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Sep 132 min read

What we should do moving to fall:

As we move into fall, it's important to recognize the transitions taking place in nature. Chinese Medicine emphasizes the interconnection...

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Mar 17, 20232 min read

What Is Bell's Palsy?

Bell's palsy is an unexplained episode of facial muscle weakness or paralysis. It begins suddenly and worsens over 48 hours. This...

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Feb 26, 20232 min read

Acupuncture and Weight Loss

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that there are more than 1 billion overweight adults, and there are at...

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May 12, 20212 min read

Acupuncture and Arthritis

Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It can affect one joint or multiple joints. There are many different types of arthritis, with...

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Mar 8, 20212 min read

What Is Gua Sha?

Gua sha is a natural, alternative therapy that involves scraping the skin with a massage tool to improve circulation. The treatment is...

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Feb 23, 20212 min read

Non-Alcoholic Fatty liver Disease and Acupuncture

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a liver disease that can develop in people with metabolic conditions such as diabetes, high...