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Letting Go of What Was, and Embracing What Is
By Dr. Jennifer L. Yocum, Licensed Acupuncturist In Chinese Medicine, the emotion that corresponds to the fall season is grief. Grief can show up in many ways, and is complex. Unfortunately, in American culture, grief is also often encouraged to be suppressed, or...
Natural Ways to Heal Jaw Pain, Clenching, and Grinding
By Dr. Jennifer L. Yocum, Licensed Acupuncturist If you’re like me and many adults, you may suffer from teeth clenching, grinding (also known as bruxism), or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Stress, anxiety, sleep apnea and even gut imbalances or parasites can...
Lemon Poppyseed Waffles (GF, DF, vegan option)
Waffles are one of the favorite weekend breakfasts for my kids and these lemon ones are fun and sweet enough they don't need any syrup (but no judgment if you decide to add a little!). Makes 4 Belgian waffles Ingredients: 2 cups gf flour1 tsp baking powderZest of two...
Staying Hydrated: Chinese & Western Medicine Perspectives
Staying hydrated is especially important during the warmer months, but is critical year-round. From a Western medical perspective, water intake is vital for carrying nutrients and oxygen to your cells, flushing out bacteria from your bladder, getting rid of waste,...
Vegan Carne Asada Lettuce Wrap Tacos (GF, DF)
Vegan "meats" have come a long way since I was a vegetarian back in the 90s. These new mushroom-based Meati Foods brand carne asada "steaks" are my favorite so far, and are perfect when you're craving something lighter, or wanting to impress a vegan guest....
Pitaya Bowl (Vegan, GF)
Pitaya is another word for dragonfruit, and typically is the "red" version which is a beautiful, vibrant magenta color. You can find this pre-blended and frozen, as I did here, or you can buy the pitaya whole and blend it ahead of time, place it in ice cube trays or a...
Tropical Papaya Boat (GF, DF, Vegan Option)
Who doesn't love a pretty and dramatic dish for breakfast or brunch? This papaya bowl is a stunner and full of healthy vitamins and minerals to start your day off right. Ingredients: 1/2 papaya, cut lengthwise and seeds removed 5 oz plant-based plain yogurt (such as...
Fig & Blueberry Vegan Yogurt Bowl
Fresh figs are an amazing treat when they are in season. In Chinese Medicine, figs help to eliminate toxins, clear heat, tonify the qi and blood, and they help the spleen, stomach, lungs, and large intestine. Blueberries are not only packed with amazing antioxidants-...
Summer Sun, Summer Fun
In Chinese Medicine and our own culture alike, summer is the time of get-togethers, outdoor fun, and play. It’s the perfect time of year to embrace your child-like nature by trying something new, and maybe even a little potentially embarrassing! Here are some ideas to...
Herby Scrambled Eggs
Eggs are good for helping to build kidney qi according to Chinese Medicine, and so if you're feeling tired or run down, or you've been "burning the candle at both ends" lately, try out these herby scrambled eggs. They're my favorite way to eat scrambled eggs and the...