Synopsis Foundational concepts in Chinese Medicine come from Daoism and Confucianism. They are that reality is unity, that this unity…
- January 9, 2023
Comparing Chinese and Western Medicine – Part 1
Synopsis Western science has certain foundational assumptions, without which the model of reality as posited by science cannot exist. The…
- September 8, 2022
Whole Systems Healthcare Clinics Are Expanding
We are pleased to announce several clinic expansions that will increase access to holistic medicine and wellness services in Seattle,…
- June 19, 2022
What is Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), also known as East Asian Medicine, is a modern medical system that traces its practices back…
- June 18, 2022
Microbiome, Ecology, and Antibiotics
By now, many of us have heard about the “microbiome”, the complex web of bacteria, archaea, viruses, and eukaryotic microbes…
- June 17, 2022
Premenstrual Syndrome—Not Necessary
Synopsis Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is common but not a necessary part of having a period. PMS in Western terms is…
- June 17, 2022
An Holistic View of the Thyroid
Synopsis Thyroid hormone is important for all metabolic activity since it speeds up cellular energy and heat production. Low levels…
- June 17, 2022
Making Sense of Meditation and Prayer
The term meditation encompasses a broad variety of mental-training practices that vary between cultures and traditions, ranging from techniques designed…
- June 17, 2022
Understanding Addiction in Modern Times
Addiction rates are on the rise in the United States, with 40 million Americans age 12 and over (~1 in…