Many people don’t know much about the thyroid gland until they get diagnosed with some sort of metabolic disease. But this little butterfly shaped gland is extremely important and plays a major role in how our bodies function. And believe…
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…
Heart attacks, high blood pressure and the threat of stroke or sudden death are a huge fear for many Americans. After decades of being told that eating salt and saturated fat is the cause of heart disease, it still holds…
Many people go to the doctor, an acupuncturist, a chiropractor or any other therapist and expect miracles. We have been conditioned to believe that “healers” have the ability to heal our physical and mental health issues without any effort from…
When a couple is trying to conceive and having problems doing so, it can sometimes seem hopeless. And frequently, the female is the focus of fertility issues. But as we all know, it takes two to make a baby and…
Men are always considered to be the stronger of the two sexes and the problem solvers. But what happens when men need help? Well, most men have a tendency to wait until the issue is blaringly obvious and needs attention. …
As we continue our celebration of Men’s Health Month, it is time to look at the most important area of the male anatomy. No. Not that. But it does feed into that. We’re going to be talking about the kidneys. …
Language is used to relay thoughts, feelings and intentions to one another on a daily basis. But sometimes there are hidden meanings that can get lost in translation. This is particularly evident in East Asian Medicine, where our organs have…
Transitioning from National Stress Awareness Month into Healthy Vision Month gives us pause to consider that one of the biggest contributors to vision issues is stress. And even though it sounds like a broken record, the best way to maintain…
While most people associate acupuncture only with needles, there is actually a lot more to this medicine. Acupuncture in just one component of the larger East Asian Medical system. Ear seeds, for example, are a popular form of herbal treatment, which…