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Don't Forget to Breathe...

Aside from enabling and carrying out respiration so that the body takes in oxygen and gets rid of carbon dioxide waste, the lungs in Chinese medicine do even more: they control the qi (or vital energy) of the whole body through respiration and in the formation of what we call Pectoral qi.
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Summer Sunburns

This blog post discusses sunburns, what they actually are and how to treat and prevent them. It also discusses the Chinese medicine view of summer heat and sunburns and how to choose a sunscreen product.
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Decluttering Yourself

This article discusses how Marie Kondo has a point in that cleaning up your environment can help a person feel more at ease. Taken a step further, decluttering your lifestyle and focusing on self-care is another step towards balance and health.
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Why Wear a Scarf in Winter Weather?

Traditional Chinese medicine identifies several external pathogens that can invade the body and cause illness...
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Sinus Health & Chinese Medicine

Sinuses are a network of hollow cavities in the head that are lined with a thin layer of mucous...
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The Risks of Self-Medicating

A few months ago, I received samples of an herbal supplement called kratom in the mail...
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Work-Life Balance

Working from home has its challenges, as does working long hours at the office. Excessive work can affect not only the balance in your life, but your mental health and your qi, leading to a vulnerability. Setting healthy boundaries can help.
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Medication Side Effects and Acupuncture

Sometimes taking medication is lifesaving and necessary. But all meds have side effects. Acupuncture can help mitigate these negative experiences so that the exerience is more tolerable to the patient.
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Late Summer & Health

Late Summer is considered its own season in Chinese medicine. Read more about its features, along with health recommendations during this interesting, transformational time of year.
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Your Liver & Your Health

The liver plays a pivotal role in the body, from both a western and eastern medical perspective. Learn its role and how you can maximize your health by taking care of this vital organ.
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Wrapping Up 2021

Health tips and office updates for end of year
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Navigating Pandemic Burnout

Pandemic Burnout has been experienced by many people in recent months. It is the mental and physical exhaustion from dealing with covid, constant changes and bad news about the state of the world. This article discusses how it happens, tips for dealing with it, and the Chinese medicine perspective on burnout.
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