Bell’s palsy is defined as a sudden, temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles on once side of the face caused by inflammation or damage to the seventh cranial nerve. And while most people make a full recovery, others need…
Dark circles and under eye bags are rarely a major medical emergency, but they can be bothersome and might indicate some underlying health issues. The good news is that there are natural solutions. So let’s take a look at the…
Mucus and inflammation are conditions that are frequently treated at Zen Penguin Wellness. These two issues go hand in hand and are often the combination that makes so many people feel sick or tired. Everybody deals with mucus and inflammation,…
Acupuncture, one of the most widely known components of East Asian Medicine (EAM), promotes balance and harmony through the use of tiny needles that shift energy and cause physiological changes to the body. Beyond immediate relief from symptoms, regular acupuncture offers…
For many, winter snow conjures images of sledding and hot cocoa. But beneath the beauty of the frosty landscape lies a hidden danger…shoveling snow. While snow removal may seem like a mundane chore, it can pose significant threats to cardiovascular…
Everyone experiences feelings of cold. But for some people, it’s a daily struggle, even when the temperatures are sweltering. Persistent coldness can signal underlying health issues and imbalances. East Asian Medicine (EAM) offers valuable insights into why some people always…
Almost everyone has experienced that feeling where you’re exhausted, lying in bed and your mind refuses to slow down. Your heart might be racing slightly, your thoughts churning, as sleep feels frustratingly out of reach. That sensation of being “tired but wired”…
A very common complaint from patients is that they constantly feel tired. Sometimes this fatigue is related to lack of sleep, but sometimes no amount of rest seems to alleviate the sleepiness. From an acupuncture and East Asian Medicine (EAM) perspective,…
Ever had one of those days or weeks where you just can’t pull yourself out of bed in the morning? Or perhaps you just can’t say “No!” to the dessert tray. Regardless of the activity, willpower is what keeps some…
Your first acupuncture appointment might be a little different than what you expected. This is because East Asian Medicine is a whole body method of treatment. Acupuncturists treat diseases according to patterns, not just a diagnosed condition. This generally means…