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About Heather Vandeburg
Expertise
I can answer any questions about Acupuncture, Chinese Herbals, Tuina (Chinese massage, Cupping, and Gua Sha. I can answer questions about Qi, Meridians, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory. I can answer how these different modalities can benefit different conditions.

Experience
I have a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice in DeKalb IL. I have been practicing TCM since 2002. I have given many lectures and classes on the subject of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture, Women’s Health, Nutrition and Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation. This Includes speaking at an International Conference for the United Leukodystrophy Foundation.

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AAOM, NCCAOM, CCAOM, ILAAOM

Publications
Women Today, ILAAOM website,

Education/Credentials
Master degree in Oriental Medicine, Bachelor degree in Nutrition, Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences. I am lisensed and board certified in Acupuncture. I did an advanced internship at Guang Zhou University in Guang Zhou China.

Awards and Honors
I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine

 
   

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Topic: Acupuncture



Expert: Heather Vandeburg
Date: 3/18/2008
Subject: Pale, clay colored stools

Question
Hello,

About a month and a half ago I have a couple days of pale, clay colored stools. Again today, I have them again.
Can you give me some insight why.

Thank you

Answer
Hi, Kristie,
I practice TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine).  In that system, pale stool that is yellow means empty-heat.  Empty heat is common to menopausal women.  Hot flashes and night sweats are common to empty heat.  There are lots of other empty heat signs.  There are many other things to look at beyond the stool the fully diagnose you.  In western medicine terms I think pale stool usually has something to do with the gallbladder. Sometimes medication or diet can change the color of stool. Find a TCM specialist in you area and have a consultation with them.  

Warm Regards,
Heather Vandeburg LAc MSOM

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