The winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year and the longest night of the year. The true yin nature of the year begins and we have to adapt and adjust until the longer, warmer days of spring and…
Most people call this the most wonderful time of the year. But for many, it’s also one of the most stressful times of the year. It certainly doesn’t have to be that way though. Make the season more enjoyable by stopping stress in…
With the holiday season in full swing, get togethers commencing and traveling taking place, the chances of getting sick can increase. So now is a good time to improve your overall lung health. As last week’s post recommended, there are…
As we head into what has been dubbed “cold and flu season”, it is important to remember that while catching a cold or the flu is possible, it doesn’t have to be probable. The lungs control breathing and taking in…
For those who celebrate Thanksgiving, you know what’s in store later this week; a whole lotta food. Which is great! It’s a time to celebrate the abundance of fall, spend time with family, watch some football and whatever else you…
In honor of November being National Diabetes Awareness Month, let’s do a dive into what this disease is and how East Asian Medicine can help. It is estimated that nearly 26 million men, women and children across the United States…
The first time you see the tools used to perform gua sha, you might wonder if this is more of a sadistic form of torture. But this ancient technique might be just what the doctor ordered for many different ailments.…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!! Well, for me it is. This is my favorite season and my favorite holiday. And in East Asian Medicine, we have a category of acupuncture points known as Ghost Points. Seems appropriate…
The Chinese body clock elaborates upon important acupuncture theory, which pre-dates modern Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has been utilized by East Asian Medicine for centuries. Good health is demonstrated by optimal organ function. In ancient China, the affects of illness…
In East Asian Medicine, each season is ruled by an element – autumn by metal, winter by water, spring by wood, summer by fire and late summer by earth. Each of us is comprised by all of the elements, though…