Do you notice shifts in your body as the seasons change? As we move toward Spring in the Northern Hemisphere, the body transitions from the stillness of winter into a season of movement, growth, and renewal. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this seasonal shift corresponds to the Wood element, which is deeply connected to the Liver … Read more
Menopause isn’t just an ending — it’s a powerful transition. Here’s how acupuncture and herbal medicine can help make it smoother. Lately, it seems like talk of perimenopause and menopause is everywhere — in the news, on podcasts, even at my husband’s tech job. (They recently had a webinar on menopause in the workplace… which … Read more
A Deeper Dive into Supplements That Support Sperm Health When it comes to conception, sperm is just as essential as the egg in creating new life. It carries half of the genetic material, plays a critical role in embryo development, implantation, and pregnancy outcomes, and yet is often overlooked in fertility care. Lifestyle and diet … Read more
Globally, sperm counts have been declining at an alarming rate. So alarming, in fact, that the World Health Organization has had to repeatedly lower what’s considered “normal.” The average sperm count today is about half of what it was 50 years ago. This decline is happening alongside: And here’s an important nuance: a basic sperm analysis mostly … Read more
As you approach the final weeks of your pregnancy, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and anticipation. Many women become eager to meet their little one and begin to think about encouraging labor to start. At The Acupuncture and Health Centre, we offer a gentle and effective method to support this process: acupuncture … Read more
Endometriosis, a prevalent yet frequently misunderstood condition, manifests when tissue resembling the endometrium grows outside the uterus, leading to a myriad of symptoms that can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life. While it can attach itself almost anywhere in the body—from the peritoneal cavity and vagus nerve to the nasal cavity and muscles—its effects … Read more
Macular Degeneration (MD) is a challenging vascular condition that profoundly impacts the delicate cardiovascular aspect of the eyes and body. This degenerative disease involves the formation of plaque in the macula, a crucial area of the retina responsible for central vision. As the condition progresses, individuals with MD may experience a gradual loss of sharp, … Read more
Chinese culture has a rich history of knowledge and traditions surrounding conception, pregnancy, and postpartum care. In traditional Chinese medicine, pregnancy is viewed as a dynamic process that evolves in stages, with each stage associated with specific organ systems, meridians, and energies. This approach recognizes that the body’s energy, or Qi, changes over time and … Read more
Menopause in our society is not usually thought of as a positive phase in life. But it can be and it should be! Chinese Medicine’s explanation of menopause which is described as the Second Spring, shows us that menopause should be an empowering phase in a woman’s life. With menopause a shift occurs from creating … Read more
Immunity in TCM is influenced by several factors, one of which is by our Wei Qi. . What is your Wei Qi ?? There are many different forms of Qi in our body. The word ‘Wei’ means to defend or protect and this form of Qi is considered our protective energy. It is like a … Read more
As the weekend went by, daylight savings occurred and our 24 hour clock fell back. There was some contemplation in the clinic about if this may or may not be beneficial to our health. There was a time that I used to enjoy this; or at least I enjoyed that time in the spring where we … Read more
1. Pediatric Tuina Massage Whether your child has a wet, dry, hacking, or croupy cough Tuina massage techniques work by stimulating the body to heal itself while simultaneously treating the cough. Kids love it, it feels great and it makes them feel better. The best part is its safe, effective, and can be used at any age. … Read more
Often morning sickness is one of the first clues a woman has that she is pregnant. This is often accompanied by deep fatigue and both can last till week 12-14 of the pregnancy. There are different points of view on why this is such a normal part of pregnancy. The most common is that there … Read more
Endometriosis (en-doe-me-tree-O-sis) is an often chronically painful inflammatory condition in which tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus — the endometrium — grows outside your uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining. It can also involve secondary inflammatory indicators. The following supplements can … Read more
Painful periods are a common complaint in our practice, and it warrants serious attention, especially when the pain is crippling and shows up month after month. Many of our patients have the same similar story. Their period pain began when they were in their teens and their doctor put them on birth control to “fix” … Read more