Jessica Silver is a graduate of New England School of Acupuncture, where she earned both a Masters in Acupuncture and a Masters in Oriental Medicine.
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Top Five Reasons to Try Acupuncture for Insomniaby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
1. Trouble sleeping should not be endured. Anyone can survive a few nights of poor sleep, but over time, daily symptoms will appear, such as physical and mental fatigue, lethargy, irritability, headaches, depression, and difficulty concentrating. Eventually the body’s…
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Stop Your Sniffling: Treat Seasonal Allergies with Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs!by Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Finally, the sun is out and the warm weather upon us. But for roughly 45 million Americans, seasonal allergies (also known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis) make this time of year a miserable one. How can allergy sufferers enjoy…
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Chinese Medicine From Pre-Conception Through Post-Partumby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs can be extremely useful in all stages of gynecological and obstetric care. For thousands of years, women have been treated for help conceiving, through all stages of pregnancy, and during and after childbirth. Below are more…
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Better Blood for Better Fertility!by Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
From a Chinese medical perspective, a big part of our general health has to do with the quality and quantity of blood in our bodies. The concept of blood includes more than just the red liquid flowing through us it’s…
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Manage & Prevent Headaches, Naturally.by Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
The onset of a headache is a sign that your body is out of balance, and needs your attention. The faster the headache is relieved, the faster you can get back to your normal quality of life. Useful Tips on…
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Acupuncture: The Natural Pain Relieverby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
The Truth about Chemical Pain Relievers 50 million people in the United States are living with pain1. Many of these people, especially those suffering from chronic pain, use over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers. These drugs, such as Advil, Aleve, Motrin, Tylenol, and…
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Chinese Medicine for Skin Conditions Questions and Answersby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Your skin is one of the most vulnerable organs of your body. Though seldom life threatening, skin disorders can be very uncomfortable and may cause chronic disabilities. In addition, because skin is so visible, skin disorders can lead to psychological…
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Treatment of Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attacks with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbsby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Chinese Medicine recognizes that a variety of causes and conditions continually arise in life which shift our energy. Because of these shifts we may not feel happy all the time, nor are we expected to, according to the Chinese medical…
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Don’t Skip Sleep!by Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Many people do not get adequate sleep, and whether it’s due to insomnia or other factors, the issue needs to be solved. Sleep is completely essential to overall health and quality of life, and those deprived of adequate amounts are very…
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Treating Uterine Fibroids with Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs Q&Aby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Q: What are fibroids? A: Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that are made up of the muscle and connective tissue from the wall of the uterus. Fibroids may grow as a single nodule or in clusters and may range in size…
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The Magic of Moxaby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
Moxa, also known as Mugwort in English and Artemesia Vulgaris in Latin, is a very special Chinese herb which is applied externally and sometimes decocted as a tea to be taken internally. With a unique spongy texture and a long history of medical use,…
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Great Benefits from Green Teaby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
In my practice, I work with patients to resolve a wide variety of health conditions. I also make recommendations for lifestyle and dietary changes based on individuals’ concerns and wellness goals. One healthy and easy adjustment that benefits almost every health…
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TOP 5 REASONS Why Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture Is Better Than Botox or Cosmetic Surgeryby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
1. Acupuncture is Safe and Effective. Acupuncture has been used safely and effectively for thousands of years to enhance beauty naturally. Unlike other procedures, there is no risk of side effects, contamination or disfigurement. Treatments are effective in reducing age…
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TCM Book Review: The Infertility Cure by Randine Lewis, Ph.D.by Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
About the Book The Infertility Cure: The Ancient Chinese Wellness Program for Getting Pregnant and Having Healthy Babies is written specifically for those facing fertility challenges. The book describes a wellness program to solve (or “cure”) the diagnosis of infertility according…
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Acupuncture Point Profile: Yintangby Jessica Silver, MAOM, L.Ac
The Third Eye & 6th Chakra The channels, or meridians on the body used for acupuncture make up a complex network along which energy, or qi travels. Acupuncture points are located on areas where the qi flows closer to the…