What is Yin Deficiency? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yin refers to the aspect of the body that moistens and nourishes. It is considered cool, heavy and wet in nature. Yin nourishes the joints, the mucous membranes, and the gastrointestinal tract. … Continued
What is Blood stagnation? Traditional Chinese medicine defines Blood Stagnation as a syndrome where blood circulation is impaired. This can occur with physical traumatic injuries and poor dietary or lifestyle choices which impair blood flow (like high cholesterol diets and … Continued
What is Qi stagnation? Qi stagnation can result from physical or emotional stress, chronic disease, traumatic events, poor diet and lifestyle choices. When these events occur, it affects the natural flow of energy, or “Qi” in the body. Exaggerated emotional … Continued
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We’ve all been there: last minute projects or work related crisis have you putting in long hours at the office. Add to this a spouse, children or caring for ailing parents and you get the picture. Sex is the last … Continued
I was quite surprised to discover how little I do to love and nurture myself. Me? How is this possible when I spend five days a week nurturing clients through emotionally and physically challenging health crisis? But it’s true. “Physician, … Continued
Anxiety is something that all people experience at some point in their lives. Many people get anxious when speaking in public, about making a good impression or when faced with problems at work. Anxiety is a normal human reaction and can … Continued
“Does Herbal Medicine Really Work?” This is the response I often get from new clients when I recommend herbs as part of their treatment plan. Which is usually followed by some version of “does it taste bad?”. The answer … Continued
Autumn is finally here! The air is crisp. The raucous cawing of crows rains down from the trees near my home, and the first hint of smokey oak wafts from a neighbors chimney. Autumn is my favorite season of the year. … Continued