Why is it that so many people suffer from constipation? And how can Chinese medicine help? According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal (GI) problems, affecting about 42 million people in the U.S. - NIH website Eliminating is … [Read more...] about Constipation and Chinese Medicine
This is what we are here for
Are you under the weather? It’s exactly why you should come and see us. Many people call in sick for work, rightfully so…even if they feel well enough to come to work, it is considered better to stay at home and not expose others - preventing further spread of the “bug” that is running … [Read more...] about This is what we are here for
Just Breathe!
Diaphragmatic Breathing When was the last time you thought to breathe? Breathing is an automatic body action that has some conscious control. Everyone knows how to breathe, right? Unfortunately not. Go ahead, try it. Sit up straight with your feet on the ground. Place one hand on your abdomen and … [Read more...] about Just Breathe!
Making Friends with our Emotions
As Acupuncturists, we sit with many of our clients and talk with them about their emotions. Emotions are an important part of the intake process for Traditional Chinese Medicine. Emotions affect our physical health and physical health affects our emotional well-being. In Traditional Chinese … [Read more...] about Making Friends with our Emotions
There is always something to work on
When was the last time you had a preventative treatment? In every social event or new encounter I have with people there is a question that comes up…”so what do you do for a living?” being an acupuncturist and a healer, immediately after my answer I get a list of medical diagnoses and health … [Read more...] about There is always something to work on
Cooking With Chinese Herbs
As a Chinese herbalist, I am often asked “which herbs are good to eat?” Well, that is a very broad question. First, different herbs are good for different things. We all have unique energetic imbalances and require different treatments. If we eat an excessive amount of “warming” or “cooling” … [Read more...] about Cooking With Chinese Herbs