Assisting children requires flexibility and attentiveness to effectively address complex patterns of disharmony. The presenting complaints – referred to as the branch – are apparent or manifest, while the underlying…
Because of the sensitive nature of the digestive system in children, it is common for kids to have digestive upsets that lead to their bowels being occasionally either loose or…
The physical environment for babies and young children can both nurture and challenge their physiological competence during the early years of development. Even a healthy respiratory system can become vulnerable…
In our last post, we discussed how the early life of the child is dominated by the activity of growth and how the Middle Burner regulates the functions of the…
Many ailments can be linked to what is referred to as Wind in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Disruptive Wind can manifest a multitude of discomforts in children, including the following: Cough, mild…
Grow and Thrive is a nutritive tonic containing food-based ingredients. It is an impressive formula because of its dual action as both nourishing and strengthening, boosting the capacity of the…
Because of their natural openness, sensitivity and responsiveness, babies, toddlers and even older children are more likely than adults to become stressed out when they are tired, hungry, frustrated or…
If your little one is experiencing bronchial irritation or congestion, then try Gentle Warriors Chest Relief. Whether it’s due a lingering cold or flu, virus, allergies, or a bronchial infection,…
Formulated by Harriet Beinfield, LAc, and Efrem Korngold, LAc, OMD, co-authors of the best-selling book Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine, Gentle Warriors Pediatric Formulas is a…
Our treatment plans are unique to each individual because different approaches work for different people. And while we cannot make a recommendation without meeting you and learning your health history,…
The holidays are a big part of the fall and winter months. This is often a time to reconnect with family and loved ones, to attend social events, and celebrate…
This simple meditation suggests that you “smile” to all of your internal organs and glands. It is a way of saying “thank you” to your body for working 24 hours,…
Food is powerful. It not only gives us sustenance and energy to go about our days, but it also has healing powers that can help strengthen organs, fortify Qi energy,…
The concept of gardening gives us an excellent illustration for the theories behind Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. Imagine you are a gardener whose job it is to help…
Sucrose, or sugar as it is commonly known, is currently the most popular sweetener used in the food market today. On a daily basis, the average person obtains almost 20%…
