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Acupuncture & Yoga for Low Back Pain- Part I
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...
Get Inspired: Find Your Next Hobby
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...
Season of Love
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...
Healthy Summer Foods According to Chinese Medicine
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,...
Tips for Improving Anxiety and Depression Naturally
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...
Got Seasonal Allergies? Acupuncture Can Help
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...
Meditation of Love and Healing for Ukraine
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...
Simple Spring Detox
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,...
Healthy Vegan BBQ Oyster Mushrooms
I had some oyster mushrooms in the fridge, and I was in the mood for BBQ flavoring. The thing is, I'm currently doing a beta test for my Advanced Chinese Medicine Cleanse, and we are limiting ingredients like refined sugar. Therefore, I had to come up with a way to...
My Columbia Office is Moving!
I've moved my office locations many times in the last dozen years of practice. It's never an easy decision when I do, but this time I am quite excited about the move and plan on it being a place I will stay more long-term. I will be moving my Columbia office location...