We all know that water is essential for life. But do you ever stop to think about the water you’re drinking? For some, drinking tap water is the most normal thing in the world. For others, bottled water is the…
Music can have a tremendous impact on our mood and emotions. But were you aware that it can also be healing to the mind and the body? Music is nothing more than a collection of sounds put together in a…
February is marked by Valentine’s Day and Heart Health Month in the U.S. So it’s the perfect time to cozy up to how East Asian Medicine views the functions of the heart and how we can keep it working optimally.…
In East Asian Medicine, there are specific aspects of nature that we follow closely. The most basic of these are the concepts of yin and yang. For the body to maintain homeostasis between yin and yang, it is important to…
A healthy body is dependent on a strong immune system. This is how we are able to defend ourselves against things that can hurt us, such as viruses, pathogenic bacteria and parasites. This is why making healthy choices that support…
In the evolving landscape of human anatomy and biomechanics, emerging concepts are shedding light on the intricate connections between different systems within the body. Many studies and articles are diving into the relationship between breathing, posture, the heart and the…
The health of our lungs isn’t necessarily talked about a lot when general health is discussed. Typically, cardiovascular health, chronic pain, cholesterol and stroke risk tend to be the more common topics. Many people don’t think about lung health until…
As we transition into the shorter winter months and more hours of darkness, many people feel the all too familiar sluggishness and sadness that comes with the season. So it’s no surprise that sales of energy drinks like Monster actually…
Anybody who knows me, knows that Halloween is my jam. Glowing pumpkins, ghoulish costumes, witches flying and of course, Frankenstein’s monster. It can only mean one thing…we’re heading into the season of too much sugar and decadence. Don’t get me…
Copper is a metal with many uses, ranging from wiring electronics to decorating jewelry. But it also plays a critical role in our bodies. Although there are only trace amounts needed in comparison to other minerals, copper has very important jobs and…