Do you suffer from headaches, fatigue, irregular or painful menstruation, PMS, and vertigo? Have you been diagnosed with hypertension, eye disorders, hepatitis, anemia, uterine bleeding, food allergies, or gynecological disorders? Read more about liver qi stagnation how it may manifest in these physical symptoms.

This article reviews some of the research on the use of acupuncture to treat infertility for women with hormonal imbalances, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and for those undergoing in vitro fertilization. A study demonstrating the effectiveness of acupuncture for treating male infertility is also reviewed.

Kaz’s explanation of how he believes acupuncture works is humble and poetic.

It’s easy to get confused about what constitutes a healthy diet. This article provides a refreshing perspective on the joys of food and eating. Learn how to preserve your qi through healthy and balanced eating, breathing, and living.

Do you have a sore throat, stuffy nose, cough, headache, and body aches? Learn about common Chinese herbal cold and flu remedies, why herbs like ginseng or astragalus should be avoided, and other tips to get you through the cold and flu season.

Savoring a cup of fine green tea is good for your health. The antioxidant polyphenols in green tea have been shown to protect against cancer, and to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and blood sugar, among other benefits. This article addresses the differences between coffee and tea, including the amounts of caffeine and the effect each has on the body.

Mushrooms in omelets taste good, but they also have healthful properties. Discover the lore of mushrooms, including the strange sounding ones like reishi and shiitake, and how they are used in Chinese herbal medicine to promote health.

The words yin and yang might be familiar, but what do they mean? This article provides a basic and sensible explanation of what yang energy is, and why it’s important to keep the yang fire burning in the body.

This article provides a deeper explanation of yin and yang in relation to the passing of the seasons. Find out why your energy is abundant in the summer, and why you feel like hibernating in the winter.