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Hashimoto’s: Can Chinese Medicine Treat Autoimmune Disorders?
Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition that affects a surprisingly large number of Americans, especially women. It is also underdiagnosed and undertreated. Hashimoto’s is the cause of hypothyroidism in approximately 80-90 percent of patients. It is [...]
Nonpharmaceutical Alternatives to Painkillers
Experiencing chronic pain is no laughing matter. It can profoundly impact your quality of life, your ability to function—both physically and mentally—and undermine your livelihood. Maybe the only thing that’s worse than experiencing chronic pain [...]
Women’s Health in Midlife, Part 3: A Holistic Path
Women in their middle years are more and more interested in taking a holistic path to health and wellness. What does this mean? When we look at a person holistically, we may shift our perception [...]
Women’s Health in Midlife, Part 2: The Natural Approach
Just in case you’re still wondering: No, menopause is not a disease! The cessation of menstrual periods around the age of 50 is a natural process for women. Many, if not most women, are actually [...]
Women’s Health in Midlife, Part 1: What’s Going On
It’s a hot topic for women and the people around them: What’s happening in midlife? Menopause! Women are usually so busy with careers, kids and care-taking that they don’t spend a whole lot of time [...]
Is Practicing Meditation for You?
Have you found yourself in the middle of a stressful experience wishing you knew how to meditate? You’ve probably heard or read that meditating can help you deal with challenging situations, with your emotions, with [...]