This the second article in a short seasonal series, which focuses on the body. The previous article introduced the concept of Five Element acupuncture theory and the seasonal associations of Fall. In the body we turn our attention to the Lungs, Large Intestines, and our skin. It might seem odd that those organs would be…
As a health care professional, I have triple-layer disposable masks for when I see patients, and re-usable cloth masks with filters for trips to the grocery store, post office, outdoor exercise and other short errands. But as the months have worn on, with cases increasing daily, masks will continue to be an indispensable accessory, so…
Doctors and scientists realized early on that the Covid-19 pandemic was rapidly expanding because we were experiencing “community spread.” That is what led to the current Safer-At-Home restrictions. People are still getting sick, the virus is still out there. So how do we emerge safely back into our communities, even in a limited way, without…
You are already a sophisticated user of acupuncture, so you know it will help you get through the Covid-19 pandemic and economic crisis by fortifying your body, mind and spirit. Staying healthy and as resilient as possible is even more important now. So I want to tell you about safety steps I’m taking in my…
Acupuncture point names are evocative. The Outer Frontier Gate, which is a Summer Fire point, indicates protection from external forces (like viruses), but also what we decide to allow in to our life. “Gates” are regulating, and must swing both ways in order to function optimally. It is time to have your Outer Frontier Gate…