Hello! Happy New Year! I've been blessed to be so busy the past few months that this newsletter has by necessity become a quarterly. I moved my office at the beginning of December, and you can check out my new location here. It is closer to CU, where I am now on staff two days per week (more info on that here). What I'm most excited to share with you is the training I've received that has enabled me to eliminate environmental and food allergies. I'm offering a limited-time special rate so you can experience it for yourself. After the holidays many are wisely resolving to improve their diet. I'm including an easy recipe for kale and white bean stew to help you do just that. The Year of the Ox begins January 26th; little Milo (pictured at left) and I wish you vibrant health and happiness in the New Year and always!

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Robin L. Schiesser, L.Ac . | www.acupunctureboulder.com | 720-320-1075

In this issue

• Eliminating Allergies Easily and Completely
• Recipe: Kale and White Bean Stew
• Persistence Pays Off in the Year of the Ox

Say Goodbye to Allergies for Good!
Technique uses acupressure to clear allergies easily and completely


Last Fall I traveled to Arizona to complete a 3-day Allergy Elimination training. During the training I was cleared for my longtime sensitivity to wheat. Now when I eat something with wheat in it I no longer experience the uncomfortable bloating and fatigue I did previously. It's great! Allergy Elimination is an acu-stimulation treatment that provides permanent relief from an allergic reaction or sensitivity. In its simplest form Allergy Elimination consists of stimulating acupuncture points on the body while the patient holds the allergen in their hand. The word acu-stimulation is used here because it is not absolutely necessary to use needles for Allergy Elimination to work. The practitioner uses Applied Kinesiology, also known as muscle testing, to determine what the patient is allergic to and whether or not the patient has successfully cleared for a particular allergen.

The technique is permanent in most cases, meaning that the allergen will remain cleared after treatment. However, only one allergen or class of allergens can be cleared at one time. For example, an allergy to dairy products may be cleared in one treatment, but not an allergy to dairy and to wheat. In the hands of a skilled practitioner an allergen can be cleared successfully at least 95% of the time. For severe allergies and sensitivities multiple clearings may be necessary to completely eliminate all reactivity.

Another aspect of Allergy Elimination is that the patient needs to avoid the allergen after the clearing for up to 25 hours. This gives the body a chance to assimilate the deprogramming successfully. Some allergens can be difficult to avoid, but many of these allergies are still successfully cleared.

This technique is effective for:

* food allergies and sensitivities (including lactose intolerance)
* pollen (trees, flowers, weeds and bushes)
* pet dander
* environmental allergies and sensitivities such as petroleum

Book an appointment for an Allergy Elimination by Friday, February 13th and receive $10 off the usual rate of $70.

Feel free to send me an email if you have any questions.

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Recipe: Kale and White Bean Stew
An easy way to get protein, iron, calcium, magnesium and fiber

This recipe, which was found on delish.com's recipe finder, is simple and tasty. You can make a double batch at the beginning of the week to have on hand for quick and healthy lunches and dinners, or freeze the extra so you don't get sick of it. Its combination of protein, fiber and nutrients will give your resolution to eat better a big boost.

(My boyfriend Rob has been making big pots of the black bean soup from October's newsletter and has been adding chopped carrots. We never seem to have scallions or parsley on hand, so we've been substituting cilantro for garnish. It's been great!)

* 1 tablespoons cooking oil
* 2 onions, chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 pound kale (about 1 1/2 quarts), tough stems removed, leaves washed well and thinly cut
* 3 1/3 cups (two 15-ounce cans) diced tomatoes with their juice
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
* 4 cups (two 19-ounce cans) drained and rinsed cannellini (or Northern white or white navy) beans
* Additional water, vegetable broth or chicken broth as desired
* Additional seasonings such as oregano, cumin, etc., as desired

1. In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat. Stir in the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften, about 3 minutes.

2. Add the garlic and kale to the pan and cook, stirring, until the kale wilts, about 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, salt, pepper and any other desired seasonings; bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the kale is tender, about 15 minutes.

3. Stir the beans into the stew and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. If you like, mash some of the beans with a fork to thicken the sauce. If you prefer more of a soup than a stew, add some water or broth.

Note: Shred kale leaves as fine as possible when making quick soups and stews so that each bite will include tender greens instead of a chewy mouthful.

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Chinese New Year 2009: Year of the Ox
Celebrate the New Year January 26th

Those born in the year of the Ox (1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009) are thought to be methodical, dependable, hardworking, patient and ethical. Once Oxen set a goal, they rarely relent until the objective is attained, and they will not take action without carefully planning every detail in advance. Ox can make a dependable friend or mate. However, don't be offended if they bluntly point out your flaws, it is merely their way of expressing their concern for you.

According to Taoist astrology, the year of the Ox is time for hard work. Success is attained through diligent hard work and conscientious effort. Begin by putting your affairs in order, especially your home. Tried and true methods will most likely yield results. Wild, new concepts may not be well received (they are better saved for the following Tiger year). Those who are determined and disciplined in their efforts will be rewarded with a bountiful harvest!

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Warmest Regards,
Robin

www.acupunctureboulder.com

Robin L. Schiesser, L.Ac.
909 14th St, Suite 105
Boulder, CO 80302
(720) 320-1075