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Late summer is considered a separate season in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It corresponds approximately to the last month of the summer. Late summer is a time of transition between the hot summer and the cooler months ahead. According to the Five-element Theory in...

The Ancient Chinese lived according to the seasons and in harmony with nature. They rose at sunrise, retired at sunset, and ate what they grew each season. These and other practices allowed them to stay healthy and live longer lives. Based on the observations of...

Gua sha is a traditional Chinese technique that has been around for thousands of years. In this blog, I will talk about facial Gua sha exclusively, but if you want to know more about Gua sha in general, click here to learn about The Amazing benefits of Gua Sha. Facial...

It doesn’t feel much like Fall here in the Valley of the Sun, but Fall is definitely here. Mornings are a little cooler now, and nights will soon be too. Fall is the time of harvesting, the time to settle down and prepare for the cooler and quiet winter months. It is...

With spring, we welcome the season of rebirth, renewal, and regrowth. The perfect time for cleansing and rejuvenation, to rise early when the sun comes out, to be outside, to smell the flowers, and to be active. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, these are...

Migraines and headaches can be so debilitating! And can truly affect a person’s quality of life. The consequences are not only physical but emotional. Many miss days from school or work, and even when they don’t have a migraine, they limit their activities to prevent...

In Chinese medicine, the ear is a microsystem of the body. This means that the body and its functions are represented at different points in the ear. By needling the ear, acupuncturists can affect the whole body and help in the treatment of many conditions, illnesses,...