Springtime is here! Spring is Here! Spring is here and I’m so excited! As we notice trees beginning to bud and flowers blooming, it stirs a feeling of renewal within ourselves. For those of us in the Pacific Northwest, we also have a renewed hope of warmer days coming soon! Let’s look at some ways that we can help our bodies transition with the season. Spring and the Liver Chinese Medicine associates Spring with the element of Wood and the paired Liver & Gallbladder organs. I

Hypertension. Hypertension Facts and Statistics Hypertension is one of the most common cardiovascular diseases, affecting approximately 1 billion individuals worldwide. Furthermore, it is estimated that 62% of strokes and 49% of heart attacks are caused by high blood pressure. The most commonly used treatment options for hypertension include pharmaceuticals and lifestyle modifications. Although many patients are able to achieve ideal blood pressure levels, it often involves a

Neuropathy can be reduced with acupuncture. About Peripheral Neuropathy Common causes of peripheral neuropathy include diabetes, vitamin B12 deficiency, lyme disease, chemotherapy, and thyroid disorders.  However, one third of peripheral neuropathy cases have no known cause, even after an exhaustive medical exam.  It is estimated that over 20 million Americans suffer from some form of peripheral neuropathy and can be described as tingling, numbness, or pain in the hands and f

Learn about healthy fall nutrition. Recipe We could all use the occasional reminder of how powerful our eating habits are when it comes to our health. Sometimes adverse symptoms can simply be a result of vitamin deficiency. Today let’s look at a simple recipe that is rich in enzymes and can help boost Vitamin B12 levels. In an instagram post we covered a recipe with similar ingredients of walnut and black sesame, but it was geared towards individuals with a sweet tooth. Toda

Acupuncture can alleviate depression. As someone that has struggled with depression in the past, I am always looking for natural ways of treating it. Globally, depression is estimated to affect more than 264 million people and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It tends to affect more women than men and is especially prevalent in peri-menopausal women that are undergoing physiological changes. Treatment modalities Conventional treatments for depression include phar

Diabetes can be treated with Chinese medicine. When it comes right down to it, you are your best doctor. What I mean by that is, you are the only person who can feel the specific signals that your body is sending you. For example, you may be hungry right now. You are the only person who feels that sensation and has the power to notice it and do something about it. So today, start taking notice of what your body is trying to tell you. A great way to do this is by keeping a foo

Lower back pain is extremely common. Unfortunately, most of us have suffered from lower back pain at some point in our lives. It can be debilitating and is the second most common reason for doctor’s visits. There are many causes of lower back pain that range from injuries and fractures to the anatomical structures, lumbar spine degeneration, disc herniation, repetitive actions, ergonomic factors, sports activities…….and the list goes on. The bottom line is, when it rears its

Why are phytoestrogens so contreversial? Ever confused by what nutritional advice reported by “the experts”? You’re not alone! One minute the news says that coffee is good for you…….the next minute it’s not. And we can’t just blame the media, scientific studies are often at odds when it comes to these matters too. After largely avoiding soy products for over 10 years, I’m now trading in my almond milk for organic soy milk. And here’s why…I finally had time to do some analysis