Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long emphasized the connection between food and fertility. By nourishing the body with the right foods, we can support optimal reproductive health and prepare it for conception or pregnancy.

Acupuncture offers a holistic approach to alleviate jaw pain and address its underlying causes, providing much-needed relief and restoring balance to the body.

Her passing served as a catalyst for self-reflection, prompting me to reevaluate my priorities and embrace a holistic approach to wellness that would nurture both body and soul.

Embarking on a running journey may seem like a daunting task, especially when the fitness world is flooded with advice tailored for marathon enthusiasts or seasoned distance runners. However, let me assure you – running doesn't have to be an intimidating endeavor

Imagine battling a persistent headache that just won't let up, despite your best efforts with painkillers and lifestyle adjustments. Now, what if there were a natural alternative that not only provided relief but addressed the root causes of your discomfort?

Picture this: You're starting your day, eager to take on the world, but as soon as your feet touch the ground, you're greeted by an excruciating pain radiating from your heels. Plantar fasciitis, a common condition characterized by inflammation

In the realm of orthopedic concerns, issues like muscle or tendon tears, tendonitis, bursitis, sprains, and strains can often disrupt our daily lives, leaving us in pain and seeking effective treatments. While surgery might seem like the go-to solution for many, there's a holistic approach that deserves our attention: acupuncture.

The decision to stop using hormonal birth control is a personal one, and it can be helpful to understand what happens to the body when making this transition. In this blog, I will explore the changes that can occur in a woman's body when she comes off of hormonal birth control and offer some tips for supporting a healthy transition.

Have you ever wondered about the education and training that goes into becoming a licensed acupuncturist? If you're anything like me, you probably assumed that acupuncturists learn everything they need to know by

Perioral dermatitis is a skin condition characterized by a rash of small, red bumps around the mouth and sometimes on the cheeks, nose, and forehead.

Currently in the heart of winter, when the sun sets earlier and rises later, our circadian rhythm naturally changes as well. In our modernized world, many of us are unaware and continue on the same schedule of bedtime and waking as we have all Summer, but our bodies and brains are still tuned into the changing rhythm.

Sciatica is a term used to describe pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back, through the buttocks, and down the legs. Sciatica is usually caused by a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or a bone spur that puts pressure on the nerve.

Here’s a term you don’t hear every day: Nasal irrigation. If you are familiar with it, you have probably heard of neti pots, and you may be one of the many people who have found relief from sinus and allergy distress with this simple tool.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you're like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody.

As the weather dives into lower temps, we enter yet another cold and flu season. It’s the time of year when the chances of “coming down with something” increase. Everywhere you look there are over-the-counter cold and flu products being advertised to keep you safe from the lurking ailments that may afflict you.

Autumn: arguably one of the most enjoyable seasons in terms of temperature. We have officially arrived at more consistently cooler weather, leaves are changing colors, and boots, sweaters, and all things cozy are coming out of our storage closets. Autumn is a gorgeous season, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, the Colorado skies grant us a full month (or two, fingers crossed) before it starts to feel more like winter.

Whether you are looking to conceive naturally, or are in the process of IVF (Invitro Fertilization), acupuncture is a wonderful modality that may help to increase your success in achieving conception and having a successful pregnancy, labor, and post-partum rebalancing.

We are so lucky to live in an area like Denver that provides so many restaurant options for specialty diets like gluten free, vegan, keto, etc. Here are a few of my favorite restaurants, many focusing on locally sourced and organic ingredients. Eating locally sourced and organic ingredients is best for ensuring maximum nutrient availability and freshness.

Have you been concerned about your hormone levels recently but unsure how to receive useful information from lab tests? Your GP or PCP may request blood work to measure levels of hormones, telling you that everything is normal and there is nothing wrong. But your cystic acne, painful period cramps, night sweats, and anxiety surely tell you otherwise.

Digestion is a complex task performed by the body, starting in the mouth with chewing and mastication and then finishing when the ingested food leaves the body through the colon and rectum. While we have so much information regarding how this process works, there is still a lot that both Western and Eastern medicine are still learning! For example, around 10 years ago,

The Celluma Light panel device utilizes LED and NIR (near infrared) light energy and proprietary phototherapy technologies to promote an increase of blood circulation, accelerate tissue regeneration and repair, kill acne causing bacteria on the surface of the skin, decrease inflammatory response,

Can you imagine waking up in the morning, looking in the mirror as you brush your teeth and seeing half your drooping? Or you go to take your first sip of coffee and it spills out of your mouth because you can’t control your lips?

In these most uncertain times, we stick to what we know. And if there’s one thing we know, it’s shopping! In our first ever holiday gift guide, we’ll show you some of our favorite local (and non local) items to indulge in self-care, wellness, and just generally gorgeous items to adorn your space. Buy them for friends, family, and most importantly-treat yourself this holiday season!

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder which causes accelerated life cycles of skin cells, leading to an accumulation of dead cells on the dermis (outermost layer) of the skin. About 3% of the world’s population suffers from psoriasis. Although there is no cure for psoriasis in Western medicine, it has been effectively studied and treated with lifestyle changes, topical remedies and orally ingested herbs/medications.