Spring Into Action

Spring Into Action

One basic tenet of Chinese Medicine is that we are connected to the local environment and to the vast universe. It follows that, as the world changes, we do well to also change. Our physical and mental health improves if we adapt to the idea of continual modification...
Easing Allergy Symptoms With Acupressure And Diet

Easing Allergy Symptoms With Acupressure And Diet

Want to learn how to ease your allergy symptoms at home? Watch this video I made with my friend and colleague Tracie Hinton-Chavez. In this installment of ‘Easy Health At Home’  we discuss allergies; including dietary suggestions, how gut health affects...
The “Pollen Vortex” Is Here – Chinese Medicine Can Help

The “Pollen Vortex” Is Here – Chinese Medicine Can Help

Recently my Chicago acupuncture office has been receiving calls from people who are looking for allergy relief. Apparently we can blame the Polar Vortex for this, too. Our recent brutal winter has led us to a “pollen vortex”, not good news for people who suffer with...