The women’s self-help health movement was started in the 1970’s by lay women who set out to demystify women’s bodies by sharing information with other women. Key players in this movement were the Feminist Women’s Health Centers,...

Is there a formula for success in relationships? Have you ever wondered how some couples sustain healthy, happy, loving relationships while others seem to struggle? When two individuals agree to specific conscious-minded practices, their relationship can thrive....

Every individual supposedly has an ultimate goal, one that is the same for all people, regardless of race, creed, nationality or physical condition. The goal may be held in the subconscious mind, but it is the eventual...

The work I do with all my clients is based on the newest research in various fields, including sexology, psychology and medicine. I enjoy seeing the results of controlled experiments. It lends a clear perspective to issues...

Although it’s a common misconception that only women experience troublesome veins, the fact is, one in three people in the U.S. including men has some form of vein, or venous, disease. That breaks down to 55% of...

Second opinions perform a valuable function in the field of medicine. They can help eliminate medical errors and contribute to better patient care. In the field of vein health, second opinions are an essential part of effective...

Ah, Spring! Nature waking up from winter sleep, earth cracking open, green sprouts pushing up through soil, leaves unfurling, tiny seeds growing into tall plants, strong winds sweeping through and bringing rapid change. In Chinese Medicine, we...

I had two stepmothers who were infertile for various reasons, and have an adopted baby brother. Several of my close friends and family members have used IVF to conceive, and I have my eggs cryopreserved. A few...

In short, a resounding yes! Statistics show that one in five couples over the age of 30 have difficulty conceiving after one year of trying. Many of these couples turn to acupuncture and Chinese medicine for a...

The holiday season can be really tough on legs. Standing in long lines, flying on planes, and even sitting in mall traffic, can wreak havoc on your circulatory system. How so? Healthy veins have valves, which open...

Vein disease, also known as venous disease, is defined as the impairment of blood flow towards your heart. It includes, but is not limited to, varicose veins. While there are proven, minimally invasive treatments for vein insufficiency,...

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects 7.7 million American adults, but can occur at any age, including childhood. Those who suffer from PTSD are often war veterans and survivors of...

Today, we’re continuing in our series on Chinese medicine and skin disease. First we covered the basics (review the August online issue if you missed it), and then in September’s issue we took a closer look at...