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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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Winter’s Effects on Your Body

I noticed a trend resulting from all of the cold, snowy winter weather we had this year: it has wreaked havoc on our bodies...
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Winter and the Kidneys

The kidneys are thought to be the “mother of all the organs” in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)...
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New Break

Many people suffer from anxiety in one way or another. Some have a low-grade chronic anxiousness while others experience intense episodes triggered by a situation or circumstance...
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Shape Up Your Immune System!

During the peak of cold and flu season, it’s important to keep your immune system as healthy as possible...
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Hair from the Perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Patients often ask me what it means when they notice their hair falling out at an increased rate...
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Chinese Medicine Perspective: A Little Background on Qi

According Traditional Chinese Medicine, the free flow of qi, or energy, is the ideal state for your body to function from...
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