Have you ever noticed that some health issues seem to come out of nowhere when the seasons change? One day you're fine, and the next you wake up with the room spinning, or half your face isn't moving the way it should. It's scary, and honestly, it often happens right when fall arrives. … [Read more...] about Why Vertigo and Bell’s Palsy Show Up More in Fall (And What You Can Do About I
The Underestimated Importance of Healthy Digestion
In modern culture, the value of healthy digestion is often underestimated. Digestive imbalances—such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and gas—are frequently overlooked or considered “normal” side effects of everyday eating habits. The truth, however, is that healthy digestion is one of the … [Read more...] about The Underestimated Importance of Healthy Digestion
Acupuncture & Balance: More Than Just Needles
A question I often hear as an acupuncturist is: “How does acupuncture help the body?” There are many ways to answer this. One explanation focuses on energy, or Qi, which flows through the body and influences all physical, emotional, and mental functions. Another emphasizes how disease often … [Read more...] about Acupuncture & Balance: More Than Just Needles
The Five Flavors of Food in Traditional Chinese Medicine
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), most natural, unprocessed foods carry a distinct flavor. These flavors—sweet, bitter, sour, pungent, and salty—are more than just tastes. Each carries therapeutic properties that influence our health and help create balance in the body. … [Read more...] about The Five Flavors of Food in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Cold & Flu Season Is Here: Boost Your Immunity Naturally with Chinese Medicine
It’s happening. The kids have barely been back in school for two months, and already the bugs are flying—stomach flu, the common cold, and more. And it’s only October! But don’t panic—there’s still time to strengthen your immune system and stay ahead of seasonal illnesses. In fact, by making a few … [Read more...] about Cold & Flu Season Is Here: Boost Your Immunity Naturally with Chinese Medicine
In Pain? Try Acupuncture!
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves inserting very thin needles into specific points on the body. It has been well documented in the Chinese medical literature as well as in Western medicine to be an effective modality for pain management. It’s believed to … [Read more...] about In Pain? Try Acupuncture!
