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2000 Plus Years in 24 Hours

Apr 19, 2013

Local newspaper 24 Hours contacted me to ask if I would be interested in writing a short series of articles about alternative/integrative medicine....

Tough Mudder: Running Sucks

Apr 13, 2013

I see a lot of runners at my clinic. It could be because runners are generally a health-conscious group, open to alternative forms of treatment like...

Tough Mudder: Why?!

Apr 12, 2013

I recently—and crazily—decided to sign up for the Tough Mudder endurance race that describes itself as “Probably the Toughest Event on the Planet.”...

Ancient Medicine Made Modern

Apr 3, 2013

My medicine is 3000 or more years old. I see that as a huge plus! After all, billions--yes, billions--of people have used this medicine, all the...

Addressing Pain

Mar 30, 2013

While pain means suffering and misery to most, it is also a sign that your body is alerting you to pay attention! If your house smoke alarm starts...

Bye Bye Knee Braces

Mar 29, 2013

When I was 12 I was figure skating 4 days a week and taking dance lessons once a week, in addition to the usual play and activities that kids do...

Acupuncture: How does it work?

Mar 28, 2013

“So, does acupuncture actually work?”, they ask me. Even if they don’t ask, many people think it. Until you experience the benefits of acupuncture,...

What points address stress?

Mar 28, 2013

There are many points on your body that can help address stress. As a Dr. TCM, I would ask you questions and assess you before choosing from some of...

Veggie Nori Rolls for Cleansing

Mar 23, 2013

I found these online via Dr. Oz and I have to try them soon! I normally try to post recipes I have actually made, but I couldn't wait to share this...