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Pain Management, Fertility & Women's health
90 North Baldwin ave, suite 3, Sierra Madre, CA 91024. (626) 841-2991
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Our favorite essential oils for Winter
The 5-element theory of Chinese medicine tells us that in the winter, we ought to : support our immune system keep warm keep our bones &...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Dec 15, 20212 min read

What is "unexplained infertility" & what can acupuncture do?
All the labs are "normal", all the ultrasounds and exams are "normal" and yet... baby is not coming. The reproductive endocrinologists...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Dec 3, 20212 min read

Hormones, hair loss & Chinese medicine
The American Academy of Dermatology estimates that 30 million women** in the USA are affected by hair loss and alopecia. At taproot...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 29, 20214 min read

Turkey, Chocolate & Wine: the medicinal properties of holiday foods according to TCM
Today is Thanksgiving in the USA, which notes the beginning of the long holiday season. While we often advocate moderation, mindful and...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 25, 20212 min read

What is estrogen dominance & what can you do about it?
Estrogen dominance is a hormonal imbalance that happens when we have too much estrogen in the body, either because we take too much in,...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 22, 20213 min read

Thyroid & fertility: Acupuncture for Hashimoto's disease
Thyroid hormones play vital roles for fertility. Which is why at taproot, all our fertility patients are asked to get a thyroid panel...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 16, 20213 min read

Trying to conceive? How to improve sperm count & quality
Making babies is a two-person's job. At taproot acupuncture & herbs, we help countless women at any step of their fertility journey....
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 12, 20213 min read

Acupuncture during pregnancy: how can it help?
Many of our patients come to taproot to get help getting pregnant. But did you know acupuncture can also accompany you all throughout...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 6, 20212 min read

3 healing bone broth recipes
Bone broth is all the trend, but has been a folk remedy and traditional medicine for thousands of years. Bone broth has been shown to...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 4, 20214 min read

Sitting the month for postpartum recovery
The first month with a new baby is a magical and difficult transition. Your postpartum body is still exhausted from birth, possibly...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Nov 1, 20213 min read

Preserving "jing" Life Essence for Longevity & Fertility
Chinese medicine says the 3 treasures of life are Qi (energy, your gasoline) Shen (mind, or spirit) and Jing, life essence, your battery....
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 28, 20214 min read

Managing endometriosis with acupuncture & Chinese herbs
Endometriosis, defined by the presence of viable endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity, is among the most common gynecologic...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 23, 20213 min read

10 Libido boosting foods according to Chinese medicine
Trying to spice up your sex life? You can start in the plate! Chinese medicine is often wrongly misunderstood for killing wild animals to...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 19, 20213 min read

Acupuncture for repeated pregnancy loss & recurrent miscarriages
October is Pregnancy loss awareness month. A lot of patients who come to taproot have already been on a long and strenuous fertility...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 15, 20214 min read

5 tips for increasing IVF success chances
Fertility acupuncture for IVF goals: Boost ovarian response to improve your egg quality and follicle quantity Support the uterine lining...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 13, 20213 min read

Trying to conceive? Let's talk about weight
Many underweight, overweight, or obese women have no problem getting pregnant. But others will have troubles conceiving, most often due...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 11, 20213 min read

What is an IUI & how can acupuncture help improve your chances ?
IUI stands for Intra-Uterine Insemination. It is the first medical procedure that couples who are struggling to get pregnant usually try....
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 9, 20212 min read

Light on Glaucoma. Care for your optic nerve with acupuncture & Chinese medicine
Glaucoma is a common eye disorder, often associated with aging. It refers to damage to the optic nerve. It mostly occurs in persons over...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 7, 20214 min read

Before you conceive : the "pre-mester"
At taproot, we see patients trying to conceive, either naturally or through IVF and IUI every day. And I like to remind all of them, even...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 4, 20213 min read

Breast cancer awareness: acupuncture helps post mastectomy lymphedema
October is breast cancer awareness month Many women with a diagnosis of breast cancer will have to undergo surgery, where one or both...
Dr. Sarah Bentolila, DAIM,L.Ac
Oct 4, 20213 min read
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