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The moment anything touches the tongue, the first experience is “taste.” Every substance­--whether it’s a food, medicine, or herb­--is composed of a unique combination of the Five Elements (earth, water, fire, air, and space), and this blend is what determines the resulting flavor. Both Traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic Medicine distinguish six flavors: (1) sweet, (2) […]

As most everyone knows, staying healthy requires paying attention to things like good nutrition and balanced activity level. In addition to these, we have to be mindful of the strength of our natural life force, or “Qi" (Chi). This may sound mysterious to some, but in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi is considered one of the […]

Most everyone loves a little sweetness in their diet. In Chinese Medicine, the sweet flavor has many beneficial properties: it strengthens and harmonizes, lubricates tissues, tends to be warming, and directs energy higher and outward in the body. But it's also true that too much sweet injures digestion. The same is true of all flavors: […]

We need look no further than our fridge for some of the best age-defying, all-natural treatments out there. And all we have to do is add them to our diet.  Amanda Lewis, licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, will share these secrets to the fountain of youth according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. 

Free Class and Discussion Series Green Earth Market, 4 Market St, Oneonta   I. The Benefits of Chinese Medicine: Healing the Whole Person  Tues, May 5, 2015 - 6:00-7:30pm Using Medicine From East and West Yin and Yang: Balance is the Key Natural Cycles of the Body What’s a Treatment Like? https://www.mixcloud.com/HealthyLivingAcupuncture/introduction-to-traditional-chinese-medicine-by-amanda-lewis-healthy-living-acupuncture/ II. How Acupuncture […]

In this fun and informative class, local acupuncturist and herbalist Amanda Lewis, will discuss some of the classic medicinal uses for 25 of the bulk herbs available at GreenStar…offering delightful samples along the way! She will also give instruction on basic herbal combinations and preparations. Some of the herbs include: ashwaghanda, astragalus, holy basil, licorice, […]

In this fun and informative class, local acupuncturist and herbalist Amanda Lewis will talk about treating colds and flus using teas that you can make from bulk herbs, as well as prepared herbal formulas. She'll cover some popular herbs, such as echinacea, goldenseal, and astragalus, but she will also discuss less common herbs like yarrow, […]

Find out how you can significantly reduce your cancer risk with things like vitamin D, green tea, exercise and eating right. As many as 375,000 cases of cancer could be prevented each year in this nation through healthy lifestyle and dietary choices. Amanda Lewis, L.Ac. will discuss specific things you can do, and offer some […]

Traditional Chinese Medicine takes a holistic approach to improving sexual function and performance. By boosting your “essence of life,” you can rebalance your internal forces and restore libido in ways that acknowledge the interconnections of all the aspects of your health. Licensed acupuncturist and herbalist Amanda Lewis will discuss these natural treatment options and offer […]

Everyone can enjoy glowing skin, shiny hair, and strong nails! Fortunately, there are many herbs, foods, and supplements that can be used specifically to encourage healthy hair, a clear and luminous complexion, and resilient nails. In this class, local acupuncturist and herbalist Amanda Lewis will present a variety of these remedies and offer samples as […]

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each of our senses is connected to one of the major organs. In particular, the eyes and ears are connected to the liver and kidneys. Foods, herbs, and acupuncture can be used to directly strengthen these organs. In this class, licensed acupuncturist and herbalist Amanda Lewis will discuss both chronic and […]

Spring brings joy to the heart after months of winter cold. It also brings blossoming trees, flowers, and grasses, which for some people can mean weeks of sneezing, itching, and wheezing. Fortunately there are many herbs, foods, and supplements that can offer great relief!   In this class, licensed acupuncturist and herbalist Amanda Lewis will […]