Kung Hei Fat Choy! The Western calendar date of February 14th 2010 marked the Chinese New Year 4708: The year of the Metal Tiger. The Tiger represents the third year in the 12 year cycle of the Chinese Zodiac – preceded by the Ox and followed by the Rabbit – and has many auspicious things [...]
Category Archives: Herbs
What is Acupuncture?
February 2, 2010 – 9:26 AM
As a licensed acupuncturist, and blogger on the subject, I probably should have publicly answered this question some time ago. It has recently come to my attention that while many people enjoy the profound benefits of acupuncture in blissful ignorance of its how’s and why’s, there is another camp with rising curiosity on what it all [...]
Chinese Food Therapy: Herbal Trail Mix
January 26, 2010 – 9:20 AM
Ever thought that your morning muffin or stir-fry lunch contained not just sustenance, but healing properties? Ancient Chinese medical theory has ascribed certain energetics and functions to many common foods, that still remain true today. Such properties are very different from nutritional values (vitamins, calories, fats, fiber, etc), which came later in the evolution of the nature of food. Let’s [...]
Winter Blues
January 22, 2010 – 1:14 PM
Depression affects the quality of life for many individuals year-round, but has a significant increase in the winter months. As the sunlight reduces, the weather gets colder, and the sky gets gloomier – we, too, experience these changes in our bodies and state-of mind. There are many natural things we can do to boost our moods [...]
Losing Weight with Acupuncture
December 30, 2009 – 8:57 AM
Start Your New Year off Right! Lose Weight & Keep it Off Reduce Cravings Improve Energy Alleviate Joint Pain Reduce Muscle Fatigue Regulate Blood Sugar Levels Jump Start Your Metabolism Regulate Hormone Function Detoxify the System Reduce Stress It is that time of year again…for making those promises to ourselves that we have been putting [...]
Winter
December 20, 2009 – 12:23 PM
It is official, winter has begun in New York City. With a snowstorm leaving several inches of white powder on the city streets this morning, it reminds me of the wonder of this sometimes chilling season. Growing up in Minnesota, snow and cold temperature are no news to me. But still, the first snowfall of [...]
Easy At-Home Facial & Natural Acne Care
December 14, 2009 – 9:01 AM
Going in for a facial can not only be an expensive endeavor, but depending on the place also involve harsh products that can be irritating to sensitive skin. Here is a simple and effective facial you can do at home – using most of what already is in your fridge (plus a couple of extras [...]
Easy At-Home Facial & Natural Acne Care
December 14, 2009 – 9:01 AM
Going in for a facial can not only be an expensive endeavor, but depending on the place also involve harsh products that can be irritating to sensitive skin. Here is a simple and effective facial you can do at home – using most of what already is in your fridge (plus a couple of extras [...]
Arthritis & Bone Spurs
December 11, 2009 – 10:32 AM
Knee and other joint pain is a common complaint for many people. The symptom itself can come from a variety of reasons, including inflammation, injury, arthritis, bone spurs, tendinitis, among others. Knowing the appropriate western diagnosis can help to increase the efficacy of alternative therapies like acupuncture. From a Chinese medicine perspective we can determine the appropriate [...]
Arthritis & Bone Spurs
December 11, 2009 – 10:32 AM
Knee and other joint pain is a common complaint for many people. The symptom itself can come from a variety of reasons, including inflammation, injury, arthritis, bone spurs, tendinitis, among others. Knowing the appropriate western diagnosis can help to increase the efficacy of alternative therapies like acupuncture. From a Chinese medicine perspective we can determine the appropriate [...]