Amongst the wide variety conditions I treat in clinic on a daily basis, the vast majority of my patients report regularly experiencing some level of digestive disturbance. Whether it be heartburn, indigestion, fatigue after eating, belching, nausea, abdominal bloating, or irregular bowels, most patients report being affected by at least one of these symptoms.

Over the last few months, I’ve read countless articles and spent many hours researching in order to gain a better understanding of how the COVID-19 virus takes hold in the body and the potential harm it can do to those who are infected. After weeks of reading reports from doctors and epidemiologists it has become apparent that this virus is very different from anything the medical community has dealt with in the past.

This article is meant for practitioners of herbal medicine. If you are not a practitioner it is important that you know herbal medicine is most effectively and safely utilized under the care of a licensed professional. Even though many people have similar symptoms, each person's root imbalance and herbal prescription is unique.

As acupuncturists, we spend a lot of time with our patients talking about their diets. Many people come in knowing that they could eat better, but they are not sure where to start. Shifting to a diet that is rich in vegetables, healthy fats and quality protein is one of the most profound changes you can make for your health. Old habits do die hard, but there are some ways to make it much easier, and so much more delicious.

Inflammation is a major contributing factor to well over 100 diseases, such as Alzheimer's, arthritis, asthma, colitis, dermatitis, fibromyalgia, irritable syndrome, and Parkinson’s to name a few.
Inflammation is the end result of long-term oxidative stress, or oxidation. Here are some foods that help with inflammation.

The days leading up to one’s period can be a challenging time for many women. The emergence of a pimple, a tenderness in the lower back or an increased feeling of irritability are just a few indications that the monthly cycle is about to begin. Whether it is one or all of these symptoms, this is the cyclical reality women live with.