How to Nourish and Use Tonics in the Winter
By Candace Liu, LAc, B.Med, MSOM, DAOM In order to withstand the cold temperatures in winter, the body needs more energy and good nutrition to maintain physiological activities and improve […]
Cold and Flu
Keep Your Lungs Healthy in the Autumn 秋燥傷肺
By Candace Liu LAc, B. Med, MSOM, DAOM The Chinese have a saying “the autumn sky is clear and the air is crisp秋高氣爽”. This saying explains that autumn is a […]
How to Use Peach for Longevity and Health
By Candace Liu LAc, B. Med, MSOM, DAOM In Chinese the peach also called the longevity fruit. One raw medium peach (147 grams) has 50 calories, 0.5 grams of fat, […]
Spring Colds and Winter Flu Blues
Ah, Chicago weather. One day we are wearing parkas and are barely recognizable under hats, gloves and scarves. The next day is warm but wet and gray. The third day […]