For most of us, Chinese herbs are an alternative and unknown form of medicine. However, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) they are an integral part of healing! Many people liken Chinese herbs to medication but they couldn’t be farther apart. First, Chinese herbs are natural substances—roots, … [Read more...] about Chinese Herbs: An Introduction
Cinnamon: The Wonder Spice
Cinnamon, a commonly used spice and herb in our kitchen, actually has many health benefits. From blood sugar regulation to anti-inflammatory properties, Cinnamon covers it all. Gui zhi, as I like to think of it, has been in the Chinese medical materia medica for thousands of years and has always … [Read more...] about Cinnamon: The Wonder Spice
Natures First Aid Kit
Natures First Aid Kit Our health food and grocery stores shelves are lined with many different supplements and medicines – trying to determine what to take can be overwhelming. There are many choices that extend beyond the supplement aisle! There is much to learn about the food universe – even … [Read more...] about Natures First Aid Kit
The Magic of Midlife – Women’s wellness and Traditional Chinese Medicine
As women, we are pressured to stay slim, a desire encouraged by the world around us, by advertising, by magazines, by popular culture.. And yet, our bodies change as we age – mostly beyond our control. Midlife hormonal changes require new eating and exercise habits if we are to maintain current … [Read more...] about The Magic of Midlife – Women’s wellness and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Holistic Fertility Group: New Tools to Enrich Your Fertility Journey
The struggle to conceive can be a very emotional and taxing journey. In conjunction with conventional medical treatments, there are several aspects of health and well-being that can be addressed through complementary techniques. These techniques include diet, exercise, acupuncture, herbs, … [Read more...] about Holistic Fertility Group: New Tools to Enrich Your Fertility Journey
Bottoms Up!
As most of our patients taking herbs know, herbs do not taste good. There is a reason for this. The Chinese materia media (all Chinese herbs) are classified by their tastes--different tastes have different functions. For example, sweet tonifies deficiencies and sour astringes fluids. Therefore, … [Read more...] about Bottoms Up!
