Five years ago, I went to Kauai (Hawaii) for the first time and it was breathtaking! This small island is where Jurassic Park was filmed! It's a true beauty, with amazing hikes (see pic below), perfect places to snorkel, great local organic food and friendly people. The first 4 days of our week trip were fantastic, and [...]
I absolutely love the odd one out, the ugly duckling, the exception to the rule, the marginal. They stand out and make a statement! That's how I look at the Dai Vessel in Chinese Medicine. Dai Vessel is the only meridian that is horizontal and not vertical! The Girdle rocks :) In clinical practice, I use the [...]
Lately, especially during the past Summer Olympics, we have been bombarded with images of people experiencing the benefits of Cupping! I know I'll get some heat for what I'm about to say, but Cupping is not a Chinese Medicine therapy! I can hear you thinking, "WHAT! Are you crazy?!" I'm kidding. I meant to say: Cupping is [...]
