Seasonal Affective Disorder

Many people feel down as winter approaches.  It’s dark.  It’s cold. The holidays can be stressful. But for some people every winter is unbearable.  They’re tired and depressed.  They don’t want to get out of bed.  They snap at their families and binge on junk food. These people have seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Our moods…

Harvest Season Diet Tips

Nature has a way of providing us with what we need, when we need it. That’s especially true when it comes to the foods that become available with each season. Autumn brings with it a bounty of fruits, vegetables, and herbs that nourish the body and support health and well-being. Being aware of seasonal foods…

Movie Stars Demand It! Athletes Swear By It!

And now the masses are discovering the ancient “secret” to enhanced beauty, a stronger immune system, increased mental and physical performance, and drugless recovery from chronic illness. Often regarded throughout the West as a mysterious form of pain relief, acupuncture is so much more than that! Here are just a few celebrities who love acupuncture,…

The Stonecutter

If you’ve ever seen an old-time stonecutter at work, you know that persistence pays off.  Equipped only with a sledgehammer, chisel, and determination, they rain blow after blow down upon the rock, confident that their work will produce the desired result.  Although the stone shows no outward signs of wear and tear, the stone cutter…

One Simple Summer Eating Tip

Healthy eating tips for the summer are a little tricky. Since the weather is warm, you need light, cooling foods. Juicy peaches, sweet watermelons, tomatoes hot off the vine… The right foods are easy to find. One trip through your garden or a walk through a farmer’s market and you’ll have the perfect summer meal.…

The Face of Good Health

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. Did you know that the face can be the window to your health? According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), your face’s appearance can offer valuable information about issues that could be affecting your overall health. The shape of your face, the color of your complexion,…