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Have you ever noticed your bowel movements changing throughout the month? Perhaps when you’re about to menstruate, you notice some significant shifts? It turns out that there’s often a connection between your cycle and your poops. What causes these shifts? As an acupuncturist and a nurse, I find it interesting to consider conditions from both […]

Too often in life, we are asked to be conscious of the world we live in yet remain centered and grounded in our day-to-day activities — a seemingly formidable balancing act. The stress of day-to-day living can feel insurmountable at times, and the current political turbulence only seems to exacerbate said chaos. These are truly […]

In traditional Chinese medicine, our bodies and ourselves reflect the natural world we live in and being in harmony with the seasons increases health and well-being. Late Summer is considered a separate season in traditional Chinese medicine. In the middle of the Chinese calendar, Late Summer is a transition time when we return to the […]

Many traditional cultures recognize the time period right after a birth as being an opportunity for new parents to rest and recuperate. In the Chinese tradition of Zuo Yue Zi (or “sitting the month”), for example; new mothers are expected to stay at home and rest for a full 30-40 days after their new arrival, […]

The mindfulness trend continues to grow with numerous meditation groups across New York City and countless apps ready for download. This pursuit for peace is much needed in a fast-paced city of busy, high-functioning New Yorkers. For many of my patients who experience stress and anxiety, one of the main questions I ask is: “Do […]

Susan and her husband Tom, in their late twenties, had been trying to get pregnant for more than 2 years. They had been to see all the specialists. No one could find a single problem. The diagnosis: “Unexplained Infertility.” “We are at our wits end,” Susan told me. As I started the healing, I held […]

I have some exciting news to share: my new book “Energy Medicine: The Science and Mystery of Healing” comes out April 2nd! I’ve never worked harder on a book—it was quite a journey and one that quite literally took me around the world. I’m thrilled that it’s finally time to start sharing it with you! […]

We are very grateful for C-sections. Whether the procedure is planned or used in an emergency, it’s a medical feat that saves lives and has changed the landscape of birth. That being said, in many cases, it’s a back-up procedure that an obstetrical team works to avoid. Breech presentation is a common cause of needing […]

Even when you’ve meticulously planned your journey to pregnancy, arriving at your destination can catch you by surprise. Now that you’re expecting, what’s next? Nurturing a Healthy Pregnancy Birth is often likened to a marathon. It’s a big event with big demands on the body. A little training and prep work goes a long way. […]

Thanks to digestive bitters, I’m feeling a bit better after an indulgence of Halloween treats (and prepared for the food-heavy holidays to come!) I usually don’t feel the bloating and indigestion that can accompany eating gluten, dairy, and sugar but even my digestive tract has its limits. I credit my healthy digestion to years of […]