What Is "Wind" In Chinese Medicine Theory?

by Hannah Fries |

Most of us know how it feels to have our faces slapped by a strong wind, or the ee...

Melatonin vs. Chinese Herbs?  It’s a Matter of Herbs over Hormones

by DAO Labs |

According to a study published recently by the American Medical Association, “more...

What Is Sports Acupuncture?

by Matt Callison, LAc |

Western medicine focuses mainly on the injury or illness, whereas Traditional Chin...

Crazy Acupuncture Questions Finally Answered

by Jana Royer |

As Acupuncturists and practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine we get some of...

Xiao Yao San for Happiness

by Dr. Eric Karchmer, PhD, MD (China), LAc |

Imagine temporarily putting aside all your cares, leaving your cell phone at home,...

Cool, Calm, Clear: The Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach to Acne

by Lydia Au, L.Ac, MSOM |

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting over 85% of us at some p...

What Western Doctors Don’t Tell You About Postpartum Diet

by Travis Metzger |

This delicious Pho recipe will nourish the body and aid recovery as you recover fr...

5 Ways Acupuncture Improves Athletic Performance

by Dr. Hilary Patzer |

Athletes of all levels ponder the question: how do I improve my performance? Answe...

Which DAO Sleep Formula is Right for You?

by Dr. Eric Karchmer, PhD, MD (China), LAc |

Sleep is precious. For those of us who struggle with sleep, there is perhaps no ot...

Airborne Bugs Have Nothing on Chinese Medicine

by Hannah Fries |

Most people have just accepted airborne bugs (or for our purposes, "colds") as an ...

A Two-Step Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach for When You're Sick

by Dr. Eric Karchmer, PhD, MD (China), LAc |

Bounce Back and Breathe Clear are two wonderful herbal formulas that are indispens...

5 Chinese Medicine Weight Loss Secrets

by Dr. Bruce Stafford |

Improve organ function and balance the body's natural fat-controlling hormones wit...

Jade Windscreen to Boost Immunity

by Dr. Eric Karchmer, PhD, MD (China), LAc |

Jade Windscreen can be incredibly powerful in keeping one healthy during cold and ...

Is Acupuncture Right For You?

by Sara Erdman |

Thinking about trying acupuncture for the first time, but not sure if it's the rig...

Chinese Herbal Medicine, Stress & IBS

by Dr. Eric Karchmer, PhD, MD (China), LAc |

IBS can be challenging to diagnose, but one thing is for sure - stress doesn't hel...

The Tongue in Chinese Medicine

by Hannah Fries |

If the eyes are the windows to the soul - or in the case of Chinese Medicine, a re...

Six Chinese Herbs to Warm You Up

by Marcie Bower |

6 herbs to keep you warm this winter!

Chinese Medicine Self Care for Immunity, Stress and Digestion

by Jen Ward |

The below essay was written by Acupuncturist Jennifer Ward, LAc, in March 2020 - a...

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