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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 […]

Maybe you remember a time in college during finals when you studied late into the night, cramming a semester’s worth of material while fueling yourself with cookies and peanut butter cups, only to go completely blank when taking the exam the next morning. Or maybe you experience something similar now with work projects that require […]

In the aftermath of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster, researchers discovered something remarkable: jet-black fungi growing inside the nuclear reactors. These fungi, adapted to life in the exclusion zone, where radiation levels are high, have a superpower: they can absorb and consume radiation. Their high melanin content, the same pigment that gives human skin its color, […]

Dandruff—itchy scalp and pale flakes of skin that find their way onto your shoulders. It’s a cause of discomfort and embarrassment for many people, and it can be hard to treat because there are many potential causes.  Dry Skin: When your scalp lacks moisture, it becomes prone to flaking. Dry skin cells shed more readily, […]

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 in East Asia have […]

Acupressure is a fantastic way to access the acupuncture points without actually using an acupuncture needle. Acupressure is great for people who can’t make it in to see their acupuncturist regularly or even for people who simply aren’t comfortable with needles to get acupuncture. Acupressure is the simple act of manually pressing on an acupuncture […]

History of Acupuncture Acupuncture is practiced all over Asia and, indeed, the world. It originated in China thousands of years ago, where it is believed that sharpened stones were used to deliver treatment as long ago as 6000 BCE.  There’s some speculation that a similar practice was developing in other parts of the world too. […]

You’ve just grown and carried a baby in your body for 9 (+) months, birthed said baby (vaginally or C-section), nurtured and cared for that baby with minimal sleep or time for yourself, healed from the physical trauma of delivery, and then are told you’re cleared for sex six weeks later. Don’t feel ready yet? […]

Here at Yinova, we often get the question, “Is massage safe during pregnancy?” and we’re excited to tell you, “yes, it is!”  Massage therapy is an excellent health care modality for many different populations and many different conditions, but what about when it comes to pregnant patients? Is massage therapy a safe modality for them?  […]