by irapahanel | Apr 6, 2022 | acupuncture, chinese medicine, Healing Blog, herbal medicine, Menstrual Issues, nutrition, stress, Women's Health
Statistics show that almost eight out of ten people will experience low back pain at some point during their life. Seeking medical treatment for back pain is very common. Typically back pain is fleeting and can be easily resolved with rest, heat and an occasional...
by irapahanel | Mar 30, 2022 | acupuncture, chinese medicine, Healing Blog, herbal medicine, Menstrual Issues, nutrition, stress, Women's Health
In horticulture, “second spring” is a term used for that time in early autumn, after the hot and dry end of summer, when a little moisture returns, temps cool and there is a second blooming. Autumn is harvest time, but it’s also a time to rework the garden beds for...
by irapahanel | Mar 25, 2022 | acupuncture, chinese medicine, Healing Blog, herbal medicine, nutrition, stress, Women's Health
Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Yes, but…..there are a few things to consider when relying on our ‘natural propensity towards health’. The most important of which is entropy, the second law of thermodynamics, a disorderly force we must contend with. It runs counter to...
by irapahanel | Dec 16, 2021 | chinese medicine, Healing Blog, healthy fats, Healthy Food, herbal medicine, nutrition, stress, tea
As the 2021 Holiday season is upon us, many are eager to get back to celebrating with our friends and families in the traditional way…in person. This year, getting together is much more feasible as our population gets increasingly immunized, but there are still...
by irapahanel | Sep 8, 2021 | acupuncture, chinese medicine, Healing Blog, stress, Women's Health
Arizona State University conducted a study on the effects of stress on college students and staff in a “large urban college population.” The study was a two-group, randomized controlled trial where the participants underwent either sham acupuncture or verum...
by irapahanel | May 12, 2021 | acupuncture, arthritis, Common Conditions, Healing Blog, stress
Arthritis can be one of the most life-altering and unpleasant common pain conditions. Caused by a swelling of the joints, it can range from bothersome to extremely painful and can be a hindrance to everyday activities. Arthritis is also associated with other chronic...
