Feng shui is an ancient Chinese system of home and living space design that uses Five Element theory and simple principles to help you achieve your life goals. Just like acupuncture can help bring balance to the body, mind, and spirit, feng shui can bring balance to...
In Part I, we discussed causes of low back pain from a physiological and energetic standpoint, and how Chinese Medicine can use acupuncture, diet, lifestyle changes, and herbs to help reduce or eliminate pain. One of the main lifestyle changes I recommend for patients...
Low back pain affects many Americans, and it is one of the most common reasons people walk through my door as an acupuncturist. The primary culprits that cause pain in the low back are disc issues (such as degenerative disc disease, or bulging, herniated, torn, or...
As the summer winds down, we find ourselves in the last precious moments of long, warm, carefree days before the schoolyear and fall starts, bringing new routines and busier schedules. We think of the summer as a time to send kids to all sorts of camps to ensure they...
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,...
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