Spring is almost upon us! In addition to beautiful weather, sunshine and flowers, spring brings seasonal allergies. For people suffering from allergies, the congestion, runny nose, itchy eyes and sneezing can be debilitating! Luckily, Chinese medicine has a treatment for seasonal allergies that … [Read more...] about Traditional Chinese Medicine for Spring Allergies
Julie Shindler-Cohen Celebrates 10-year Anniversary
10 Years in Practice: A Reflection Happy New Year, everyone! 2019 signifies my 10th anniversary as an acupuncturist. I cannot believe it has been a whole decade. As I gear up to celebrate my 10th year, I am very reflective on my experience thus far. I remember that when I first started practicing … [Read more...] about Julie Shindler-Cohen Celebrates 10-year Anniversary
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine During the Winter Months
Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes the cycles of nature and the importance of living in harmony with them. TCM identifies winter as Yin because yin is cold and during the winter months, living things become more inactive. An introspective, restful approach with meditation is needed to store … [Read more...] about Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine During the Winter Months
Immune Broth
Immune Broth: makes about 4 quarts | prep time: 15 minutes | cook time: 90 minutes Whether you’re under the weather or just looking for an immunity boost, this is a great go-to broth. Here I introduce you to burdock root. It’s loaded with potassium, iron, magnesium, and ever-important zinc. In … [Read more...] about Immune Broth
Honoring the season of winter in body, mind, and spirit
It is winter in Michigan and we are awaiting a winter storm. It will be cold, with a dark sky & a blanket of ivory over everything. In Chinese Medicine, wintertime reflects the Kidney energy, which is the body's deepest and most vital energy source. The Kidney energy is thought of as our … [Read more...] about Honoring the season of winter in body, mind, and spirit
Tips for Avoiding Colds and Flu
It’s that time of year again! That time where EVERYONE seems to be getting sick with the common cold, flu and worse. Conventional medicine has few options to treat these maladies and we all suffer through the runny nose, sneezing, fatigue and sore throat. But you don’t have to! No one really has … [Read more...] about Tips for Avoiding Colds and Flu