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For years, one of the most common things I’d hear from skeptical patients was that meridians couldn’t be found anywhere in the body — that if Western anatomy couldn’t see them, maybe they weren’t real. I understood the skepticism, even as I watched treatment after treatment confirm what Chinese medicine has taught for millennia. Recent […]

Pregnancy is often described in terms of three trimesters, each offering its own physiological and emotional landscape. But there’s a sacred, often overlooked stage that comes before all of that: the Premester—the intentional period of preparing the mind and body for conception. There’s no single timeline for a premester. For some, it may last a […]

One of the questions I get asked most often in the treatment room is some version of: “How does acupuncture actually work?” For thousands of years, Chinese medicine has answered that with the concept of Qi — a vital life force moving through a network of meridians that connect every part of the body. I’ve […]

The Snake, often misunderstood in Western narratives as a symbol of temptation or fear, will take center stage in the lunar zodiac as a creature of profound wisdom, transformation, and quiet strength. Considered yin by their association with dampness, darkness, and deep concentration, the Snake is also known to be opportunistic and lightning-fast when the […]

If you’re in your mid-30s and find you’re on a hormonal roller coaster, you may be entering perimenopause.  Firstly, don’t panic! This doesn’t mean you’re going to enter menopause anytime soon. This stage in a woman’s reproductive life can last a decade and isn’t a sign that menopause is imminent.  Secondly, don’t assume you have […]

Dates may be the most popular fruit in the Middle East and North Africa, and they are cherished in both culinary and traditional medicine practices. Historically used to treat fever and promote wound healing, dates are also believed to have benefits for those preparing for childbirth. Myth or fact? You may have heard that eating […]

Here comes … Summer! You’re probably familiar with the solar calendar (used widely today) and the lunar calendar (from many ancient cultures) – but have you heard of the Solar Terms?  The 24 Solar Terms, or Seasonal Nodes, based on both solar and lunar calendars, are biweekly divisions that reflect significant shifts in nature. People […]

Do you ever find yourself doubled over in pain during your period, wishing there was an easy fix? Well, new research suggests that acupuncture could be a great choice to tackle nasty cramps.  Let’s explore how this ancient Chinese practice works and why it might be the perfect remedy for your period-related woes.  Key Takeaways […]

Emotional Freedom Technique – referred to as EFT or “tapping” – is a powerful transformational tool that utilizes acupuncture points and self-affirming statements to catalyze profound healing. EFT can address everything from anxiety and depression; to physical pain or illness; to trauma/PTSD; to limiting core beliefs and personal patterns that keep us standing in our […]

By now, you may have seen Rihanna’s pregnancy announcement during the Super Bowl Halftime Show and may have been wondering, like many, “Wait a minute, didn’t she just have a baby?” This brings up many questions surrounding having children close in age. Is it safe? Is it healthy for the mother/birthing parent? Is it safe […]