Resources
It is my hope that you can turn to this page for educational material regarding chinese medicine, general wellness, and practical tips on how to take charge of your own health.
Juice Plus+ provides nutrition from 17 different fruits, vegetables, and grains in convenient and inexpensive capsule form.Click here to learn more.
Correct toes help prevent and cure foot problems without surgery, orthotics or medication by realigning your feet back to the way nature intended. Click here to learn more.
The Environmental Working Group is a fantastic resource for information about toxins in our environment and how to avoid them. I find their Shopper's Guide, which rates food on safety, nutritional value, and cost, and their Dirty Dozen which ranks food on the likelihood to contain pesticides especially useful.
Nationwide more and more people are living longer. The likelihood of needing assistance in our "Golden" years increases the longerlived we are. While there are a lot of potential sources of care, it can be difficult to decide what level of care is best and most affordable. Caring.com has put together a wonderful guide of the nursing homes and assisted living options in Washingtong. This resource includes a number of financial assistance programs that could help seniors and their loved ones make a more informed decision. Click here to visit their page.
Ancient Roots
If you are interested in improving your health through nutrition then the video put together by my friend Lindsey is a great resource to consider. Click here for previews of the video or the digital download. Or if you prefer, I have DVD's at the office.
The videos guide you through Chinese Medical Nutrition, and how to eat in accordance with the seasons. I'm sure you have heard Hippocrates quote of having your food be your medicine, and your medicine be your food. This is a core concept in Chinese Medicine as well. This video series gives great advice on how to use your food as medicine.
Please let me know if you have any questions, or if you would like to order a copy.
Three Postures Qi Gong
In this video I discuss some of the positive effects of meditation and guide you through a simple Qi Gong form.
Immune Boosting Qi Gong
This is a demonstration video that my Qi Gong instructor, Master Liu He, has created which is very simple and effective. Consider this as a better alternative to a flu shot.
This is another simple form demonstrated by Master Liu which is helpful in stimulating both good circulation and a healthy immune system.
This form demonstrated by Master Liu is great for stimulating lymphatic drainage.
This form demonstrated by Master Liu is designed to support the Liver's energy and so is good for reducing stress, calming anger, and is a great form to practice in the Spring.
This is a guided meditation led by Master Liu helpful for relaxation and in preparing you for Fall and Winter.
Exercises for Good Posture
This is a video of simple exercises to follow along with to help support good posture.
Yoga for Low Back Pain
This is a lovely, simple routine. Easy to follow along with, and great for the low back.
Talisman for 2013
Master Liu He, one of my Qi Gong instructors, created this talisman as a blessing for the year to come. It is my pleasure to be able to share it with you.