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Spring Cleaning Inside and Out: Mold and Dampness

A few weeks ago, I discovered black mold in the back of my closet...
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Menopause and the Chinese Medicine Perspective

Menopause is a natural physiological process through which menstruation ceases and fertility is no longer possible in a woman...
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Low Back Pain

Low back pain is so common that it is one of the most frequent reasons people give for missing work in the U.S.!
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Food Poisoning and Chinese Medicine

Unfortunately, last month I suffered from food poisoning I contracted from a restaurant...
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Acid Reflux or GERD and TCM

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease is a disorder in which the acid from the stomach backs up into the esophagus irritating the lining and causing symptoms like heartburn...
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Basic Concepts in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The immune system is a scheme through which the body identifies harmful pathogens and attempts to eliminate them in order to maintain health...
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The Cold Nose Theory & Chinese Medicine

The cold nose theory explains the immune reaction in the intranasal cavity when a virus invades; this reaction is impeded with cold exposure. Chinese medicine theory outlines this basic concept of cold invading through the nose and causing illness, though it is thousands of years old.
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All About Autumn

11/16/23 is the Great American Smokeout; acupuncture can assist the process of quitting smoking. Autumn is associated with the lungs in Chinese medicine which govern the skin and hair.
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Weight Loss and Acupuncture

Being overweight or obese poses significant health risks. Acupuncture may facilitate weight loss and improve health. There are two main syndromes in Chinese medicine that underlie simple obesity: spleen deficiency and phlegm damp in the interior.
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The End of Covid, For Some

Long covid is a serious problem for those who suffer. It can manifest in anyone who contracted the SARS-CoV2 virus, serious or mild and may last for years. Here's what to know and how to combat it.
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Work-Life Balance

Working from home has its challenges, as does working long hours at the office. Excessive work can affect not only the balance in your life, but your mental health and your qi, leading to a vulnerability. Setting healthy boundaries can help.
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Medication Side Effects and Acupuncture

Sometimes taking medication is lifesaving and necessary. But all meds have side effects. Acupuncture can help mitigate these negative experiences so that the exerience is more tolerable to the patient.
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