Cupping therapy (CT) is an ancient healing modality that has been used across cultures including Egypt, Asia, Africa and Europe. It is a unique technique of burning out the oxygen from a glass cup and creating a negative pressure massage by suctioning on the surface of the body. The sensation is unlike anything you’ve ever tried and it is difficult to describe. But the benefits of cupping therapy are significant and immediate. There are a number of clinical studies[1] that sh

Welcome to Fall! It is by far my favorite season but I consider it to be one of the most precarious for our health. Fall is a transitional season from the highly energetic Summer/Late Summer, which in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the most Yang (energy) time of year. With the days growing shorter and colder, now is a crucial time to consolidate the yang energy of summer and transform it into yin energy. Much like how our parents and grandparents harvested crops and pr

At our Toronto acupuncture clinic, we consider food (intake, quality and energetics) seriously. We know that the entire body's energy comes from the food we eat and the air we breath. As we move into fall, one of the best ways that we can support our immune system is to eat warm and nourishing foods. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Spleen is responsible for receiving and extracting all the nutrients from the foods that we eat. The spleen/stomach axis plays a centr

Acupuncture and Headaches I love treating clients with headaches because acupuncture can significantly reduce the intensity, duration and frequency of the pain. Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes that many different types of headaches and addresses the root cause of the pain. I will ask all kinds of questions for figure out the etiology (cause of headaches) and the specific type of headache you have. Then we will create a unique treatment plan to eliminate or greatly re

Cupping therapy is an ancient healing modality that has been used in Ancient Egypt and in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries. It is a deeply relaxing and fun treatment that promotes blood circulation, lymphatic flow and decreases pain. I offer classic fire cupping in two distinct styles – sliding and flash. Cupping is becoming really popular as Olympian Michael Phelps, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and a host of celebrities rave about its benefits. Fire is used to bur

Known as facial rejuvenation or non-surgical face-lift, cosmetic acupuncture is an effective, non-surgical treatment to reduce to signs of aging. Based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, very fine needles are placed into acupuncture points on the face. Becoming increasingly popular in New York and Los Angeles, cosmetic acupuncture is being embraced by everyone looking to beautify their skin. The 3 Big Benefits Natural Glow: The health of the body is reflected

Bone Broth Bone broths are a great way to keep the body nourished and strong this fall. Packed with amino acids, minerals and a variety of other nutrients, it’s no wonder bone broths are known as a “longevity soup” in Asian cultures. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, the marrow found in these broths nourishes the Kidney Qi and Jing. Jing or Essence is derived from the genetic information from our parents as well the energy we get from the foods we eat. It