In today’s world, we only think about getting medical attention once a problem has arisen. People don’t think of getting treatment for ourselves beyond our yearly physical. However as society is becoming more health-conscious, we are beginning to realize there are several ways to take care of … [Read more...] about Acupuncture As Preventative Medicine
Judging a Book by It’s Cover
In practicing traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), there is a wide variety of methods to create a diagnosis. Perhaps the most obvious to our patients is asking questions. Many patients find that when they come in for their first acupuncture treatment, we (the acupuncturist) ask many questions … [Read more...] about Judging a Book by It’s Cover
Healthy Gratitude
Happy Thanksgiving! The significance of Thanksgiving is different for everyone. For some, it’s a time to eat and spend time with family and friends. For others, it is simply a day off work and time to relax. No matter how you celebrate Thanksgiving, it is an opportunity to stand back from our … [Read more...] about Healthy Gratitude
Modern Guidelines for a Healthy Diet
What is healthy eating? What does a healthy diet look like to you? Eating right for your blood type? Paleo-diet? Vegetarian? Vegan? The truth is that there is no absolute right or wrong way to eat; we each must find a diet that works best for us as individuals. However no matter which diet you … [Read more...] about Modern Guidelines for a Healthy Diet
Inner Smile Meditation
Many patients want to know what else can be done--outside of the treatment room--that will balance their energy. My answer is always the same—meditation! This may sound scary/impossible/weird to some people, but the ancient practice of Qi Gong offers “instructions” on how to meditate. For me, … [Read more...] about Inner Smile Meditation
Book Review: Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life
When I first heard about Dr. Claudia Welch’s Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life, Ihappy to read a book that marries the practices of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. The book was an excellent source of knowledge for the newcomer to any form of Eastern medicine, TCM or … [Read more...] about Book Review: Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life
