Menopause is a naturally occurring condition that primarily affects women between the ages of 45-56. The root cause of menopause is hormonal imbalance, and it can affect women in a variety of ways. The bottom line, however, is that menopause – and its many symptoms – can adversely affect the well-being and everyday life of

Our skin is important to us. It is the most visible and exposed part of our body. As a result, when we suffer from persistent skin problems, it affects us both physically and emotionally. Skin disorders have a variety of causes: from diet and lifestyle, to environment and health. Dermatology has been an integral part of Traditional Chinese Medicine

To some, decreased libido – otherwise known as a person’s sex drive – is a taboo subject, something not to be talked about. For millions of people, however, decreased libido is real, and it can be mentally and emotionally crushing. Although often associated with men, decreased libido affects both genders, and is not just the natural result

High blood pressure – also known as hypertension – is one of the most prevalent health conditions, affecting millions worldwide. It’s the reason why every drug store and pharmacy now has a station for checking your blood pressure. It’s the reason why people are now constantly monitoring their cholesterol levels. The factors that lead to high blood pressure

With the increased interest in, and success of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture, it has become an important question: Is acupuncture treatment safe for children? The answer is a resounding yes. In fact, acupuncture is one of the safest, most effective medical treatments for children of all ages and for a vast number of ailments and

While acupuncture has been used as an effective medical practice for thousands of years, E-Stim (or electro) acupuncture is a fairly new – but equally effective – treatment. Originating in China during the 1930’s, E-Stim acupuncture involves the use of tiny electric currents, used in conjunction with traditional acupuncture needles and acupoints. As Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Acupuncture Injection Therapy is a new combination of modern injection therapy and ancient acupuncture therapy. We utilize various natural supplements and herbal extract combinations and inject them into acupuncture points on the body to achieve the tremendous pharmaceutical effect. As we all know, acupuncture points on our body are the “natural switch” to regulate general

Western medicine views eating disorders as primarily a psychological issue, and treatment tends to focus on psychiatry, counselling, and medication. However, to the sufferer – and their loved ones – eating disorders can be like a monster, a constant threat to return and wreak havoc on their bodies and minds. At their core, eating disorders involve

You probably heard of last year’s all-time winning Olympian, Michael Phelps. He won a gold medal for a 4×100-meter freestyle relay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He was spotted with dark red circles on his back and shoulder, and this caused a huge controversy. Some people thought he looked like a Dalmatian, and others are

Acupuncture is a timeless healing practice that originated from China wherein thin needles are placed at detailed body points. It strives to release the body’s vital energy flow through stimulation of energy pathways. According to scientists, the needles allow the body to release natural painkillers called endorphins. Try visualizing this practice to help boost your