Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food, Nutrition

Traditional Chinese Medicine Recipes for Health–Part I: ‘Minor Heat’

According to traditional Chinese medicine, humans are one with nature, and exist in a “unity of form and spirit.” Changes in the human body and even the occurrence of disease ...

by Melody Shen • June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

Acupuncture, Pain

Acupuncture for Pain Relief: What Your Body’s Trying to Tell You

You’re Probably Reading This Because Something Hurts. Back pain. Neck pain. Headaches. Knee pain. Joint pain. The “I can’t turn my head, and now I drive like a robot” kind ...

by Cara Frank • July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

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Enjoy the Sunshine! But Safely

Cara O. Frank, L.OM. While I appreciate the sun’s warmth, it’s vital to grasp the benefits of safe sun exposure. Sunlight, a natural source of Vitamin D, is crucial for our health. ...

by Cara Frank • May 31, 2024May 31, 2024

Acupuncture

We Love Ear Seeds and So Will You!

Are you looking for a natural and holistic way to enhance your well-being and promote relaxation? Try ear seeds!  Ear acupuncture, or auriculotherapy, has been used to treat people with ...

by Cara Frank • April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

Chinese Medicine

Fire in the Snow: It’s time for Winter San-Fu Moxa

Just as we string up our lights to ward off winter’s darkness, San Jiu Tian can provide a warm balm for our winter moods, achy backs, and low energy.  ...

by Cara Frank • December 11, 2023May 7, 2024

Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Pediatrics, Practice Updates

San Fu Moxa: 4 Amazing Reasons Why You Should Try It

As the annual San Fu Moxa days at Six Fishes approach, you may wonder why we place such importance on this traditional Chinese therapy and why you should consider experiencing ...

by Cara Frank • July 14, 2023April 7, 2025

Food

2023’s Dirty Dozen Hit List

The “Clean 15” list can serve as a helpful guide for consumers looking to make informed choices about their produce purchases and reduce their pesticide exposure. ...

by Cara Frank • March 18, 2023March 18, 2023

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Have a Healthier Winter With San Fu Moxa Now!

Preventing illness is a cornerstone of Chinese Medicine. Here, we’re preventing Winter disease by treating you in the summertime. ...

by Cara Frank • July 19, 2020April 7, 2025

Practice Updates

Six Fishes Daily Disinfecting Checklist

In anticipation of re-opening the office we updated all our office disinfection procedures. I created a check list so we know the space is as sanitized as possible. Each day ...

by Cara Frank • April 27, 2020May 19, 2020

Acupuncture

3 Simple Tips for Living Pain-Free

Whether you threw your back out over the weekend or had been nursing a chronic injury for decades, these simple suggestions can help you get out of pain and back ...

by Cara Frank • March 26, 2018October 30, 2019