Why I Love Acupuncture for Children

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As a member of our team, one of the things I’ve come to appreciate most is seeing how beautifully children can respond to acupuncture. When people hear “acupuncture,” they often picture an adult treatment with lots of needles. But treatments for children are typically much gentler and are always adapted to the child’s age, personality, and comfort level. Sometimes we use just a few very small needles, and other times we incorporate gentle acupressure or other techniques.

The Simple Wisdom of Honey

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As an acupuncturist, I’m often reminded that some of the most enduring health traditions are also the simplest. I was thinking about this recently as I reached for a little honey to add to my tea. It struck me how instinctively we turn to honey when we have a sore throat, a cough, or simply need something soothing. There is a reason this humble food has been valued for centuries.

When Desire Goes Quiet: How Acupuncture Can Help Reconnect You With Your Libido

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There’s something interesting that happens when women talk about libido. They often whisper. They’ll tell me about their sleep, their digestion, their headaches, their stress, their hot flashes—but when the conversation turns to sex, there’s sometimes a pause. Then comes the inevitable: “I just don’t feel like myself anymore.”

What Summer Fruits Can Teach Us About Healing

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The other day, a patient told me she was feeling exhausted, overheated, and just “off.” She’d been reaching for iced coffee to get through the day but wasn’t really eating because it was too hot. I asked her one simple question: “Have you been eating any watermelon?”

Insights on Wellness

Why I Love Acupuncture for Children

The Simple Wisdom of Honey

When Desire Goes Quiet: How Acupuncture Can Help Reconnect You With Your Libido

What Summer Fruits Can Teach Us About Healing