Aging Well: An Integrative Guide to Menopause and Andropause
In Chinese Medicine, men and women age differently. We age in cycles of Jing. Anatomically born males age in 10 year cycles. Anatomically born females age in 7 year cycles. Jing is the Chinese word that means life force or essence. Some Jing is inherited from our...
Cholesterol Myths: What Really Causes High Cholesterol?
I always cringe when I see “Egg White Omelets” on a restaurant menu. It seems like no matter how many scientific articles are published to the contrary, the idea that you need to cut back on cholesterol-rich foods to reduce your risk of heart disease just...
Your Path to Whole Body Health: The Skin
The Messages Hidden in Acne, Eczema, Rosacea, and More Most skin conditions are treated as surface-level problems. We get a rash, and we reach for steroid cream. We get acne and are prescribed a topical treatment. We focus on what we can see on the surface and, once...
Things to Consider Before You Go On Thyroid Medication
If you or someone you love is sick, going on medication is a logical next step. You get a fever and reach for ibuprofen. Allergy season comes around, and you buy antihistamines. Your thyroid is out of balance, and your doctor advises thyroid hormones. We’re accustomed...
Integrative Surgery Care Tips & Tricks
Sometimes the “last resort” really is the best option. Have you ever wondered… What’s the best way to prepare for surgery? What are some questions to ask going into a procedure? How can I enhance recovery and support a favorable outcome?...
