Stomach Function: Central to Healing
As a practitioner of Eastern medicine, I look for the root cause of disease in the dysfunction of the internal organs. If I were to choose the one organ that comes up the most consistently as the root of dysfunction, it would be the stomach. Looking to the Stomach In Eastern medicine, the stomach is […]
Understanding and Addressing Post-COVID Blood Clot Risk: A Holistic Approach
Post-COVID blood clot risk is a critical concern due to the impact of the virus on the vascular system. In this blog post, we explore the vascular nature of COVID-19 and how it affects the lining of the arteries, leading to edema, inflammation, and coagulation. We also provide recommended protocols for both prevention and treatment, […]
Discovering Qi Gong: Ancient Chinese Practice for Mind and Body
Cultivate balance and harmony within your mind and body through gentle movements, breath control, and focused intention.
Maile McKain and Elisabeth Lentz Present Qigong Workshop Series: Exploring Health Through The Five Elements
The most important thing is to know yourself. This course intends to help you live in harmony with yourself and the world by exploring who you are through the practice of Qigong. Qigong is a practice that focuses the subtle breath and inner focus on creating vital energy to make you strong from the inside […]
Current Thoughts on COVID Prevention and Treatment
I am writing this post to inform you that the type of respiratory infections I have seen at my clinic in Park City, Utah, during the last 6 weeks is characterized by pathogens that linger and are challenging to dissipate entirely. I researched and consulted with colleagues and mentors to understand how to treat these […]
Getting to the Root
Solar Term 21 | Dec 6 – Dec 20 Low Expectations It was a grey day, windy and cold, with just a dusting of snow on top of ice. It was the kind of day where it was hard to be outside. Even walking was a challenge on the trail after being beaten up with […]
Transforming Grief and Letting Go
Solar Term 18 | October 21 – November 7 There is land behind my house that needs attention. Every day I walk past, trying to create a vision of its potential. It’s been neglected for so long that it feels downtrodden. I walk through the plants pulling invasive weeds, inspecting the earth, and thinking of […]
Aging Gracefully
Solar Term 17 | October 8 – October 21 Graceful leaves It is fascinating to watch the leaves change as they stop making food for the plants and trees. Each day as the sun retreats a little more, the leaves transform from being green and helpful to a stunning array of red, orange, and gold. […]
Powering Down: Dusk, Sleep, and the Autumn Equinox
Solar Term 16 | September 22 – October 7 Night comes quickly this time of year. In a blink of an eye, the light turns from dusk to night. One evening I paused to watch the light fade. As my vision dulled from the low light, I felt myself shift. My ears opened to the […]
Summer Stagnation
Solar Term 13 | August 7 – August 21 Hiking the big mountain peaks of the Canadian Rockies requires a level of focus and concentration that is unparalleled in my modern multi-tasking life. Walking across a scree field along the edge of a ridge leaves little room for mistakes. A small unfortunate misstep could require […]