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Acupuncture for Winter Immunity: Boosting Defenses Against Colds
As winter settles in on January 5, 2026, the season brings shorter days, colder temperatures, and an increased risk of colds and flu. Sniffles, sore throats, and fatigue become common as viruses thrive in dry, indoor air and crowded spaces. While handwashing and rest are essential, many seek natural ways […]
New Year's Resolutions Through Classical Chinese Medicine: Setting Intentions for Holistic Health
As the new year dawns on January 1, 2026, many of us reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. Common resolutions—improving fitness, managing stress, or enhancing well-being—often fade quickly in our modern, fast-paced lives. Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM) offers a profound alternative. Rooted in ancient texts like […]
Fortify Your Defenses: 5 Time-Tested Strategies from Classical Chinese Medicine to Prevent Illness
In Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM)—the medicine of the Huangdi Neijing, Shang Han Lun, and Wen Bing traditions—immunity is not a modern concept but the natural expression of upright Qi (Zheng Qi) prevailing over pathogenic influences (Xie Qi). When Zheng Qi is abundant, wind-cold, wind-heat, summer-heat, or dampness cannot easily take […]
Why Being Grateful is Good Medicine
As the leaves turn gold and the air grows crisp, December arrives like a quiet invitation to pause. Amid the rush of holidays, year-end deadlines, and twinkling lights, this remains, at its core, a season of thankfulness. Long before “gratitude challenges” trended on social media, cultures around the world carved […]
Food as Medicine: The Winter Months
Utilizing food as medicine is a powerful tool that anyone can use to not only feel their best, but to avoid ailments that correspond to their life or environmental stresses that may be present. The concept of using food as medicine is a long-held tradition of civilizations throughout human history […]
Acupuncture and Sciatic Pain
Here is a note we received from a patient about his pain and how we helped him: "After being treated for my back, left leg, and my sciatica in my left leg for a month with only little relief from my chiropractor treatments, I decided to visit the clinic […]
Why Milwaukee Residents Are Choosing Acupuncture for Back Pain Relief
Acupuncture is gaining popularity in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. More residents are turning to this holistic therapy for back pain. Chronic pain affects daily life. Acupuncture offers a natural, drug-free solution. Why Back Pain Is a Growing Concern in Milwaukee Back pain is one of the most common health complaints. It affects […]
Acupuncture for Degenerative Disc Disease
This post was updated on October 1, 2025 Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a common condition that affects millions worldwide, often leading to chronic pain and reduced mobility. While Western medicine views it primarily as a result of aging and wear-and-tear on the spine, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a […]
The Yi – Spirit of Intelligence
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the human spirit is a complex weave of souls, each playing a distinct role in our well-being. The Yi, often called the "intellect" or "mind," governs our ability to think, plan, and process ideas with clarity. Unlike the Shen, which is tied to our consciousness […]
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