Do you have any habits or tendencies or an aged collection of things that you used to love, but might be time to let go of? If so, Fall is a great time to let go, just like the (deciduous) trees let go of their leaves. Fall – the season of Metal – has lessons…
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…
In acupuncture theory, the 5 Elements and their many correspondences hold, explain and organize EVERYTHING. The Metal element associates with Fall, so let’s jump in! EVERYTHING FALL, THE METAL ELEMENT: Classical Five Element Acupuncture is organized around the 5 Elements and their associations. Fall is associated with Metal, the Lungs and Large Intestines, our skin,…
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…
You’ve no doubt heard of Lyme disease – a tic-borne illness that’s challenging to diagnose and treat – but have you heard of “lime disease”? Sometimes referred to as Margarita Dermatitis, it is usually seen in summer or during the winter cruise season. Yes, it’s a thing. It can easily be misdiagnosed as a fungal…