Chinese Medicine and Stress

It’s official. A recent survey by the American Psychological Association found that 80% of Americans are stressed about the economy, 60% are angry about it, and 52% are having trouble sleeping. It’s not news that most of us are stressed out about the economic situation. But these numbers suggest a serious health concern. In the … Read more

Weigh in on the Obama Health Plan

President-elect Obama has identified national health coverage as one of his top priorities for his first year in office.  As part of this effort, Obama’s transition team has set up a website to gather ideas from ordinary citizens on how to mitigate or solve some of the problems in our current health care system. This … Read more

How to Get the Most from Your Acupuncture Treatments

As many of you know, getting acupuncture treatment can be a wonderful investment in your quality of life and long-term health.  People who get acupuncture often report better energy and emotional balance, a stronger immune system, and less susceptibility to stress, along with relief from specific symptoms. In general, those who get the most benefit … Read more

Acupuncture for Insomnia

Everyone, at some point, has experienced a period of not getting enough sleep, whether from insomnia, sleep disruption (kids and pets are famous for this), or simply not having enough time to sleep. And, the effect of sleep deprivation on mood, energy, focus, and overall quality of life can be profound. Insomnia can take many … Read more

Suggestions for Restful Sleep

Sleep is a habitual activity: patterns of sleep disruption can take on a life of their own and, by the same token, good sleep habits can be extremely regulating.  Here are some suggestions to encourage sleep and get you back into a good rhythm. Fix your sleep environment. Where you sleep makes a big difference … Read more

Living in Harmony with Autumn

Autumn is the time of year when yang energy — which is more active, external, and warm — begins to turn to yin energy, which is the cooler, more nourishing, and more internal aspect of life. This transition goes more smoothly if you can embrace the changes and the gifts of this season. The season … Read more

Acupuncture for Sinus Infection

We all know the symptoms: stuffy nose, pressure and pain in the sinuses, post-nasal drip, irritated throat and coughing, clogged ears, and that foggy, heavy, can’t-taste-or-smell feeling in the head (one person described to me as having his brain sealed in a tupperware).  Sinus infections can start with a stubborn cold or allergies, and in … Read more