Testimonials
 

For the last 20 years, I’ve had major intestinal issues with continual constipation, bloating and gas. Over the years, I had gone to several GI doctors, but none of them could figure out what was wrong with me. I was resigned to the fact that it was something that I would just have to live with for the rest of my life, which made me feel completely miserable day in and day out.

I’ve always been open to natural modalities, so when a friend told me about John, something really resonated and aligned with me. So, I made an appointment with John for a Korean Eight Constitution Diagnosis. Everything he said made sense to me about my body and what I should be eating.

After my first appointment, he recommended that I schedule an Alternative Medical Evaluation. Honestly, I had no idea what he was going to do in that session, but for the first time something just felt right and I just trusted the process, which was a big deal for someone who is a total control freak! 

Long story short, I have been seeing John for a little over a year and the things he has cured me of are unbelievable. He has cured me of my gluten and dairy allergies…which means I can now eat gluten and dairy again without any gas and bloating. And my constipation is now under control! 

He has relieved the arthritis in my knees, cleared up my adult acne, got my hay fever under control, helped me lose weight and have a flatter stomach. 

And quite honestly the most amazing thing that he has helped me with the emotional roller coaster I have been on. In the last two years, both my mother and father passed away and the break up of my engagement has been really hard on me to say the least. When I see John, I can go in a total emotional wreck, and I always come out of his treatments, feeling amazing with my emotions stabilized. 

John is so amazing with the way he figures out what’s going on with your body and emotions. He is kind and compassionate. I’m truly so thankful that I found him, because he has truly changed my life for the better, both emotionally and physically. 

-Kim
New York, NY

I cannot express enough gratitude for everything that Dr. John Keranakis has done for my family. When I first met John, my wife and I were trying to have a baby for years. My wife had three miscarriages beforehand, and the third miscarriage put my wife in physical and mental hopelessness, which led me to seek help from Dr. Keranakis to aid her recovery.  Although I had been familiar with Korean Eight Constitution Diagnosis before meeting him, I never thought that I would find someone as authentic as Dr. Keranakis in a middle of New York City! He treated my wife regularly with acupuncture and gave her advice on diet. Just in four months, not only did she become healthier, but she also became pregnant. Under his care, my wife had a healthy pregnancy, and now we are proud parents of a beautiful son. 

Dr. Keranakis yet again came to our rescue when our son developed an acute skin problem at three-month-old.  He would get rashes on his face, and the itchiness caused him to scratch his face during sleep, which resulted in weeping blisters and bleeding. His pediatrician told us that it was common for many babies and advised us to put on over-the-counter ointments, which did not improve the condition substantially. We tried to accept his condition as something time would heal; nevertheless, it was a very stressful time for all of us. When we brought the baby to John, he diagnosed that my son was allergic to cow milk protein. After receiving John’s allergy treatment, my son’s skin problem is completely gone.

I was at ease with having Dr. Keranakis treat my infant child, since I believe that his methods are safe and effective. John is very knowledgeable of the workings of human body and well versed in both Eastern and Western medicines. He incorporates various methodologies to offer the most practical and efficient treatments without using pharmaceuticals or chemicals which can cause side effects. He always explains his treatments and procedures in full details. As a nervous, new parent, I really appreciated his confidence in his practice: he firmly believes in the efficacy of his treatments, and now I do, too, from the healing successes that I witnessed in my family.

-Iljung K.

I developed food allergies in my early 20s. The first attack came as a result of nuts or chickpeas, I'm still not sure. I broke out in hives, and not realizing the severity of food allergies, I just took several pills of benydryl and waited for it to subside. The attacks got progressively worse—the second attack (from hummus) occurred while I was camping, over an hour drive from the nearest hospital. I broke out in hives and also had difficulty breathing. I self-medicated with benydryl and an albuterol inhaler. The third attack (again due to chickpeas) occurred while I was on a run. I was itchy, short of breath, and felt my throat closing. I ran to the nearest hospital for treatment. The fourth attack (also chickpeas) was just a week later, before I had a chance to see an allergist. I again had to rush to the nearest hospital, and by the time I arrived, my throat was so swollen I couldn't speak. The attacks got more and more acute with time, which was terrifying. I was eventually diagnosed with food allergies to chickpeas, but also peanuts, strawberries, carrots, sesame seeds, walnuts, almonds, and pecans.

I spent years worried to travel, eat out, or try new foods. For a time, I would have severe anxiety if I ate anything that I didn't make for myself, and traveling abroad was a constant source of stress. The threat of food allergies was something I had to live with every day.

Since I've had Dr. Keranakis' acupuncture treatment, I have eaten chickpeas, walnuts, almonds, strawberries, carrots, and sesame seeds without any problem. Not so much as an itchy throat. Although I tend to still avoid these foods, I feel like I have my life back again, since I feel confident I won't end up back in the ER. I'm not panicked and stressed while eating out, and I have the freedom to travel internationally again. I don't have to worry that I'll spend the whole trip trying to translate allergies, plagued with worry that they misunderstood. I can't express enough gratitude for Dr. Keranakis' work!

-Allie W. SAVEUR Magazine

Last fall, I went to see John at Balanced Energetic and was tested for reactions to various common allergens. After a process in which my strength was tested in the presence of each of the allergens, it was discovered that I was allergic to grass pollen. To treat my allergy, John inserted a very small needle tangentially into the upper part of my right ear. The insertion was quick and painless.  For approximately 3 weeks, I kept the needle in my ear and during this time I was able to go about my normal daily routines without any discomfort or side-effects. After 3 weeks, the needle was easily removed by myself.

Fast forward six months to the spring of this year when I visited my family for dinner one evening. My entire family has seasonal allergies and, springtime usually being the worst time of the year, I heard from everyone how they were suffering from the tell-tale symptoms such as constant sneezing, coughing, and itching in the eyes and throat area. This got me thinking about my own condition this spring and how I haven't really experienced these same symptoms, unlike previous years for as long as I can remember.  In fact, I have been so used to living allergy-free from pollen since I visited John at Balanced Energetic that I forgot what it was like to be suffering from allergies until that evening when my family reminded me that I used to be just like them.  Without a doubt I believe the auricular treatment I received from John made the difference and my quality of life has improved as a result. 

I highly recommend John to anyone who wants to improve their well-being and health. He is very patient, thorough, knowledgeable, capable, and a great conversationalist who will put you at ease with his friendliness.  And probably most importantly, he delivers results!

-Wing S.