FROM THE PRACTITIONERS: The Tastes of Summer

FROM THE PRACTITIONERS: The Tastes of Summer

Like all seasons, there is a taste of summer–certain foods, certain flavors, certain smells that define the bright sunny spirit. A whiff, a taste and we are all catapulted back to the endless idyllic days of childhood. For some people, it is the bounty of the...

Summer & the Element of Fire

Summertime brings more outdoor time, social events, exercise, and a general feeling of lightness. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, each season brings with it emotional, mental, physical and spiritual associations connected with different organ systems....
From the Practitioners: Summer Solstice & Our Powerful Sun

From the Practitioners: Summer Solstice & Our Powerful Sun

Yesterday was officially the longest day of the year, when the Northern Hemisphere got to revel in the sun’s warmth. People celebrated in various ways all over the world: thousands flocked to Stonehenge, evening picnickers enjoyed the extended day, dances and...
Nurture the Cool

Nurture the Cool

Summer heat can be a bit overwhelming. Here are a few herbal tea recipes to add a little coolness to the days ahead. Chrysanthemum A natural coolant Ingredients: Dried chrysanthemum flowers, honey (optional) Add chrysanthemum to boiling water. Let the mix steep for 5...
Summer Skin Care

Summer Skin Care

Now that summer is here, a big priority for most of us is protecting our skin from the harmful sun! Sunscreen is very important, but all those chemicals that come with most sunscreens may be giving you second thoughts about using it. We sell a natural, mineral based...
Knee-deep in Acupuncture for the Knees

Knee-deep in Acupuncture for the Knees

Acupuncture can help with many health issues, especially anything associated with the knee, and can be tremendously beneficial in stopping pain and decreasing inflammation. Often knee issues arise from problems with muscles and connective tissue in the hamstring,...