The weather is warm, and plenty of time at the beach, pool, or amusement parks can help to keep our spirits high. Summer is the season of love, friendship, parties, and fun in Chinese Medicine, and it feels great when things seem to align to support us and bring us...
In Chinese Medicine, the summer corresponds to the fire element and is a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. Unlike any other element, the fire has four organs associated with it, rather than two: the heart, small intestine, the pericardium or heart protector,...
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), almost 20% of Americans live with a mental illness (National Institute of Mental Health, 2022). In my office, I see patients with anxiety and depression on...
Ah spring, that time of the year when the birds chirp, the flowers bloom, and life starts anew. Unfortunately for many people, it also means the start of seasonal allergies, with that pesky yellow pollen being a main offender. Thankfully, you don’t have to hole away...
Like many of you, I have been heartbroken over the events going on in Ukraine. We may feel helpless beyond just donating money, however our loving energy and prayers can be felt even though we may live half a world away. I have put together a short video for you to...
The spring is a time of awakening and revitalization as we become more active and ready to shed the weight and heaviness of the winter. While there are no shortage of diet and exercise plans that tout the benefits of juices, pills or whatever the next fad or trend is,...
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