Category Health Care
Red Chicken Vegetable Curry with Black Rice
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast ( or substitute non-GMO tofu) 2 cans coconut milk 2 small heads broccoli 2 small zucchini 1 large onion 2 carrots ½ cup snow peas ¼ cup red curry paste ( my favorite brand is Mae Ploy- it does contain shrimp though, so not a good fit for […]
Spring time allergies? Start treating them in the winter.
If you suffer from chronic springtime allergies, the best time to treat them naturally with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine is for the duration of the winter. In East Asian medical philosophy, seasonal illnesses that pop up the same time each year respond best when treatment is started the season before. Specifically with spring time […]
Winter: The Season of the Kidneys
Winter weather is settling in here in Walla Walla, WA. As we bundle up and cuddle up in the evenings, it reminds me that winter represents a very important season in Chinese and East Asian medicine. Each season has strong ties to specific organ systems and acupuncture meridians in East Asian medicine. The way we adjust […]
Gluten-free Thanksgiving
The holidays can be an extra hard time for anyone with food sensitivities or allergies. It may feel overwhelming to try to tackle a gluten free Thanksgiving, but there are many options out there. Option one: would be to get creative and try to find multiple recipes that celebrate the autumn vegetable bounty without any […]
Want a strong digestive system? Food preparation is considered key.
One of the most controversial topics in my clinic is the discussion of diet and food preparation. Not only is food very literally considered medicine in East Asian medicine, but food preparation is key. In East Asian medicine, every food item has a property such as damp, astringent, drying, and moistening. They also have a […]
A Guide to Autumn Foods to Improve Health- an East Asian Medicine Perspective
To my dear readers, I apologize for my blogging hiatus. I am happy to announce that my husband and I bought a house, moved, and have had a handful of other positive stressors during the month of October. I needed a bit more balance in my life, hence the blogging break. But now I am […]
Gastronomic Shenanigans – Dairy Free, Creamy Curried Squash Soup
For those autumn days when the crisp chill enters the air, or those flat-out cold, blustery winter nights, this soup can put some warm back into your muscles. If you are struggling with joint and muscle pain, consider adding a tablespoon turmeric to the soup, as it reduces pain by increasing circulation. Ingredients: 2 T […]
Two Recipes: Curried Delicata Squash Crescents & Turmeric Cinnamon Spiced Oatmeal
Curried Delicata Squash Crescents Ingredients: 2 delicata squash 1 T curry powder 2 tsp paprika 1 T olive oil Preheat the oven to 375. Cut the delicata squash in half, lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out all of the seeds and guts. Slice the squash into ½ inch crescents. Place in a mixing bowl […]
The Wet Sock Treatment To Stop A Cold In Its Tracks
I know what you’re thinking. Wet socks sound like some sort of medieval torture protocol, or a easy way to ruin a beautiful day. While it may seem weird and equally unappealing, this is a simple treatment that can help alleviate cold and flu symptoms right as they start to rear their sneaky little […]
Cold And Flu Season Tidbits- How East Asian medicine can help
As I write this, some children have already gone back to school. A second wave will start right after Labor Day weekend, and college students will be in class by the end of the month. Parents, teachers, and students know the drill. School starts. Immune systems mingle, fraternize, share drinks, and maybe even some slightly […]
Stick Out Your Tongue 