Traditional Chinese Medicine

Recipe: Esther’s Warming Chicken Soup to Kick Out the Colds & Flu

We all know that feeling, don’t we? Waking up with a scratchy throat, a slight chill in the air brushing against our skin, telling us that our bodies are bracing for a battle against the onset of a cold or flu. It’s during these times we’re gently reminded of the age-old wisdom that sometimes, the simplest remedies are tucked away in the warm embrace of our kitchens.

Today, I want to share something special with you—a recipe that’s not just food, but a time-honored elixir for those under-the-weather days. This isn’t just any recipe; it’s Esther’s Warming Chicken Soup to Kick Out the Flu, a healing concoction from the treasure trove of knowledge in “Total Health the Chinese Way” by Esther Ting and Marianne Jas.

Pinpointing Migraine Relief with Acupuncture

According to the CDC, in the United States, over 15 percent of all adults complain about severe headaches or migraines, with prevalence among women more than twice as high as among men. In 2021, 4.3% of adults aged ≥18 years reported being bothered a lot by headache or migraine in the past 3 months, with a higher percentage among women (6.2%) than men (2.2%).

Treatment options include medication that can often leave sufferers feeling groggy and unlike themselves for hours after taking it. Many people are looking for a drug-free way to combat the root cause of migraines and they’re finding it with acupuncture. Let’s look at how acupuncture can truly provide relief to those suffering from chronic migraines. continue reading »

Unlocking the Basics of Acupuncture: Understanding Qi, Blood, Yin & Yang

If you’ve been thinking about trying acupuncture but aren’t sure what to expect, this article just might be the best place to start. Let’s explore the basic concepts that form the foundation of acupuncture, including the nature of Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, and how these elements influence health and healing. continue reading »

Discover Acupuncture’s Role in Digestive Health

No matter how clean you eat and how healthy your lifestyle, you reach a certain age, and you might begin experiencing persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort, and irregular bowel movements. Conventional treatments may prove frustrating and provide little relief. It might be time to look for a drug-free, non-toxic alternative: acupuncture. continue reading »

Let Acupuncture Help You Get Better Sleep

It’s the middle of the night, usually between 2am and 4am, and you’re desperately searching for the elusive Sandman to bring you a dream, any dream, that will quiet your mind and make sleep less of a stranger. You resist the urge to scroll through your phone because that just may be the reason you are still awake now. continue reading »

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