Dec 20, 2021 | All Articles
Because most people associate acupuncture with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we sometimes forget that acupuncture has been developed in other countries such as Japan and Korea. While these styles are rooted in the same theory as TCM, in practice they are...
Nov 4, 2021 | All Articles
For many, the pandemic has given us a new perspective. It has helped us learn about ourselves: our resilience and limits, our needs and values, our strengths and shortcomings, our sense of mortality and humanity. Something I have learned is that I don’t necessarily...
Oct 13, 2021 | All Articles
When I ask my patients about their diet, they often reply, “It’s pretty healthy!” But… what is healthy eating? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we understand food differently than in western medicine. We don’t usually talk about nutrients, vitamins,...
Nov 3, 2020 | All Articles
You have probably heard that acupuncture is the “go-to” medicine when someone is struggling with fertility. Acupuncture for fertility? How can tiny needles actually help with conception? Let’s take a deeper look at this common issue. For some people,...
Mar 31, 2020 | All Articles
Are you feeling tired, even though you’ve been getting a full night’s sleep? Have you been suffering from headaches, dizziness, or experiencing muscle and joint pain? Does exercise make you feel worse, not better? You might be suffering from chronic fatigue....
Mar 30, 2020 | All Articles
By: Dr. Elena Rossi, Naturopathic Doctor Springtime brings relief for many of us – sunnier days, milder weather, and rain to wash away the old snow. It’s a transformative season, and it can be transformative for our bodies too. Our circadian rhythms shift, our...
