April 17, 2015
I often blog about conditions that I love treating with acupuncture because it seems we get better results than Western Doctors and with minimal side effects. […]
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March 18, 2015
One of the conditions I’m proudest to treat with acupuncture and herbs is acne. Acne is an external condition, but it can have such damaging effects […]
March 14, 2015
Depending on the healthcare provider you’re talking to, you may get a different answer to this question: Does diet influence acne? I say, unequivocally, yes*! Yes […]
March 11, 2015
There is a strong inflammatory component to acne breakouts – red, swollen, painful pimples, and even redness of the skin overall – so one of the […]
March 8, 2015
I am ready for the end of winter. In New York City, the indoor air is just so dry. I’ve got humidifiers cranking at the acupuncture […]
January 10, 2015
When you have eczema (atopic dermatitis), you want to minimize inflammation and inflammatory processes whenever possible (there are good kinds of inflammation, but let’s put those […]
January 8, 2015
Research has shown the increasing essential fatty acid (EFA), specifically Omega-3, intake in people with atopic dermatitis (eczema) can be beneficial. People with eczema process EFAs […]
December 12, 2014
The holidays are upon us! For the people exchanging gifts this year, here are some of my favorite products worth considering. Some of them you might […]
January 10, 2012
Atopic dermatitis, the umbrella under which eczema falls, is characterized by itching, and patches of dry, thickened skin typically on the hands, neck, face and legs. […]