Although not everyone falls victim to emotional eating, so many of us do! And more often than not, it tends to be foods that are NOT healthy. Chinese medicine tells us that our body tends to crave certain tastes depending on which energies are out of balance. For example, the spleen craves sweets, … [Read more...] about Eating for Emotional Support
Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
r Here we are, in the middle of September. Autumn does not officially begin until September 22, but, if you’re like me, summer “feels” over once we’re past Labor Day and the kids are back in school. Paul Pitchford, author of “Healing with Whole Foods: Oriental Traditions and Modern … [Read more...] about Summer Should Get a Speeding Ticket
Everything You Wanted to Know about Acupuncture Needles!
Here’s everything (and probably more) that you always wanted to know about acupuncture needles, which are used to stimulate the flow of qi energy. They are made from stainless steel and flexible are like a wire (but not hollow) They’re not much thicker than hair, and much thinner … [Read more...] about Everything You Wanted to Know about Acupuncture Needles!
TCM tool for better health!
What is a TCM tool that anyone can apply for better health? There are many guidelines for healthy living within the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. One of my personal favorites is eating right for the season and eating right for our body type. In TCM each food has an energetic … [Read more...] about TCM tool for better health!
A patient weighs in on how acupuncture helped her migraines!
As an acupuncturist, we often get feedback about how our clients are doing. I was recently asked to share an exciting patient testimonial! You’ve made me feel like a whole person again. I barely even recognize myself I feel so good. This comment was from a patient who came in describing … [Read more...] about A patient weighs in on how acupuncture helped her migraines!
The Scoop on Inflammation and Heat
When we think of inflammation, we often think of localized pain somewhere in the body. An injury, for example, can elicit an acute inflammatory response. In addition, inflammation may be systemic and manifest in various parts of the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has its own … [Read more...] about The Scoop on Inflammation and Heat