As we get deeper into winter and as the “ick” continues to make its way through the population, don’t forget to go back to the basics of health…food is medicine. Food has the power to heal and utilizing traditional recipes…
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…
Ear pain, or otalgia, is a condition marked by an uncomfortable sensation within the ear, which can manifest in various forms, ranging from a dull throbbing to an acute stabbing pain. This discomfort may arise from multiple sources, including infection,…
Detoxification is an ancient tradition that has become a modern fad. Western detox programs tend to be harsh, attempting to rapidly purge toxins from your system before you return to a typical Western diet. Eastern detox programs, however, focus on…
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…
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…
As kids, most of us were told to always eat our greens. And our caregivers were simply following a long line of tradition. For thousands of years, humans have cultivated and consumed green plants. But why, exactly? It turns out…
Anybody who has worked with me knows that healing the gut is a big part of East Asian Medicine (EAM). In order for the body and mind to function properly, we have to receive and assimilate the proper nutrients. When…
We all have stressors in our lives. And for most people, these everyday stressors are easily handled. But since 2020, things have definitely gone into hyperdrive. More and more people are dealing with chronic stress and serious illnesses that are…
Dairy is a natural food produced by cows to feed and fatten up their calves. Humans did not start drinking milk and eating dairy until the agricultural revolution about 10,000 years ago. In fact, humans are the only species that…