Chinese Medicine Benefits Children

Children are extremely vulnerable to common viruses, allergies, and illnesses. Even strong, energetic and healthy kids are can get sick when surrounded by children in school, sports programs and after-school care.  Antibiotics are used more and more frequently for...

Happy Year of the Snake

February 10th marked the start of the Chinese Lunar New Year 2013, the Year of the Snake.  Snake years are considered favorable, so 2013 should be a positive year for business and personal fortunes. In thinking of your small business or entrepreneurial venture, this...

Making New Year’s Resolutions Succeed

Health goals are the leading category of New Year’s resolutions, which is why it’s so popular to start diets or a new exercise program in the month of January. One of the most effective ways to make a resolution stick is to check in about your self-perception...

Five Tips to Beat Insomnia

Five Tips to Beat Insomnia Getting a good night’s sleep is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Fortunately, if you’re having difficulty sleeping, you don’t have to simply ignore the problem and hope it goes away. There are simple changes you can make to your lifestyle...

Cleansing the Body

Cleansing and detoxifying prepares our bodies for winter.  Cleansing the Liver, Kidneys, Intestines and Lymphatic system strengthens the immune system, so we are better equipped to fight off colds and flus.  Also, it’s a great way to get into the habit of eating...

The Role of the Kidneys in Chinese Medicine

The kidneys’ function of regulating water metabolism in traditional Chinese medicine practice closely parallels their function in Western medicine, but their influence is much more far-reaching. They are the storage place for vital essence (jing), a substance...