In Victorian times, bakers used cheap plaster dust instead of flour, arsenic dye gave clothing a beautiful - and deadly - green color, and opium...

A few weeks ago we shared some tips on staying hydrated in the summer, suggesting a few beverage options including electrolyte powders. Premade...

Medical dehydration is a serious situation, and can be caused by fluid loss due to overheating, vigorous exercise, or illnesses like food poisoning...

During summer (and winter) travel, whether for pleasure or work, you may be choosing to visit high-altitude locations. This means your body...

Most of us have been trained to immediately slap an ice pack on a twisted ankle or other acute injury. There’s even a handy acronym to help...

If you’d like to explore aromatherapy, all our single essential oils, therapeutic blends and other fragrant products are 15% off until June...

Sometimes taking antibiotics is necessary, even life-saving. But, as the name suggests - “anti” + “bio (life)” these drugs...

We shared a version of this email last spring, but since allergies are back every year (and for longer!) it was time to share it again! If...

At our clinic, patients trust us to provide top-quality Chinese Medicine prescriptions, from whole herb to patent pill formulas. However, you may...

Bitterness gets a bad name! Bitter is one of the five flavors human tongues can detect, along with sweet, salty, umami or savory, and sour. Being...

We first ran this piece by Kari Napoli back in 2015. I have patients who still refer to it today, and it is relevant to the times are are living...

 As Spring arrives in the Bay Area, with longer days and (maybe) less winter rain, it’s a great time to change up your skin care...