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Natural Ways to Prevent Seasonal Allergies
From the Chinese Medicine perspective, seasonal allergies are a mild sign of a cold or a sign of the person has a weak immune system. I...

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Mar 102 min read


Welcome to the Year of the Snake!
Happy Chinese New Year! Chinese New Year 2025, also known as the Lunar New Year, begins on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. This celebration...

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Jan 271 min read


Gratitude is Good for Your Health
Gratitude is more than just good manners; it's a powerful health habit that can significantly improve both mental and physical...

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Nov 18, 20242 min read


Don’t Let a Cold Catch You!
With the season changing and temperatures about to get cooler, the common cold becomes a prevalent concern. Traditional Chinese Medicine...

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Nov 4, 20242 min read


Sleep Positions to Reduce Back Pain
Back pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, often interfering with daily activities and quality of sleep. The...

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Oct 7, 20242 min read


COVID Prevention Revisited
COVID cases are up this Summer. The latest EG.5 variant is highly transmissible and its symptoms include runny nose, sore throat,...

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Jul 16, 20243 min read


Good Posture Really Matters
In a world where we spend increasing hours hunched over screens and seated at desks, good posture has become a rare and under-appreciated...

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May 6, 20243 min read


The Healing Power of Humming: A Melodic Boost to Your Health
Humming is an ancient and often underestimated practice that can have profound effects on our physical and mental well-being. Beyond...

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Apr 22, 20242 min read


Soothe Your Liver with Acupressure
Our liver is a vital organ responsible for detoxifying our body, producing essential proteins, and aiding in digestion. However, modern...

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Apr 1, 20242 min read


Welcome to the Year of the Dragon!
Happy Chinese New Year! Friday, February 10, 2024, Â is the start of Chinese New Year, and we will welcome the year of the Wood Dragon...

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Feb 5, 20242 min read


Chinese Astrology in Chinese Medicine: A Holistic Approach to Healing
Chinese medicine is a centuries-old holistic system of healing that encompasses various modalities, including acupuncture, herbal...

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Jan 22, 20242 min read


Spice Up Your Life
In traditional Chinese food culture, five spice cooking is used during the cold winter season to flavor warming meats such as beef or...

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Dec 18, 20232 min read


Holidays Are Here!
The holiday season is here! For many of us, it is a joyful time spent with family and friends. It seems a bit easier during this time of...

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Nov 6, 20232 min read


Prepare for Cold & Flu Season
In the U.S., cold and flu season typically starts in October and peaks between December and February. On average, the season lasts about...

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Oct 2, 20233 min read


Apple a Day Keep the Doctor Away?
Nutrition-packed apples may indeed help keep the doctor away! With the Fall season upon us, it is a wonderful time to enjoy eating lots...

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Sep 4, 20233 min read


To Ice or Not To Ice
Summer is here and on hot days, we reach for ice water, ice tea/coffee, ice cream and smoothies with lots of ice to cool us down, right?...

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Aug 21, 20232 min read


Summer Sun Safety Month
August is Summer Sun Safety Month! Summer is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy being with friends and family. From swimming to...

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Aug 7, 20232 min read


Summer Health Starts With Water
Between 75 and 90 percent of the human body is made up of water. To stay healthy your skin needs moisture. Not drinking enough can lead...

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Jul 3, 20232 min read


Best Types of Exercise
Some of the best physical activities for your body don’t require a gym membership or ask you to get fit enough to run a marathon....

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Jun 19, 20233 min read


Yes, Allergies Are Getting Worse
If it feels like your runny nose and itchy, red eyes are getting worse each year because of seasonal allergies, you’re not imagining...

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May 15, 20232 min read
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