Summer isn't just for having fun under the sun, but also for healing yourself. In the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we learn that the season of summer is the time to focus on your heart's energy and health. Summer Fire (known as the power of summer) in TCM is a great time of the year … [Read more...] about Discover the Healing Power of Summer Fire ⛅🔥
Preserving your Digestion with Traditional Chinese Medicine
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi energy is our life force and gives life to our body. Every organ has qi and oversees different body functions. At times, one or more organ systems get out of balance. The Spleen qi, which oversees our digestion, gets weakened over time. When our Spleen Qi is … [Read more...] about Preserving your Digestion with Traditional Chinese Medicine
When the healer needs to health thyself!
I want to preface this blog post with a disclaimer: I believe that Western medicine is the best in the world for diagnostics and emergency medical treatment. As a practitioner of Chinese medicine, we have our own diagnostic tools, but we don’t take x-rays, blood work, CT scans, and other … [Read more...] about When the healer needs to health thyself!
Using Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2022
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine have existed for over 3,000 years and to witness the benefits in 2022 is truly remarkable. It’s amazing how powerful an ancient medicine is and can still be applied in modern times! At the same time, people’s lifestyles and ideas about health have changed … [Read more...] about Using Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2022
Rosie’s Broccoli Salad Recipe with Raisins and Sunflower Seeds
Karen Propis Siegel (aka: Queen of Quick Cooking) and fellow acupuncturist in our practice has shared this recipe for the perfect summer broccoli salad. It originated from a dear friend of hers, Rosie, who was a fantastic cook and baker. She gave of herself passionately and lived life with zest. … [Read more...] about Rosie’s Broccoli Salad Recipe with Raisins and Sunflower Seeds
Carrot Raisin and Apple Salad
Karen Propis Siegel (aka: Queen of Quick Cooking) and fellow acupuncturist in our practice created this amazing recipe for the perfect summer salad. Carrots are a great source of beta carotene, Vitamin A, B Vitamins, Vitamin K and potassium. In TCM they help improve digestion and strengthen … [Read more...] about Carrot Raisin and Apple Salad