PI/YO Class Canceled Friday, March 12th

We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause but we need to cancel the Friday Pi/Yo Class held at our Latham, CNY Healing Arts Center for March 12th, 2010. We will resume our normal Friday Pi/Yo class on March 19th.

Thanks for your understanding!!

Rochester CNY Healing Arts March Newsletter

We are so pleased to announce the introduction of esthetics services at CNY Rochester! Starting in March, you will be able to schedule a variety of new wellness spa treatments including facials, body treatments, waxing and ear candling. All of our skin care and body treatments will feature the earth friendly AVEDA product line.  We trust AVEDA for ALL CNY clients because it is an all-natural line. There are no chemicals or artificial fragrance and has never been tested on animals. AVEDA products are comprised of almost all organic plants and flowers. This past June, Health magazine named AVEDA the “Best Natural-Product Line”.

Our esthetician, Meranda Thomas, has been an esthetician for over 10 years! It is her mission to educate you on taking care of yourself as a whole, inside and out. What does she enjoy most about her job? Seeing her clients come in happy and leaving even happier and feeling more at peace. Book an appointment with Meranda in the month of March, and receive 25% off your service(s).

NEW Services at CNY:

Green Science Skin-Renewing Treatment
Aveda’s signature 5 Phase Massage treatment. Combines powerful,high-tech plant technology with high-touch skin therapy to renew, repair and regenerate your skin. Clinically proven to lift and firm the skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve smoothness, tone and clarity, and reduce the appearance of age spots. Total rejuvenation.

Perfecting Plant Peel
Our professional facial masque actively smooths and retextures skin with the instant exfoliation and radiance benefits of a 30% glycolic peel without the associated redness and irritation. Warms skin, helping to open pores. For all skin types.

Elemental Nature Facial
Restore balance to your skin with a customized, relaxing facial. Includes a thorough skin analysis, deep cleansing, detoxifying, refining, massage, a masque and hydration.

Botanical Skin Resurfacing
Aveda’s alternative to microdermabrasion. Combines the power of tourmaline with a hands-on approach for smoother skin texture, fewer fine lines and wrinkles, decreased pore size, and significantly more radiance – without the irritation and inflammation.

Outer Peace™ Acne Facial
A botanical approach to treating acne – personalized with extractions and professional exfoliation – and utilizing Aveda’s Outer Peace™ Acne Relief with 100% naturally-derived salicylic acid.

Back Facial
A truly relaxing and invigorating experience. Focusing on deep cleansing, exfoliation and re-hydration of the back and shoulders. Feel confident exposing your smooth and clear skin.

Enbrightenment™ Discoloration Facial
Traditional Asian massage techniques combine with 100% naturally derived Brightening Blend to help diminish the appearance of dark spots and improve skin’s visible clarity.

ADD-ONs to any treatment:

• Eye Zone Treatment
• Focus on diminishing fine lines, puffiness and dark circles with a Firming
• Treatment containing anti-oxidants including Vitamins A, C and E.

Perfecting Plant Peel
Our professional facial masque actively smoothes and retextures skin with the instant exfoliation and radiance benefits of a 30% glycolic peel without the associated redness and irritation. Warms skin, helping to open pores. For all skin types.

Waxing: Eyebrows, Lip, Chin, Jaw, Full Face (eyebrows, lip, chin and jaw), Underarms, Half Arm, Full Arm, Back,    Chest and Stomach, Half Leg, Full Leg, Bikini, French Bikini (More hair removal than a regular bikini wax but less than a full Brazilian wax.)

Ear Candling
Ancient Chinese tradition that helps remove toxins, wax and yeast buildup from the ears. This is a non-invasive, super relaxing treatment that includes sinus massage using aromatherapy.

Girl’s Night Out is BACK!!!!!!
Invite your family and friends for an evening of relaxing and renewing with the girls! Instead of a coffee date, schedule your next gathering with the girls at CNY! Tuesday, March 23rd from 6-8pm.

Enjoy a sampling of the following:
.    chair massage
.    hot stone massage
.    Hoopnotic® Hoopdance
.    Mini-facials
.    Acupuncture Sample and more….

*RSVP-to rochregister@cnyhealingarts.com
Fee: $2o to hold your spot
Space is Limited
Light refreshments and wine will be served

Here are some great informative articles shared with you by our practitioners:

1.    Building Energy with Qi Gong
2.    Infant Massage at Baby and Me yoga

Also, below are several upcoming free workshops offered at our Rochester Center:

1.    Meditation for Life

2.    Smoking Cessation
3.    Aromatherapy Workshop for Pregnancy and Beyond
4.   Weight Loss

AVEDA at CNY Healing Arts in Rochester, NY

Hello CNY family,
My name is Meranda Thomas.  I am happy to announce that I am the new Esthetician for CNY Healing Arts in the Rochester, New York location.  We will now be offering a variety of new spa treatments starting in March.  Our skin care line we chose to work with is the earth friendly AVEDA line.  I have worked with this line for the past seven years.  It is an all natural line that is based on using plants and flowers as its ingredients.  There are no chemicals, no artificial fragrances, and the product is never tested on animals.

I love working with this line because it really encompasses many aspects of life from philosophy and natural medicine to meditation and wellness.  All of the AVEDA treatments are about actively participating in the awakening and well-being process.  It is a way of taking care of your own life and health.  It would be my pleasure to educate you on taking care of yourself as a whole, inside and out.  I will be offering a different variety of balancing facials and body treatments.

What I enjoy most about my job is seeing my clients come in happy and leaving even happier and more at peace.  CNY will be offering a special for the month of March, at our Rochester Center, to introduce the AVEDA line to all of you.  With 25 % off of all skin care services, you’ll have the chance to experience our amazing skin care treatments.  We will also be offering waxing on brows, face and body.  We are also introducing ear candling, which is an ancient Chinese tradition that helps remove toxins, wax and yeast buildup from the ears.  This is a non invasive and super relaxing treatment that includes sinus massage using aroma therapy.  We are a wellness spa, so the healthier the better.  I am looking forward to working with and meeting all my new CNY friends.

Hope to see you soon,
Meranda

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Meranda Thomas
Esthetician at CNY Healing Arts Center, Rochester, NY
585.244.1280

We’re Here to Assist You on Your Path to Better Health

In Latham, New York, members of the community are taking advantage of the services offered at CNY Healing Arts, a center for healing and wellness.  Patients appreciate the variety of services available which include acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, skin care and nail care.

CNY Healing Arts was added to the CNY Fertility building in the fall of 2008 to serve our patients, giving them the opportunity to explore options for advanced fertility support and relaxation.  The space has since grown to extend its services to non-fertility patients in the Capital Region.

As a practitioner of Chinese medicine I have enjoyed treating patients in this truly peaceful facility.  There is ample space for pause and rejuvenation at CNY Healing Arts-which provides the perfect opportunity for the rest and recovery needed in the midst of healing, rehabilitation, or relaxation.

It’s a pleasure treating the different types of patients that utilize the services.  Patients use acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for the treatment of infertility, menstrual irregularities and pain, musculoskeletal pain, stress, digestive discomfort, and overall wellness.  Our Licensed Acupuncturists are established practitioners in their field, each providing his or her own depth of knowledge and clinical experience for our patient’s individual health goals.
Our Massage Therapists offer pre and post natal massage, Swedish massage, reflexology, neuromuscular, myofascial, deep tissue and sports massage.  Our Licensed Massage Therapists are both thorough and sensitive to the needs of each client, receiving excellent reviews.

The spa services include pedicures and manicures, skin care and facials, which are given by the hands of very talented and knowledgeable practitioners.

CNY Healing Arts was established with the intention of providing high quality services to CNY Fertility patients.  It has proven to be a valuable resource to the community as well, reaching beyond to include a wide range of services meeting a wide range of client needs.  It’s our pleasure to assist you on your path to better health, stop in for a visit or tour anytime.

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Rebecca Rice M.S., L.Ac.
Acupuncturist at CNY Healing Arts Center, Latham, NY
Email me at rrice@cnyhealingarts.com
518.724.5750

Ways to Eat Less Sodium

Healthy eating always seems to be on everyone’s mind.  There are so many different things to look at, it can make shopping and cooking feel like a chore.  One important point to take notice of is sodium.  For Americans without high blood pressure or hypertension, the recommended daily intake of sodium is 2300 mg or less.  However, the average American consumes over 3400 mg a day!  Meeting with a Registered Dietitian can help you stay within your sodium limits.  I work out of the Syracuse, NY Healing Arts Center, which offers nutritional counseling, as well as other services to promote your well-being.

When aiming to eat less sodium, the easiest thing to do is get rid of the salt shaker.  Try using herbs and spices to season your food instead.  But beware, if the word “salt” is on the label, then the product contains salt.

Next, limit your servings of processed and convenience foods.   Frozen foods that are labeled “healthy” or “lean” can still contain more sodium than needed at a meal.  Any canned foods, such as soups, vegetables or beans will have additional sodium.  It is best to  make your own soups and buy fresh or frozen vegetables and dried beans.  If you have to buy canned, make sure that you run the vegetables or bean under running water to help decrease the amount of sodium.

Fast foods and restaurant foods are another avenue to get more sodium than desired.  Ask your waiter to tell the chef not to use salt in the preparation of your food.  Anything that is fried is going to be loaded with sodium, so go with grilled, baked or broiled meals instead.

It is almost impossible to eat sodium free (and our bodies do need some sodium).  Aim to get about 600 mg per meal, and about and about 150 mg per snack.  If you do eat more sodium at one meal, a good idea is to eat a lower sodium meal later to balance  out your intake.

Heather Neely, RD, CDN
hneely@cnyhealingarts.com
315-671-5755
CNY Healing Arts
191 Intrepid Lane, Syracuse, NY 13205
www.cnyhealingarts.com

Syracuse CNY Healing Arts March Newsletter

Please enjoy the March Newsletter from our Syracuse, CNY Healing Arts Center, below. We are conveniently located at 195 Intrepid Lane, Syracuse, NY. If you have any questions about our services or would like to schedule an appointment, please call 315.671.5755.

We are nearing the end of the Winter Season and before you know it we will be enjoying the signs of Spring and the smell of new beginnings. We invite you to come take advantage of all that we have to offer at CNY Healing Arts: massage, acupuncture, yoga, facials, laser treatments and more to prepare yourself for the changing season, inside and out.

Yoga and Meditation: Quiet the Mind

Hot House Yoga:
This class has become so popular that we will now hold our classes every second and fourth Friday 6-8pm, March 12th and 26th.

Beginner Yoga / Prenatal Yoga:
Our beginner yoga classes are appropriate for prenatal clients so please join us if you are expecting. Yoga is very helpful during the physical changes associated with pregnancy. Classes are Thursdays 5:30-6:45pm and Saturday 11:30am-12:45pm.

Meditation Classes and Workshops:
We have an ever growing need to quiet the mind in today’s fast paced world. At CNY Healing Arts we offer a weekly meditation class Wednesdays, 5:45-7pm. We also offer a series of Meditation Workshops titled Transformation Through Guided Meditation on every other Saturday, March 6th and 20th.

Visit our online calendar for details about the above classes and others.

Free Workshops in March

Self Care Essential Oils Workshop:
Saturday, March 13th, 1-2:30pm
Join Bonita Shear, in our Yoga Studio, for this relaxing and instructive workshop on self-care. You will learn some tools for taking time for yourself, quieting your mind with meditation and enjoying the life your living by creating better self awareness and mindfulness. Bonita will introduce you to several essential oils.
*Space is limited so please RSVP to CNY Healing Arts Center at 315.671.5755.

Optimal Health Seminar:
Wednesday, March 10, 7-8pm
Start your journey towards Optimal Health Today!!! This Free Seminar is to help you better understand how your body’s system works, and to achieve your health goals more efficiently. We will cover Feeding and Nourishing your body’s systems as well as Cleansing and Removing toxins from your body. Contact Cindy for more information on this seminar at cindyc@cnyhealingarts.com. *Space is limited so please RSVP to CNY Healing Arts Center at 315.671.5755.

April Retreat with Dr. Rob:
Take the day to get away and enjoy our Spring Renewal Retreat with Dr. Rob and Bonita Shear at the beautiful Stella Maris Retreat Center on the lake in Skaneateles, NY. You will leave feeling refreshed and renewed.
Date/Time: April 10th, 10am-6pm
Cost: We are asking for a $30 donation, proceeds from the retreat will go to the local Food Bank. *Limited space available. * Please RSVP to Chris at events@robertkiltz.com

Sharing Information:

Taking Small Steps for Big Results:
Our Registered Nutritionist, Heather Neely, shares great tips on how to meet your dietary goals in ways that work best for you. She suggests you start by ditching the word “diet.”  Read her article here.

Wintertime Blues:
One of our Acupuncturists, Chi Heon Yi, shares an article about some misconceptions related to the winter season. He suggests we take time to replenish our bodies, participate in fewer strenuous activities and cultivate positive energy within. Read his article here.

Capital News 9 Interview at CNY Healing Arts

Our very own Linda Hill, Yoga Instructor at CNY Healing Arts Center in Latham, NY was recently interviewed by Capital News 9 reporter, Dayana Perez. In celebration of Body Awareness Month Dayana joined Linda, on the mat at our center, to discuss the benefits of yoga and demonstrate some movements and poses. Click on the link below to view the video segment. Enjoy!

http://capitalnews9.com/capital-region-news-12-content/496524/body-awareness-month?ap=1&MP4

Building Energy with Chinese Qi Gong

Building Energy with Chinese Qi Gong is taught at our Rochester CNY Healing Arts Center by licensed acupuncturist, Shelley Szymko-Carroll. The class is offered on Thursdays in the yoga room from 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.

Qi Gong (pronounced “chee gong”) is an integrated mind-body method of movement developed in China several thousand years ago. It is the practice of doing gentle movements with focus on the inhalations and exhalations of breath to achieve a state of improved health, relaxation and vitality. The word “Qi” means “energy” and “Gong” represents “skill “or “work.” So, we can think of Qi Gong as “energy work.” Based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Qi Gong is beneficial to maintain good health or to cure disease. Qi Gong, when combined with acupuncture or Chinese herbs, is highly effective in healing very complicated health concerns with this multi-dimensional approach.

The benefits of practicing Qi Gong include:

• increased physical energy
• a more focused and relaxed mind
• improved blood  and energy flow to the pelvic region
• increased circulation and warmth
• improved metabolism and improvement in digestion
• relief of pain
• deeper, more restful sleep

Qi Gong may be practiced as a group (in a class setting) which is especially important when starting to practice it, or the movements or postures (a similar term used in yoga) can be done at home independently after initial instruction. Daily practice takes no more than 10 minutes.  A major health concern may be addressed by practicing specific therapeutic exercises for an additional 20 to 30 minutes several times per week. Many of the exercises are done while standing, although some are done sitting. Visualization techniques and meditation are also a part of Qi Gong practice.

Health concerns that Qi Gong can address are:

• female and male infertility
• pain , including arthritic pain
• high blood pressure
• headaches
• insomnia
• depression, stress and or anxiety
• cancer (when used in conjunction with modern medicine)

There is a great deal of experiential evidence and clinical research in the United States and abroad that attests to the benefits of Qi Gong. Now may be the time to look at a new method of healing for a particular health concern for which you would like to heal!

*Feel free to reach Shelley regarding any Qi Gong questions at: sszymko-carroll@cnyhealingarts.com

Classes Cancelled for Today at Latham Center

Due to the weather we have canceled classes for Yoga and Zumba today at our Latham location only. If you are out and about in the Capital Region today, please exercise caution. Below are the times of the classes canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Yoga Classes were 10am, 4:30pm and 5:45pm
Zumba Class was at 7:15

March Specials at Our Three Locations

The month of February is coming to an end, please read through our upcoming March Specials below. They are broken out by location, not all services are available at all locations. We have one more month of this Winter Season in Central NY, Spring will be here before you know it! What better way to prepare your body, inside and out, than by visiting one of our CNY Healing Arts Centers to take advantage of one of our services: massage, acupuncture, facial, manicure, pedicure, etc. or attend a class: yoga, zumba, pi/yo and more. Click here for contact information for all 3 locations.

Syracuse Specials:

• 50% off yoga classes will continue until April 1st
• 50% off laser vein removal

Rochester Specials:

• 50% off yoga classes will continue until April 1st
• 25% off all skincare services  (appointments starting March 4th)

Latham Specials:

• 50% off yoga classes will continue until April 1st (new walk-ins who have never taken yoga, 50% off one time, the drop in rate is $14)
• Mani, Pedi, Facial – $120
• Body Buffing- $60 remove dry winter skin (full body scrub with moisturizer)
• Head to Toe – Facial, Body Buff, Mani and Pedi -$170
• New Botox Cosmetics clients receive a complimentary 30 minute facial ($45 value)
• Returning Botox clients already receive 10% off regular pricing, in the month March receive an additional 10% total savings of 20% off your Botox treatment