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When a patient first consults me I ask lots of questions, some of which may seem off-topic, but together they give me a picture of their internal landscape and from there the detective work begins. Sometimes I manage to spot something very simple that may be getting in the way of conceiving and an example […]

A vaginal steam (often referred to as a V-Steam or Yoni Steam) is an effective and relaxing way to promote reproductive health. The V-Steams are ph balanced to help the body naturally cleanse the vaginal and uterine linings in a safe and gentle way. The warm steam and natural essential oils from the plants nourish […]

“Do I really have to give up coffee now that I’m trying to get pregnant?” Patients ask me this question a lot and here’s how I usually answer it. If you’re trying to get your body healthy in order to conceive it makes sense to limit your coffee intake to one cup a day. However, […]

Everyone feels anxious sometimes but if you find yourself feeling anxious a lot of the time or are generally anxious without reason you may find it helpful to tell your doctor and enlist the help of an acupuncturist. The NIH (National Institute of Health) has supported acupuncture as a treatment for anxiety since 1997 and […]

“Everyone keeps telling me what I can’t eat”, moaned a newly pregnant Yinova patient, “but no one is telling me what to eat instead”. This blog is for anyone who would like some help making healthy food choices when pregnant. Fear not! I know we’ve asked you to limit the coffee and cut the sushi […]

Whenever I talk about breast cancer prevention I am very conscious of my patients who are currently dealing with this illness. I want to avoid making them feel as if they did something wrong. Too often cancer patients beat themselves up for things they did and things they wished they’d done. I don’t want to […]

Stress hurts our bodies. It increases our blood pressure and our cortisol levels, lowers our immune function, and contributes to a wide range of symptoms such as headaches, digestive disturbances, muscle pain, palpitations, insomnia, weight gain, substance abuse, and hormonal imbalances. A lifetime of stress can contribute to a heart attack, cancer, thyroid problems, and […]

Fall is truly my favorite season! I live in rural Upstate New York, where, at this time of year, the foliage is so spectacular that we see an influx of visitors, or “leaf peepers” as they’re known. Our body’s intelligence, or qi, is deeply connected to nature’s rhythms. As it adapts to the changing season, […]

When most people think of herbal medicine, they picture teas, tinctures, and pills—herbs taken internally to treat internal conditions. But Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long recognized the power of topical remedies as potent, fast-acting tools for pain relief, injury recovery, and performance support. Whether you’re a committed athlete or just getting more active with […]

As the days grow longer and the weather heats up, many of us shift into a more active, social rhythm. But while summer brings sunshine and outdoor fun, it also presents its own set of health challenges—ones that acupuncture is uniquely suited to address. Whether you’re looking to boost your immune system, beat the heat, […]