East Asian Medicine (EAM) is founded on the principles of restoring balance and harmony within the body, through the dynamic interplay of yin and yang energies. Disruptions in the equilibrium of yin and yang are believed to give rise to various…
For most people, autumn signals a time of slowing down. Many people start to crave heartier, warmer foods like soups and stews, and warm drinks like tea, hot apple cider or hot chocolate. When these trends occur, it’s not just…
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision problem. A person suffering from myopia has a condition that makes close objects appear clear, but distant objects appear blurry. With the introduction of handheld devices like phones and tablets, myopia is on…
If you have ever sipped ginger tea to calm an upset stomach, you already know this root has something special to offer. Ginger has been a cornerstone of plant medicine for more than 2,000 years, used across East Asian Medicine,…
It’s probably fair to say that most people know not to look directly at the sun because it can damage your eyes. But there are also benefits to getting regular sun exposure at certain times of the day. So let’s…
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, many people find a local pub to enjoy some corned beef and cabbage. But cabbage shouldn’t just be shelved until March 17th of every year. In fact, cabbage, in all it’s varieties,…
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…
Now that the “sugar” holidays are over, it might be time for a reset. Sugar addiction is a very real condition and one that contributes to multiple chronic diseases. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the average American consumes a whopping 89…
Nutrition is something everyone should be paying attention to if they want to lead a long healthy life free from chronic disease. But according to the Centers for Disease Control, only 12.3% of Americans meet fruit recommendations and only 10%…
Proper hydration is something that is crucial for the body to function optimally. Unfortunately, we have become accustomed to drinking our water with ice or fresh out of the refrigerator. And while cold water can be refreshing, it can be…