The Water Element in Chinese Medicine: Kidneys & Bladder

In Traditional medicine, certain body systems are associated with an organ name and a meridian. Each system and its energetics are stronger during its season. Eating and working with acupuncture points and herbs that fall in line with that season helps us stay more in balance within our bodies and therefore maintain better health.

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6 Ways To Give Your Immune System The Ultimate Boost

Obviously, immune function has been on the forefront of everyone’s mind in the last year. We all know the immune system’s number one job is to fight off disease and infections. It is an EASY system to take for granted as we get busy so here is a gentle reminder to keep this system in mind!

Remember things like an unbalanced diet, smoking, drinking and too much sugar can weaken the immune system, so avoiding these less than favorable habits can improve your odds. Let’s walk through a few important areas to consider in boosting our immune function.

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Cupping: The Way To Combat Stiff Stay-At-Home Work Vibes

Tired of your co-workers in your new work environment? Pants optional novelty wearing off? Starting to look like Rose from the Golden Girls while your neck and shoulders tighten from staring at all of the Zooms?

One more question- Have you tried cupping?

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The Quick & Easy Men's Guide For Fertility

The question of male health in this country is a serious issue, especially in the month of Movember. There is an overall lack of awareness of men’s health conditions, particularly due to the fact that men traditionally do not discuss how they are feeling. Traditionally, fertility challenges focus on the female side of this issue. However in the past few years research revealed about 30-40% of these challenges are due to the male factor. While this indicates male partners should frequently get evaluated by a fertility specialist, there are a few basic questions to also consider.

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