Boost Your System with Astragalus

Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for literally thousands of years. Today, in the western world, it’s being rediscovered as a powerful adaptogenic herb with a remarkable ability to balance and boost immune...

Keeping Cool in the Summer Heat

After a long cold winter, it’s hard to imagine we would be bothered by heat. As recent Bay Area temperatures dip into the triple digits, we can keep cool with diet and exercise. Summer correlates to the Fire Element and is the most yang, masculine and active of...

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...