The ultimate goal of Traditional Chinese Medicine is to bring the body, mind, and spirit back into balance and harmony. There are 2 main concepts in Chinese medicine that help to explain how we...
Melasma is a common skin condition in which dark patches appear on the skin, most commonly on the cheeks, bridge of the nose, forehead, upper lip, and chin – areas of the face that...
Springtime is a time to enjoy new growth after a long winter – flowers blooming, tender leaves sprouting in the trees. Unfortunately for some, Spring can also bring on miserable allergy symptoms. Allergies are...
Your skin and your immune system both play a huge role in protecting you from things in the environment that may cause harm and disease. Your skin is the largest organ of your body,...
What is dermatitis? In medical terms, ‘derm’ refers to the skin, and ‘-itis’ simply means that something is inflamed. So dermatitis is literally ‘inflammation of the skin.’ This is a very broad term that...
How do you say Happy New Year in Chinese? There are many languages spoken in China, but the two most common are Mandarin (mainland China) and Cantonese (Hong Kong). Here is how to say...
According to the National Eczema Association, the prevalence of eczema in children in the U.S. is 10.7%. So, that’s basically 1 in 10 kids who have eczema – that’s a lot of kids, and...
Many people look forward to the cooler months of autumn and winter, with their crisp, cool air bringing relief from summer’s heat and humidity. However, those who suffer from psoriasis may not be so happy...
Vitiligo is one among many autoimmune disorders. With an autoimmune disorder, the immune system has become confused. It sees the healthy tissue of the body as a foreign substance that it must protect you...
The healing power of plants is undeniable. Flowers uplift our mood, promote health and well-being, and nurture us on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. But besides what we can experience with our senses...
