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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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Spring Detoxification??

Many people look towards the spring with a sense of hope...
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Post-Holiday Malaise and Winter Blues

Since the holiday season is over and winter has finally arrived with single digit temperatures and snow here in the Big Apple...
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Recent Research Shows Scary Statistic on Mortality Rates

I feel the need to share and comment on an article I read a couple of weeks ago about a startling statistic...
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Lyme Disease

I feel compelled to write about Lyme Disease, as three of my patients were diagnosed within one week this summer...
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Staying Cool As a Cucumber in Summer

Cucumbers belong to the Cucurbitaceae family, related to pumpkins, watermelons and other squash...
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Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), a Great Summer Food

Watermelons supposedly originated in Africa. The Moors introduced them to Europe and trade routes eventually lead them as far as China...
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