Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic

As the New Year approaches, many of us start crafting ambitious resolutions—better health, improved self-care, and perhaps even looking...

The holiday season is a whirlwind of joy, stress, and everything in between. Between shopping, traveling, gatherings, and managing...

As women navigate the transitions of peri-menopause and menopause, they often face a myriad of challenges—weight gain, sleep...

Acupuncture has gained recognition worldwide for its effectiveness in treating a variety of health issues, from chronic pain and stress...

In times of stress and a hectic schedule [i.e. fall in Northern Virginia], it’s easy to push wellness aside. However, regular acupuncture...

In addition to protecting against colds, sinus infections, and COVID (which you can read about HERE), acupuncture can be highly effective...

In a cold, damp fall, especially in regions like Northern Virginia, acupuncture can offer several benefits, particularly when received...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the transition from late summer to fall is seen as a critical time for boosting the immune system...

Taking the Steps to Actually Move Into a New Season In the Washington, D.C. area, the transition to fall brings specific stressors that...

Acupuncture in August can be particularly beneficial for prepping the body for fall due to several reasons tied to Traditional Chinese...

Summer's officially here; so all should be right in the world...right? Well, if you're okay with the following, then sure!: Heat Humidity...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the approach to eating in the summer focuses on balancing the body's energy and countering the...

In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness month, I thought it would be important to go over why support of our mental health is...

Ever wonder why your insurance plan says you have coverage for a certain benefit, but when you go to use that benefit - coverage is...

Did you know that fluctuating temperatures can contribute to a longer allergy season? Well, that's certainly the case for the DMV area...

Perimenopause, the transitional period leading up to menopause, typically occurs in women in their 40s or early 50s, though the age range...

Happy Spring! And to those who celebrate...Nowruz Mubarak! Today is the Spring Equinox. What does that mean for us? While the spring...

Friday, March 8th, 2024 is International Women's Day. Why is this important? Well, women do make up roughly 50% of the world population....

Welcome to our exploration of what the Year of the Wood Dragon has in store for us. In Chinese astrology, each year is associated with...

By Dr. Sarah Alemi, DAc While most of us are still recovering from the winter holidays, right now is actually the perfect time to start...