by jodi | Aug 3, 2013 | Alternative Medicine, Blog, Health Tips
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...
by jodi | Jun 8, 2013 | Alternative Medicine, Blog
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...
by jodi | Mar 18, 2013 | Blog, Health Tips
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...