It’s kind of shocking, mostly to me, but I have a dog working alongside me in my new home-based clinic.  An actual dog.  I guess I’ll add it to the ever-growing list of things I’ve said I’d never do. It all started back in 2005, right before I graduated with […]

Many of my patients are trying to decrease their carb intake and increase their healthy fat intake. Chia seed porridge achieves both of those goals. If you’re someone who is used to eating oatmeal in the morning but also feels like it doesn’t quite fill you up, then this is […]

Here is a morning (or anytime) smoothie that will keep you full and provides energy that sustains you for many hours.   1/3 can coconut milk or 1 cup almond milk 1 avocado  1/2 frozen banana (optional. Omit if weight loss is your goal) 2 spoon fulls of almond butter  2 shakes […]

Castor oil packs are used for detoxification of the body. There are several benefits to castor oil being absorbed through the skin, typically on the abdomen. I recommend this mostly commonly for my patients who have either constipation or abdominal discomfort. Benefits of using castor oil packs include: White blood cells […]

Breakfast Congee is a grain based, medicinal porridge served for centuries in traditional East Indian and Chinese homes. It is used preventatively to promote good health and long life. It is used therapeutically to help the body recover from various ailments. Benefits of a congee breakfast: It can jump start your […]

Avoid: Cold foods and cold drinks Raw fruits and veggies Alcohol Canned foods Dairy Over-eating gas-producing foods: onions, soda or bubbly water, beans, cabbage, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli. Spicy or acidic foods Smoking which can irritate the bowels Coffee Foods with MSG Worrying can weaken the digestion Increase: Hydration: plain […]

Drink water! However avoid ice cold water because cold constricts and we want to open and move the digestive system, not constrict it. Warm water or room temperature is best. Keep track of how much water you consume sand how often your bowel movements are so you’ll know how much […]

First, you have to find out what caused it. There are many possible causes: H. Pylori bacteria.  Ask your doctor to test you for this. Overuse of non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) like aspirin, celebrex, ibuprofen (advil, motrin), meloxicam, naproxen (aleve) Use of other medications like Fosamax for osteoporosis and potassium supplements […]

In Chinese medicine’s wisdom, there is a pattern called Blood Deficiency that many people, mostly women, experience and it looks like this: You’re tired but can’t sleep well. You look pale and don’t feel vibrant like you used to. You can’t remember a damn thing anymore. You’re either outright anxious […]