Healing Acute Ear Infections Naturally (Otitis Media)

Anyone who has suffered from an earache can tell you that they are awful. Both for the parent and the child. Up all night wailing and holding their little ears...this kind of pain isn't for the weak. Fortunately, acute ear infections usually come on fast and furiously and hopefully with correct treatment, retreat just as …

Castor Nut: The Awesome, The Not-So-Hot and the Downright Deadly

Castor Oil is an incredible substance that is obtained by pressing the seeds of the castor plant, Ricinus communis (Euphorbiaceae). It is a clear oil that has been used for medicinal use in Ancient Egypt, China, Persia, Africa, Greece, Rome, and in 17th Century Europe and the Americas. Centuries ago, the plant was referred to …

Power of Propolis

My family of Bee Keepers recently paid a visit in NYC and I was so excited to chat with them extensively about the power of Bees and their extraordinary products. My cousin Gustav is a third generation of beekeeper and I have fond memories meeting his Grandfather (my great, great Uncle) in Sweden when I …

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Traditional Chinese Medicine

What is PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (abbreviated PCOS or PCO), also known clinically as Stein-Leventhal syndrome, is an endocrine disorder that affects approximately one in ten women. PCOS affects all races and nationalities and is the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age. The principal features of PCOS are lack of regular ovulation …

All in the Family, Shonishin Pediatric Massage for You and Yours

Shonishin pediatric massage is a Japanese treatment that uses small tools to tap, rub,  press, scratch and stroke the body’s skin. Shonishin translates to “Children’s Needle” although primarily used for children, Shonishin massage can be applied to anyone. Traditional Shonishin pediatric massage became widely popularized in the 20th century in Japan. Unlike traditional acupuncture, Shonishin …

Dietary Therapy & Acupuncture for Candidiasis

Dietary Therapy & Acupuncture for Candidiasis Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture, herbs and dietary therapy) is a great way to treat Candida overgrowth. In Chinese medicine we view candida as a condition exacerbated and created by dampness. In a simple way, one can think of it as a pooling of fluids in the wrong places (in …

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Lactation & NY Times Article

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Lactation  An abundant flow of breast milk is dependent on good nutrition, adequate fluids and blood some constitutional issues and rest. A new mother may be faced with a myriad of difficulties surrounding nursing: how to get a good latch, sore nipples, positional problems or physical problems that may impede sucking. …

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Pregnancy, Labor & Delivery and Post Partum Care

Fertility- Need a strong foundation of Blood and Yin to conceive and carry a child. Acupuncture, herbs and diet can help prepare the body for a healthy pregnancy. •    Regulate the menses. •    Encourage blood flow to the uterus. •    Relax the patient and calm the mind. •    Increase fertile cervical fluids •    Aid assisted …

Get your Lush, Delicious Skin: Facial Rejuvenation

Get your Lush, Delicious Skin: Facial Rejuvenation Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture aims to correct the signs of aging by treating local points along the face and neck as well as addressing constitutional issues that may be affecting the person. Some issues may be poor metabolism, fluid imbalances, stress, anxiety etc. Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture has been shown to …

Winter & The Kidneys: A Chinese Medicine Prospective

“He who has health, has hope; and he who has hope has everything” Arabian proverb WINTER and the KIDNEYS The ancients understood that winter is a time of contraction and introspection, a time to evaluate your actions from the previous year and meditate on changes that you would like to institute for the future. We …