As defined by the National Library of Medicine, menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It is officially diagnosed when a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55. This transition is driven by a decline in ovarian function, leading to lower levels of estrogen and progesterone. Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, sleep dist

Here are general menstrual health guidelines from the 2,500-year clinical experience of acupuncture with self-care practices that help you create an easier and more comfortable monthly cycle. Each month’s cycle is an indicator of your health. If your reproductive organs and glandular functions are in balance, you will have an easy flow between the four phases of your menstrual cycle with minimal or no changes in mood or pain and discomfort. Bleeding occurs the same week every

This article outlines how Chinese medicine can help women approach their unique health needs around menstruation. Further articles will be linked addressing other female health issues including fertility, menopause, and other common conditions. In Chinese medicine menstruation is viewed as one of the foundations of a woman’s health. Menstruation affects not only a woman’s fertility but also contributes to and is an indicator of the total health of her mind and body. Here are

Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit with Chinese medicine in a half-day retreat Enjoy A “Beyond Organic” health bar of age-defying foods and beverages A tai chi session and workshop on using acupressure for common pain conditions (with our pain specialist acupuncturist Tim Iliff) A catered lunch in a beautiful wooded scape Saturday, June 13th, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM Chestnut Hill Dr, Youngstown, OH 44511 $150 per person Space is limited! ➡️ Buy tickets here ​...

I’ll never forget when my mentor said, “Health isn’t just about healing this and preventing that - 💥People want to look young and feel good .”💥 That statement struck me more than any as a health and fitness nut and still drives my mission and career in promoting health with Chinese medicine 25 years later. That sage mentor was Dr. Tei Fu Chen, who founded Sunrider International to combine traditional herbal foods from Chinese medicine with modern technology to make health

Moxa Boats for Hemorrhoids and Gynecological Health This technique uses the smoke from moxa (the Chinese herb mugwort) to help decrease hemorrhoids (and the associated itching) and warm and clear the inside of the pelvis for gynecological issues. This is an alternative to the popular med spa practice of vaginal steaming, but with inexpensive materials in your home’s bathroom. Using the moxa herb this way is traditionally used to treat hemorrhoids, pelvic pain/spasm, infertili

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