difficult time promoting myself as a “healer”. The reason being, I fully believe that everyone has the innate power within to heal themselves, of their toxic emotions, beliefs, thought patterns, and, many times, their physical manifestations of illness. I just happen to have the knowledge to […]
Bowl of Kidney Jing, anyone? Fresh bone broth straight from my pot.
Traditional Chicken Bone Broth: A Recipe To Build Qi And Blood For Immune Building, Fertility, And Postpartum
Bone broths are a staple in many cultures, and when done the old-fashioned/traditional way, you really reap the benefits. And, on a Chinese Medicine level, bone broths have been popular for being bigtime Qi & Blood builders. Why? Traditional bone broths are nutrient-dense, and include calcium, potassium, magnesium, and incorporate the marrow of the animal. […]
"Headache" by Leland Francisco, used with permission under CC BY 2.0. Source.
When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Acupuncture And Reiki
Whew, is your head still spinning from all the energetic action that has been surrounding us lately? I’ve almost gotten whiplash from all the movement, myself! This Eclipse Window, which opened on the Scorpio Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse and recent solar flares have been leaving people feeling more spent and exhausted than usual. We are all […]
"Feet on the ground" by Felipe Gabaldon, used with permission under CC BY 2.0. Source.
3 Things You Can Do To Ground Yourself On Earth Day
This Earth Day, we’re reminded of how everything is interconnected. When we don’t take care of the earth, climates change and impact our ecosystem, our food sources are altered (that is, if Monsanto hasn’t taken care of that already!), and our health suffers. It is important to tend to Mother Earth and treat her with respect. […]
Screenshot of my MindBodyGreen article.
My Article “My Experience Using Acupuncture To Treat Addiction” Published In MindBodyGreen!
Hello Delicious Ones! Just a quick note before my weekly post early next week that MindBodyGreen just published my first article with them, “My Experience Using Acupuncture To Treat Addiction”! It went live this morning. Please check it out , and leave a comment to let me know what you think! I love MindBodyGreen’s self […]
Treating Addiction with Acupuncture
Margarita’s article, My Experience Using Acupuncture To Treat Addiction, was published on MindBodyGreen.com. In it, Margarita shares her expertise in using the 5 ear needle NADA protocol (along with full body Acupuncture and Reiki) to treat a Bronx community recovering from addiction and homelessness, and how it enriched her life to serve at the harm […]
"(Don't) Cry" Pedro Klien,, used with permission under CC BY 2.0. Source.
Releasing This Spring?: The Power of a Good Cry
“But a mermaid has no tears, and therefore she suffers so much more.” ― Hans Christian Andersen, The Little Mermaid When we think of Spring, we think: juice cleanses, gut detox (trying out the new probiotics on the market, or colonics, anyone?), decluttering the closet, donating things to Goodwill. All excellent things to do as we harken […]
Music is a form of meditation. "Meditation:" by Evonne, used with permission under CC BY 2.0. Source.
8 Benefits Of Meditation And 14 Ways To Get Your Meditative Groove On
“I’m simply saying that there is a way to be sane. I’m saying that you can get rid of all this insanity created by the past in you. Just by being a simple witness of your thought processes. It is simply sitting silently, witnessing the thoughts, passing before you. Just witnessing, not interfering not even […]
Welcome to the Alcantara Acupuncture & Healing Arts! Here you will find the most recent updates on my adventures as an urban Licensed Acupuncturist Reiki Master/Teacher, and Medicine Woman in New York City, as well as wellness tips to soothe the soul, live more vibrantly, and cultivate wholeness and balance. Enjoy the blog, and please say hello!
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