Cycle Balance and Daily Harmony for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Elix’s Second IRB Approved Independent Clinical Study Elix is committed to challenging medical misogyny by conducting trailblazing research in holistic solutions for women’s health. This second clinical study focuses on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common endocrine disorder among premenopausal women. At Elix, we are dedicated to addressing the gender disparities in healthcare by advancing […]
Return to China: A Reflection on Change and Progress
This article was originally published in July 2024 by Mayway It had been five long years since our last annual trip to China, where we visit our Hebei Meiwei herb factory, various suppliers, and friends. In June 2024, we were finally able to go again, and it was a pleasure to see the considerable progress […]
The Benefits of Switching Front Office Support to Virtual Office Support
by Shanna Cancino In today’s evolving business landscape, the shift from traditional office setups to virtual environments is accelerating. One key area seeing major transformation is front office support. Virtual office support—where administrative, customer service, and reception tasks are handled remotely—offers businesses of all sizes a range of benefits, from cost savings to improved productivity. […]
Treating Blood & Jing in Male Fertility
This article was originally published in June 2024 Infertility is clinically defined in women and men who cannot achieve pregnancy after one year of having intercourse without using birth control, occurring in approximately 15% of heterosexual couples who are trying to conceive. According to the National Institutes of Health, one-third of infertility cases are caused […]
The Tao of Trauma: A Roadmap for Finding the Issues in the Tissues
Alaine Duncan Our practices are full of people with what I call “strange, rare and peculiar” symptoms. If their symptoms were simple and straightforward, highly specialized Western medicine would be more helpful to them. All too often, their experiences of “complex, multi-symptom illness” have taken them to many providers, leaving them feeling hopelessly broken and […]
Oncology Acupuncture: Advancing Cancer Patients’ Quality of Life, Focusing on Treating Yang Ming Heat Constipation
Dr. Yair Maimon PhD OMD Lic.Ac, Dr. Julia Hartung MD, Patricia Bock, Guy Traiber Introduction Oncology acupuncture is an integrative therapeutic approach that combines principles of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with contemporary oncology practices to enhance the quality of life (QoL) for cancer patients. For example, a common condition that hinders QoL is constipation, a […]
Supporting Ovarian Reserve with Chinese Medicine
By Ann Wang, CMD, LAc Without a doubt, the work that has brought me the most joy in my 39 years of practice has been helping my patients to conceive and to bring healthy babies to term. Fertility has become one of my specialties, not only because of my growing experience in the field, but […]
Smoothing the Transition Between the Changing Seasons With TCM
A 5 Element Primer Christine Chang, DAOM, LAc, DiplOM Seasonal changes bring shifts in the outside environment as well as within the body. Adapting to the transitions of each season can be challenging, even in areas with relatively mild climates. It’s common to experience different illnesses, allergies, and even shifting energy levels as the temperature […]
Host a Breakfast Cure Tasting or House Brunch Party
Are you considering hosting a Breakfast Cure brunch at your house or a congee/jook/porridge tasting at the clinic? Here are a few key tips to help make these events successful from the start.We’ve served hundreds of samples in one day during free tastings at events like the Pacific Symposium. We’ve also served Breakfast Cure to […]
The Evolving Role of Herbal Medicine in Modern Acupuncture Practice
By John Guszak We stand at the intersection of tradition and innovation, constantly seeking ways to integrate ancient wisdom with contemporary medical practices. One area where this integration is particularly vibrant is the use of herbal medicine alongside acupuncture treatments. At Sun Ten, we’ve observed fascinating trends and developments that are reshaping how acupuncturists utilize […]
