For most people, losing weight is a long and hard journey. Finding the time to exercise is a challenge (walking is a great activity), as is eating the healthiest foods available. While many want instant and drastic results, the process should be slow and steady. One small step to lead you to weight loss is to increase your metabolism through spices. According to Fitday, “Capsaicin is the source from which hot peppers get their heat. It is found in jalapenos, habaneros, cayenn

For those of you who have considered acupuncture or medicinal herbs, you may have come across the term “Chinese Medicine.” But what exactly is it? Traditional Chinese Medicine is the bedrock of natural healing and nurturing. Through Chinese Medicine, I use acupuncture and medicinal herbs to treat a variety of conditions and my practice focuses on such issues such as: stress, migraines, fatigue, anxiety, colds and flu, and women's health. Keep reading to learn about Chinese Me

Can you believe it’s flu season already? As we go deeper into fall and get closer to the cold, unforgiving winter months, we need to prepare for a nasty flu season. STAT News talked to flu experts about what they think of the flu season and, while many won’t predict how bad it will be, they have been watching trends throughout the world and they are worried about: The Southern Hemisphere’s Nasty Flu Season The Vaccine May Not Be an Optimal Match The Repeat Vaccination Problem

For those who haven’t studied different Chinese therapies and treatments, you may have only heard about cupping when celebrities started using it. Occasionally, you’ll see an actress walking down the red carpet with red circles on their back, but most people seemed to have started paying attention to cupping during the Rio Olympics after Michael Phelps and the U.S. Swim Team had red circular marks on their bodies. What Is Cupping? Cupping is an ancient Chinese medical treatme

Are you ready for Thanksgiving next Thursday? Besides watching football and eating an amount unheard of at a normal dinner, one tradition many people partake in is giving thanks. What are you thankful for? Regardless of the time of year, it is always important to show thanks and have gratitude; this even impacts your health. Keep reading for three health benefits of gratitude and how you can start appreciating life more. 3 Health Benefits of Gratitude 1. Reduce Stress Those w