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Dr. Kimberly's Favorite Watermelon Electrolyte Drink Recipe 🍉

Why Watermelon?

Watermelon is not only a delightful summer fruit but also a powerhouse of hydration and nutrients. It's about 92% water, making it an excellent choice for staying hydrated. Additionally, watermelon acts as a natural diuretic, helping to reduce water retention and swelling. It's packed with vitamins A, B6, and C, and antioxidants, which support overall health. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, watermelon is known for its cooling properties, helping to reduce body heat.

Why Electrolyt…

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Dr. Kimberly's Favorite Electrolyte Drink Recipe

Why You Need It: Most of my 55 and up patients are dehydrated.

Symptoms of dehydration include:

-Constipation
-Kidney Stones
-Urinary Tract Infection
-Fatigue
-Dizziness and Confusion
-Joint Pain
-Increased Heart Rate
-Headaches
-Poor Digestion

This recipe is easy, delicious and is is soooo good for you!

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Kimmie's Tacos

Kimmie's Taco Recipe Revealed

Are you ready for me to share my secret recipe? Well, here it is. This recipe is simply too good not to share. In fact, we have even incorporated it into The AcuPlus Weight Loss Program™, where our patients not only lose 20+ pounds in six weeks–but t hey also get to indulge in tacos.

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Unique Opportunity: A Wellness Retreat with Dr. Kimberly

I'm thrilled to share an exciting opportunity with you, that's been in the works for awhile now. Patients, like you, have expressed a desire for deeper learning experiences beyond our treatment sessions. Well, after much thought and planning, I'm excited to announce that it's finally happening!

Introducing… "Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Soul: A Wellness Journey with Dr. Kimberly"–a transformative retreat day hosted right in the comfort of my home along the scenic Boise River. 

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My FAVORITE Hamburger: Main Street Burger

Are you a proud Idaho "home grown potato"? If you're one of the lucky ones who call this beautiful state home, or if you've chosen to make it your home sweet home, then you're in for a treat.

At Meridian Family Acupuncture, we celebrate all things Idaho, from its breathtaking landscapes to its warm-hearted people. And today, I want to share with you a little slice of my personal Idaho heaven.

Let me introduce you to Main Street Burger – a local gem that holds a special place in my heart, and on my…

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Weight Loss Blog

The Missing Link in Weight Loss: The Wisdom of Chinese Medicine

I’m a doctor. I’m also a menopausal woman. I gained 50 pounds in 5 years. I felt miserable.

For the last five years, I made the SAME resolution over and over again. It was always to lose weight. And guess what? Over and over again, I reached the end of the year–and FAILED.

My little five pound pudge turned into ten, then 20, then menopause, then a pandemic. Before I knew it I’d gained 50 pounds! The term “fat and happy” is a big FAT lie. 

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The Stomach Pathway: It's More Than Just Digestion

Let's talk about "The Stomach Pathway". From an acupuncture perspective, it's not just about digesting your latest meal. It's way more interesting than that. 

The Stomach Pathway is like a highway that runs through your body with 45 pit stops along the way. This pathway starts at your eyes, travels down your torso, and finishes up at your toes. Surprisingly, the actual stomach itself is only ONE stop along this journey. 

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Rainbow Nacho Boats: Too good not to share!

Here's a fun, delicious and EASY recipe that I recently shared with our Weight Loss Alumni group. This is a great recipe because....

➤ Anti-inflammatory
➤ Helps you keep your weight off
➤ Impressive appetizer
➤ Easy and DELICIOUS

If you are a foodie, the recipe is for you. Our weight loss patients love it!

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Jaw Pain: How to tell if your Acupuncture Pathways are out of Balance

All jaw pain is not created equal. Here's a peek into FIVE acupuncture pathways that go right through the jaw. How do you know which pathway is the problem? Take a look below. Each pathway has a unique set of symptoms which tell the story. Which of these pathways tell the story behind all the EXTRA symptoms that you experience.

NOTE: Most patients have blockages in multiple pathways. 

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Bladder Pathway

The Bladder Pathway: It's the MVP When it Comes to Muscle Pain

An Overview of the Bladder Pathway:

Both the Kidney and the Bladder pathways support the brain, the nervous system, the bones and the spinal cord. This pathway is a major player with all muscular and neurological conditions. 

Common Bladder Pathway Symptoms Include: 

✔︎ Headache
✔︎ Neck Pain
✔︎ Back Pain
✔︎ Bladder Control
✔︎ Neurological Conditions

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