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Testimonials
After a series of treatments administered by acupuncturist, Nancy Knode, I know my health has improved significantly and in a way that makes life more enjoyable. Specifically, for more than five decades, my right knee has been a continual nuisance that limited my mobility. Nancy Knode focused on this knee
... Read more »More than thirty years ago, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis with pain that would increase as time passed. I sought relief through many medical venues that included medication relief (prescription and over-the-counter) and many different vitamins, lotions and heating treatments. Nothing worked. For a number of years, I had
... Read more »I finally decided to call Harbor Healing Center when my PMS got so bad it lasted almost 4 weeks out of the month. Nancy took the time to have a one-on-one private session with me to understand all my symptoms, and came up with a personalized plan of action for
... Read more »When I arrived at Nancy’s door, I was extremely and chronically
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ill. I had been suffering from Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction
Syndrome for 15 years. When I met Nancy I immediately recognized that
she had the deep compassion that is essential to all healing. I am“I am grateful for how thoughtful and kind Nancy
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Knode is in her practice of acupuncture. She fully explains her
treatments and answers any questions I may have. Nancy is more than
capable – she is compassionate and very caring. I have received acupuncture treatments from NancyAs a newcomer to acupuncture, I was surprised at the holistic way that
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Nancy has helped me over the past four years of consistent treatments.
Relaxation and stress relief were the first noticeable benefits, as well
as an overall healthy balance in the pre and post menopauseDear Nancy,
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I can’t even begin to tell you how much your treatments have helped me. I came to you after having a canoe accident. I needed 2 knee surgeries, which left me with terrible peripheral neuropathy. I was on two different medications which caused drowsiness, constipation and etc… - Nancy Knode, EAMP, M.Ac., Dipl. Ac.
Nancy Knode, EAMP
Well Being Health Center
19045 State Highway 305
Poulsbo, WA 98370
nancyknode@gmail.com360-271-0172
Clinic Hours
Monday 10:00am - 6:00pm Tuesday 10:00am - 6:00pm Thursday 10:00am - 6:00pm Serving Kitsap County and Jefferson County -- Poulsbo, Kingston, Silverdale, Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard, Quilcene, Port Ludlow.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine
Herbal Tonics for Digestion
Digestive disorders can be simple like flatulence or gas, or they can be much more serious, such as Crohn’s disease. But regardless of the severity of the disease, there is no doubt digestive disorders affect far more people than they should, especially in the United States. A recent survey reports nearly 74 percent of all Americans are living with digestive issues. Most people don’t report it to their doctors either, because they assume it is normal to have gas, bloating or abdominal pain. But these symptoms can be indicators of much more serious underlying problems. continue reading
It’s All In Your Head: Headaches and TCM
There are four main types of headache: tension, cluster, sinus and migraine. And, there are varying triggers for these headaches, such as food, stress, hormones, dehydration and weather. Fortunately, eliminating the triggers and finding natural ways to prevent and help an ongoing headache are possible. continue reading
Acupuncture for Harnessing Willpower
Ever had one of those days or weeks where you just can’t pull yourself out of bed in the morning? Or perhaps you just can’t say “No!” to the dessert tray. Regardless of the activity, willpower is what keeps some people disciplined. But it doesn’t make you a bad person if you have dessert with every meal, buy more shoes than you really need or take longer to get going in the morning. It just means your willpower isn’t strong. And just like any other habit, that can be changed. continue reading
TCM and Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD, is a form of depression that affects people all throughout the world. Most commonly experienced during fall and winter months, the symptoms of SAD include depression, hypersomnia, lethargy, difficulty concentrating, negative thoughts and decreased social interaction. Higher levels of anxiety are experienced at the end of the summer season as those who suffer from this ailment start to anticipate the coming months of less sunshine and increased symptomatology. continue reading
Walnuts and Your Brain
Many people like to add walnuts to food to add some zest and a little crunchy kick, but walnuts are much more than a flavor additive, as they are chock full of healthy properties and have been used in Asia as an overall health tonic and brain booster for years. Let’s take a nutty look at walnuts. continue reading
The Shen Mind Connection
Traditional Chinese Medicine looks at things differently and while it may be a little confusing, there is usually some common ground that can be found upon examination and explanation. One such area is the idea of the mind. The mind in Traditional Chinese Medicine is commonly referred to as the shen. continue reading
Physical Aspects Related to The Lungs
In the world of Traditional Chinese medicine, the lung is probably the organ whose TCM functions overlap the most with its Western functions. Respiration, the immune system and the skin are all systems heavily influenced by the lung, both in acupuncture and in Western medicine. continue reading
Mental and Emotional Aspects of the Lungs
As an acupuncturist, I am constantly assessing. Before my patients answer a single question, I am taking in cues as to what types of imbalances might be going on. In five-element acupuncture, the five major organ systems are the kidney, liver, lung, heart and spleen. When any of these systems are out of balance, certain physical, mental and emotional issues can manifest. Even if you aren’t experiencing a specific health issue, however, you will likely display particular personality traits that fall within these five organ systems. In the five-element world, the lungs are connected to the element of metal. continue reading
Herbal Tonics to Reduce Stress
Stress is something that affects everybody. Stress is defined as a state of mental or emotional tension or strain resulting from demanding or adverse circumstances. This can result in a multitude of symptoms, including headaches, muscle tension, pain, insomnia, worry, anxiety, depression and even disease. And according to a recent survey, nearly 77 percent of all Americans regularly experience physical or psychological symptoms caused by stress (American Institute of Stress, May 2017). continue reading
Five Acupuncture Points for Indian Summer
Acupuncture is part of a medical system that dates back nearly 3,500 years. This medical system is known as Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM. TCM acknowledges not four but five seasons. The fifth season, Indian Summer, occurs in late August through mid-September. Each season in TCM has a pair of organs or energetic pathways it corresponds to. For Indian Summer, these pathways are those of the spleen and stomach. continue reading