Wellness and Lifestyle
As an Acupuncturist and Herbalist, my wellness and lifestyle articles integrate health perspectives from both Eastern and Western cultures. Particularly, I focus on the 5 Elements from East Asian Medicine. In my 5-part series of articles, I delve into the meaning of each element. Each one has correspondences, such as, season, organ, emotion, meridian, herbs and acupuncture points. This philosophy designs a cycle from which to attune the body for health and longevity. For example, the Fire Element corresponds with summer, heart and small intestine meridians and joy. Also, in my store I offer Guided Healing Meditations for each element described in each article below. Overall, I have articles and meditations on the Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water Elements. Plus, below there are other insights on holistic wellness for your lifestyle.
Affordable Wellness Travel Ideas to Reset Health
Wellness Travel is trending to become one of the fastest growing areas in travel. So, what is it, really? Essentially, it is defined by each person’s individual pursuit for well-being through travel. …
Fire Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine – Summer Heart Healing
Fire Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine The fire element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine corresponds with summer, as the climactic season of the year. This is when…
Earth Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine – Balancing Digestion and Being Present
The Earth Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine corresponds with late summer from end of August to the Autumn Equinox in September. Most importantly, it marks that pause or center…
Metal Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine – Autumn Healing of Grief and Lung/Large Intestine
The Metal Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine corresponds with Autumn. It’s the ideal time for letting go emotional residue and anything else the body does not need. East Asian Medicine…
Water Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine – Winter Healing for Fear & Kidneys/Bladder
The Water Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine is the most yin of all elements. Hence, it contains the most darkness, beginning at Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the…
Wood Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine-Spring Detox for Liver/Gallbladder & Anger
Wood Element of Feng Shui & East Asian Medicine Spring is the ideal time for a healing cleanse of the body, mind and spirit. The wood element of feng shui & East…
Motion Sickness Natural Remedies and Tips for a Healthy Journey
Motion sickness natural remedies can save a fun vacation from going bad. Planning ahead with certain remedies on your wellness travel packing list can help prevent a misadventure. As an Acupuncturist-at-Sea on…
14 Therapeutic Ways Travel is Healing
The very essence of travel is healing. It takes us out of our daily routine, relieves stress, stimulates creativity and is even good for brain health. After traveling to 105 countries and…
SE Asian Exotic Fruits’ Health Benefits to Live and Travel Well
The delicious and healthy fruit of Southeast Asia is one of the best things about travelling in this region. The Asian markets provide a healthy odyssey for travelling foodies. The fruits with…
Dog Bite Tips and Why Manuka Honey is in my First Aid Kit
Getting attached by a dog on Marshall Islands was a life-changing experience. I painfully realized the importance of knowing the dog culture in foreign lands and even more, the therapeutic steps to…
Fish Spa’s Health Benefits and Risks with Ethical Questions
Fish Spa’s health benefits & risks are important to consider before getting one. Also known as “Fish Pedicures,” these experiences have become increasingly popular worldwide, as a way to exfoliate the skin.…
Helpful Altitude Sickness Prevention Tips
You don’t have to be climbing the summit of a mountain to get altitude sickness. After my horrible experience with altitude sickness in Cusco, Peru I vowed to never let this happen…
El Salvador’s Revival of Natural Indigo for Ecotours and a Sustainable Future
El Salvador is making a comeback on the production of what the Mayans called “Blue Gold.” As the largest producer of natural indigo dye in Latin America for centuries, it collapsed after…
Seven Health Tips for Holistic Sunscreen Care
Proper sunscreen application is a holistic topic not only for you, but also our planet. The best individual sunscreens are also “Reef Safe.” Skin is your largest organ, where signs of premature aging…
10 Digital Detox Tips on How to Unplug from Technology
When I think back 30 years ago, before the digital age, I miss those simpler times and crave it for my well-being. Then, I know it’s time for a digital detox, to…
Top 10 Self-Acupressure Points for Travel Wellness Tips
Acupuncture and acupressure have been around for thousands of years. And it’s still with us in the modern times because they’re so effective. Any person can stimulate the acupuncture points on the…
Icelandic Thunder Bread – A Delicious, Sweet Rye Bread Geothermally Cooked
This Icelandic Thunder Bread Recipe honors a unique tradition, from this part of the world. When I toured Iceland, I experienced this delicious bread for the first time. Elated by my taste…
Ten Hiking Essentials for a Safe & Enjoyable Adventure
As a member of Mountaineers in Washington, bringing my ten hiking essentials has become second nature for my outdoor adventures. Taking overall precautions and planning for safety ensures an enjoyable outing, knowing…
9 Jet Lag Travel Tips for a Healthy Trip
There’s nothing worse than being in a beautiful destination on vacation and feeling lousy from jet leg. This can delay or shorten your quality vacation time. The good news is that there…
Travel Poems – Creating Art from Your Adventures
The novelty and adventure of travel takes us to our best moments. In a sense, discovering a new place that dazzles us is like falling in love. This levity naturally inspires. So,…
