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…
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…
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…
One of the secrets to the longevity of the Asian community is that they have always paid close attention to the seasons, particularly the availability of specific foods. And until the 1950’s, most people around the world also were subject…
The lack of vegetable intake in the United States is something I see in my clinic on a regular basis. I hear it all the time, “I don’t like vegetables”. And while it’s ok to not “like” vegetables, it’s not…
If you’ve ever traveled to China, you may have noticed that turkey is not a food that is normally consumed. Part of this is because the turkey is not native to the area. But more importantly, the Chinese do not…
Food cravings are very common. They’re difficult to ignore and typically manifest through an intense or urgent desire for a specific type of food, which will vary from person to person. Everybody has a craving for some food item at sometime…
Digestion and digestive disorders are big business lately. Seems like you can’t toss a stone without hearing about somebody with inflammatory bowel disease or Crohn’s disease. There are many reasons why this is happening too. Everything from stress to genetically…
As we move into the warmer summer months, it is very common to see more people enjoying ice cold drinks, popsicles, ice cream, salads and chilled fruit. And while these items may help keep you from overheating, there is more…
