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Coffee is only a crutch
Summer is a great time for lots of activities — with every weekend seemingly filled with promises of road trips, hikes, outdoor gatherings and more....
Don’t use pills for summer insomnia
I wrote this article and then the very next day had 2 patients email to ask me for information about treating insomnia. That on top of the usual in...
Cooling Soup
It's officially summer and the weather is heating up. When the weather gets warm it often doesn't feel like soup weather. Unless, that is, you make...
Keep dad healthy for years to come
In honour of Father's Day June 15th, I wrote this article in 24 Hours. But, it's really about health for all, particularly those with a personal or...
Get past the “ick” factor
Yes, Chinese herbs tasted awful to most. I tell my patients to be ready for the worst tasting "tea" they've ever had. Either they agree it's the...
Dairy-free creamy mint pea soup
There are probably a gazillion pea soup recipes, but second to my mom's pea soup (best in the cold weather months), this one is my favourite (for...
Acupuncture for gardeners’ pain
I don't have much of a green thumb. I'm thankful that I'm a Dr. of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the 21st century because if I were doing this in...
Top 3 Tips to Staying Healthy and Injury-Free While Being Active
I didn’t participate, but I applaud those that did the Vancouver Sun Run this past weekend. It took dedication and training to be able to get out...
Eat Foods That Suit Your Body
When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine, many will only think about acupuncture or, perhaps, herbs. Cures using food are also key in this...
Fennel Apple Salad Recipe
Have a pot luck to go to and you've been asked to bring a salad? While I love recipes, I love eating, and I love making nutrition recommendations,...
Pain in the butt: Tax pain or sciatica?
You know the commercial. The one with the person pointing to his or her rear end, indicating that it hurts. The doctor then says that he cannot help...
Patient says “bye” to inhaler and allergies
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been in practice for thousands of years, but is ever-evolving, encompassing new modalities to continue to...