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Pao Zhi: The Art of Preparing Chinese Herbs

The different methods of preparing traditional Chinese medicine herbs
Christina Kung, DAOM, LAc
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Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine Organ Based Philosophy

TCM view of organs on overall health differs from western medicine
Kristin Blake, MOM, LAc
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An Overview of Acupuncture

A TCM therapy to balance qi (chi)
Joseph Alban, MS LAc
Nail health in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)

Nail health in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)

Nail health in Traditional Chinese Medicine depends on the harmony of the entire body, especially the liver
Kristin Blake, MOM, LAc +1
Food and herbs for naturopathic skin therapy

Overview of Philosophy and Approach of Naturopathic Skin Therapies

Naturopathic medicine involves a natural approach to medical treatment
Jason Derico, ND
Bottles of homeopathic medicine

What Is the Difference Between Homeopathy and Naturopathy?

Naturopathy is NOT the same thing as Homeopathy
Ashley Dumont, ND +1
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Acupressure: Benefits for Your Mind and Skin

Expand your knowledge of the art of self-massage with acupressure
Christina Kung, DAOM, LAc
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Traditional Chinese Medicine Primer

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic medical system that dates back over 3,000 years.
LearnSkin Content Team
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Western Medicine Primer

Modern allopathic dermatology plants itself in evidence-based medicine.
LearnSkin Content Team
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Naturopathic Medicine Primer

Naturopathic medicine focuses on the innate healing capabilities of the body.
Julie Greenberg, ND
Skin Scraping - What It Is & How Does It Work

Skin Scraping - What It Is & How Does It Work

Skin scrapings are used to diagnose fungal and parasitic infections
Alexandra Vaughn, MD
people bathing in hot springs

What is Balneotherapy?

​How does balneotherapy help the skin  
Jason Derico, ND
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What Is a Shave Biopsy?

Shave biopsies are used to sample the skin
Vivian Shi, MD
Cupping devices arranged upside down

What Is Cupping?

Cupping is an an ancient therapy
Joseph Alban, MS LAc
Ayurvedic approach to the skin and skin schematic

Overview and Background of Ayurvedic Medicine

Ayurveda is derived from Sanskrit and is the combination of Ayu (life in Sanskrit) and Veda (knowledge in Sanskrit).
Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP