If you’ve been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)—or suspect you may have it—you’ve likely heard a standard explanation: PCOS is a hormone disorder linked to menstrual irregularities, weight gain, excess hair growth, and insulin resistance. But here’s what many don’t realize: PCOS exists on a spectrum, and it doesn’t always look the way you’ve […]
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Did you know that when a woman is pregnant, her immune system undergoes fluctuations in response to changing fetal demands, usually making her more susceptible to getting sick? Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of working with countless pregnant women, many of whom sought relief from the common cold. Today we want to share
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How to Recharge Your Battery this Winter If you feel tired and drained, you are not alone. “Lack of energy” is one of the top five complaints that doctors hear in their offices, regardless of the season. While there are multiple reasons that can account for low energy–including blocked energy so it’s not available or
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Sharon on Chinese medicine, TV specials & more… Five Seasons founder, Sharon Yeung, LAc, was recently featured on New York-based lifestyle blog, Cup of Jo. We’ve been longtime admirers of Joanna Goddard’s blog and the supportive women-centered online community she’s built. We are thrilled that Sharon is included in her Beauty Uniform series, a testament
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Big news: acupuncture appointments are officially available on Saturdays with our newest practitioner! We are thrilled to introduce the addition of acupuncturist and herbalist, Erin Kennedy, LAc to the Five Seasons family. We’re equally excited to announce that our business hours have extended to Saturdays as of June 2022! You can book Fridays from 8:30
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In Traditional Chinese medicine, we embrace the idea that food promotes health and healing. Breakfast is one of the most significant meals of the day. We have adopted many Eastern traditions into our lives, from yoga classes and feng shui to consulting our acupuncturist for pain and more. The Eastern tradition of using natural foods
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Treating Autoimmune Disease with Acupuncture Over 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune disease – you may know a friend or loved one who is impacted by this, or perhaps you are affected yourself. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissue. Autoimmune disorders include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, thyroid disease, Addison’s disease,
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Suffering from sciatica during pregnancy? We can help. As doulas and fellow mothers, we know firsthand some of the aches and pains that can come along with pregnancy. From morning sickness and fatigue, to heartburn and hemorrhoids, we’ve seen it all. One of the most common complaints we’ve seen during pregnancy tends to be back
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Spring is around the corner, and while it may seem too soon, now is the perfect time to get ahead of springtime allergies. While Spring certainly brings with it warmer weather and a sense of rebirth, for many, it also brings on those dreaded seasonal allergies. For some, seasonal allergies are mildly uncomfortable, while for
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In Chinese medicine, observing the patterns, fluctuations and shifts in your monthly cycle has long been regarded as a reliable indicator of overall health. The color and consistency of your flow, cycle length and regularity, discomforts associated with your bleed and even premenstrual symptoms provide insight into the complex and ever changing nature of your
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