Seasonal Allergies in New York City
New Yorkers love springtime. Winter hibernation is over and we are instantly out enjoying the parks and the city. But …
Vegetarian Foods from a Chinese Medicine Perspective
Some people are vegetarians for are religious and spiritual reasons, others political and philosophical reasons, and others are for health …
What can Acupuncture Treat?
What can acupuncture treat? This is one of the most common question I get as an acupuncturist. Acupuncture can treat …
Five Essential Stretches for Neck Pain
After sitting down at my computer for a few hours I often notice a nagging pain in my neck. More …
How to Eat Healthy and Create Harmony
The first book of Chinese medicine written over 2000 years ago, called the Huang Di Nei Jing Su Wen (The …
Acupuncture for Sinus Headaches
Sinus headaches stop some people in their tracks. They come with pain, congestion, and pressure in your head around your …
What to do about the Flu in New York City
In Chinese Medicine there are two main ways to prevent getting the flu. The first is to boost your immune system. The …
Help with Acupuncture for Somatization Disorders
Somatoform disorders are chronic pain and illness with no specific physical cause. Chinese medicine and acupuncture can help treat somatoform disorders. It …
5 Reasons Acupuncture Works to Treat Migraines
Acupuncture relieves migraine headaches very effectively that many patients are wondering how it works. Here are five major reasons acupuncture …
The Greatest Acupressure Point for Headaches
Large intestine 4, called He Gu in Chinese, is the best acupressure point for headaches. It is especially helpful for sinus …
Prevent a cold with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs
In my last post about home remedies for colds I shared some of the best tips like gargling with salt water and …
How to Kick your Cold
There’s a bad cold going around here in New York City. Actually it is probably a couple. People are coming …
Acupuncture and the Mind Body Connection
A few of acupuncture’s good “side effects” include better sleep, less anxiety and depression, and help in stress management. Even …
Help for your insomnia
Insomnia is very difficult to deal with. It can impact the work, social life and overall quality of life. Who …
Belly Breathing: Breathing for Stress Relief and Relaxation
Back in eighth grade, Mr. Hankinson, our shell-shocked gym teacher, used to yell in my ear, “Stand up straight, stick …
Food for the Winter to beat colds and flus
The Chinese medicine pantry has many easy recommendations from the Chinese medicine to help you ward off the nasty colds …
Immunity and Qi
As we move into fall, a lot of people are worried about getting sick. I am cautious too, because during …