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Here you will find articles on the latest research, news about our clinic and information about health-centred discussions.  Find out about healthier living and stay informed about what you can do to stay healthy. Naturally.

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View fullsize ** TEACHING AT THE TCM CONGRESS IN ROTHENBURG OB DER RAUBER ** The one and only Rothenburg Congress is BACK! Seriously, coming back here to teach at this prestigious international Chinese medicine congress has been an enormous privilege, and the Wild
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View fullsize ** THANK YOU SPRING ** For all of your beauty and for lifting us out of this deep dark Winter. I am sooo ready for a bit more Yang in my life!! #mothernature #beautifulearth #cheshirelove #livingasonewithnature #acupuncture #yang #chineseherbal #tc
View fullsize ** IT’S OFFICIAL!! ** My beautiful new signage makes the practice feel so much more official!! THANK YOU to everyone who helped me with your comments and suggestions when I was designing this last month. My poor hubby had to help me go throug
View fullsize ** THANK YOU FOR KIND WORDS! ** Testimonials like these really do make my day. I love what I do but the days can be reeeeeally long and my commitment to excellent care means so much extra tasks outside of my practice. BUT this is why I do it and why
View fullsize ** BANK HOLIDAY BREAKFAST! ** Loving the vibrant colours in my porridge this morning, it makes such a difference when I actually do some prep like crushing my pistachios up in advance to sprinkle on various dishes and salads. It’s especially f
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View fullsize ** GUA SHA OFFER FOR MANCHESTER MARATHON RUNNERS: FULLY BOOKED!! ** Erm wow! So I’m now fully booked for my Gua Sha and acupressure offer for all of you amazing Manchester marathon runners!! Thank you so much for your interest!!! I’ve tre
View fullsize ** GOOD LUCK TO ALL RUNNING THE MANCHESTER MARATHON!! ** Marathon runners are literally built on another level. There is of course the obvious physical ability and training that goes into running those 26.2 miles but there’s also the mental an

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Acupuncture treatments and private health insurance companies
Acupuncture treatments and private health insurance companies

Did you know that traditional Acupuncture with Lily is covered by a number of private medical insurance providers? Find out more about which companies will cover you, and how to claim back.

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Managing your gut health naturally with hypnotherapy and acupuncture: Workshop at the Garden Eatery, Hale
Managing your gut health naturally with hypnotherapy and acupuncture: Workshop at the Garden Eatery, Hale

Lily and hypnotherapy expert Judi Quirke are delighted to announce that they will be hosting an informative power hour of a workshop on managing your gut health naturally with hypnotherapy and acupuncture. Save the date: Tuesday 26th September 6pm - 7.30pm at the Garden Eatery in Hale. See you there!

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An interview with Lucy Sumner, miscarriage and baby loss counsellor from Warrington
An interview with Lucy Sumner, miscarriage and baby loss counsellor from Warrington

In today’s blogpost, I speak to Lucy Sumner from White Candle Counselling, what she offers patients experiencing infertility, miscarriage and baby loss and why she thinks counselling can be an important source of support for any parent experiencing infant loss and grief.

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Dr Edi-Osagie on leading the latest BSGE endometriosis specialist centre to launch in Manchester
Dr Edi-Osagie on leading the latest BSGE endometriosis specialist centre to launch in Manchester

In this blogpost, I talk to consultant gynaecologist Dr Edi-Osagie about the new BSGE endometriosis treatment centre he is leading that is due to be launched at the Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle in April 2023. Who will be able to benefit, and what can referring clinicians expect? Find out more!

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Welcome to the acupuncture treatment space in Hale, Altrincham!
Welcome to the acupuncture treatment space in Hale, Altrincham!

Welcome to my new acupuncture treatment space in Hale, Altrincham in Greater Manchester!

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Our Festive Opening Hours 2022
Our Festive Opening Hours 2022

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone! Read on for Lily’s festive opening hours.

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New clinic in Hale and Altrincham!
New clinic in Hale and Altrincham!

Announcing my new practice location in Hale, Altrincham in Greater Manchester, Cheshire!

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Acupuncture for IVF
Acupuncture for IVF

How does acupuncture help with IVF and when should I have treatment? Find out more from Lily Lai, PhD who has more than 17 years' experience in the field.

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Acupuncture For Fertility And Miscarriage Support - A Couple's Dream Baby Comes True!
Acupuncture For Fertility And Miscarriage Support - A Couple's Dream Baby Comes True!

A case study on Acupuncture for fertility in Altrincham, Manchester. Expert practitioner Lily Lai, PhD talks about how acupuncture and Chinese medicine helped this couple overcome miscarriage, ovarian cysts and irregular cycles to finally become proud parents to a beautiful baby girl.

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Can acupuncture help with PCOS and fertility?
Can acupuncture help with PCOS and fertility?

Manchester’s fertility acupuncturist Lily answers your questions about how acupuncture can support PCOS, regulate hormones and improve fertility.

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Acupuncture could benefit ICU patients recovering from surgery for head and neck cancer
Acupuncture could benefit ICU patients recovering from surgery for head and neck cancer

In this blogpost, I discuss the results of a recently published randomised controlled trial comparing two types of acupuncture for feeding intolerance to reduce malnourishment amongst head and neck cancer patients recovering in ICU.

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Thank you Hertfordshire and hello Cheshire!
Thank you Hertfordshire and hello Cheshire!

Thank you Hertfordshire, and hello Cheshire!

I am sorry to announce that the doors to my Berkhamsted and Apsley clinics in Hertfordshire are now closed. I am however delighted to say that an exciting new chapter awaits in Cheshire, Greater Manchester where my new practice will be located so watch this space!

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Clinic re-opening in July
Clinic re-opening in July

I am delighted to be offering appointments again in July and will be introducing new procedures to help keep patients and staff working at Speedwell Pharmacy as safe as possible.

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Important Coronavirus Update
Important Coronavirus Update

Find out whether you should cancel your appointment with us and how we are keeping you safe in light of the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

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Celebrating Chinese New Year on Saturday 25th January
Celebrating Chinese New Year on Saturday 25th January

I like to use this time of year to encourage my patients to try some simple new foods to help promote good health. After all, what better way to start the new year than with a healthier diet?

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Setting health goals for 2020?
Setting health goals for 2020?

It’s that time of the year where many of us take stock and think about what we’d like to accomplish for our health and wellbeing in the coming new year. And if you’re looking for support to achieve your health goals from experts in natural health, you’ve come to the right place!

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Interested in the global conversation about TCM?  Visit the links below to read about the progress, research and debates happening within the TCM and healthcare global community. 

STUDY SHOWS ACUPUNCTURE CAN REDUCE ANXIETY IN IVF

ELECTRO ACUPUNCTURE MAY BE EFFECTIVE FOR DEPRESSION

US TRIAL TEST USE OF CHINESE HERBS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST PROSTATE CANCER

STUDY COMPARES THE EFFECTS OF CHINESE HERBS WITH TAMIFLU

ACUPUNCTURE FOR DRY MOUTH IN RADIOTHERAPY

CHINESE HERBS FOR MALARIA TREATMENT NOW RECOMMEND BY THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION

ACUPUNCTURE MAY REDUCE DEPRESSION DURING PREGNANCY

 
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