Following a snowboarding accident, Jen had to set aside her welding tools.
But as acupuncture treatment helped to alleviate her back pain, Jen could resume
the metal artwork that she shares with you today.
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Say Hello to ZOA

Photo by Albany_Tim,  Sculpture by Flux Foundation
Lead Designer: Rebecca Anders,  Metal Team Lead: Jen Jackson

“Zoa, Flux Foundation’s large-scale metal sculpture for Burning Man last year, is about to go on a little bay area tour, following a winter upgrade project. I’d love to share her with you – there are 3              family-friendly opportunities to see her in fiery glory.”
                                                                               -Jen Jackson

For ZOA event details CLICK HERE

Spring is in the Air!

Birds are chirping, Bees are buzzing
. . .and People are sneezing!
Some simple changes to your morning routine
will help you welcome Spring (without the sniffles)

1)    Shower Before You Sleep: Leaving your house in the morning with wet hair keeps your head and neck area cold. This can actually cause sneezing, because your body is trying to release the tension and restriction that is brought on by cold temperatures. To stay warm and relaxed in the morning, try to shower before you go to sleep!

2)    A Dash of Cinnamon: Sneezing fits can cause tension and even pain to the neck and lower back area. With its warming effects, cinnamon can help relieve this discomfort – as well as stop a pesky runny nose – so spice things up with some Good Earth tea, or simply add a dash of Cinnamon to your regular morning coffee!

How Classical Chinese Medicine

Can Help You Get the Most Out of Summer

Summer is here! For most of us in the Northern Hemisphere, summer begins on June 21, which kicks off rising temperatures and long summer days. But as we know, too much fun in the sun can take its toll on our skin and overall well-being, leading to signs of aging and other health ailments.

Here are a few natural, healthy tips to help feel and look younger and more vibrant along the way.

Cool It Down — But Not Too Much. Here in the US, ice is plentiful, which means summers filled with ice-cold drinks, ice cream and other frozen treats. A little bit of cooling down is good, but too much can lead to stomach aches and diarrhea. According to Classical Chinese Medicine, it is best to eat ice-cold foods in moderation, and always try to balance something cold with a bit of ginger, which can be easily added to ice cream, ice tea, lemonade, and other summer treats.

Quench Your Thirst. We all know not to get dehydrated on hot days. But what is the best way to quench your thirst without all the sugar? Try adding just a splash of fruit juice to lemonade, ice tea or water. The best way to hydrate is to drink mineral water, which has electrolytes that carry precious fluids directly into your cells instead of simply through your body.

Eat Light. Skip all the heavy carbs and savor a wide variety of light salads to help you cool down and keep off the pounds. Here is one of my favorite fast and easy fruit salad recipes to enjoy with your next meal. From a Chinese Medicine perspective, the white part of the watermelon rind helps hydrate the body and relieves thirst without many calories.

Focusing on the growing interest in complimentary medical care, Dr. Wonson has written a book that is designed to teach you how to be more self-aware of making the best health choices and to ultimately be in charge of your own health.

Have a joyous and fun-filled summer! To learn more about how Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture and herbal medicine, can help reverse the aging process for you, call my office at 415.544.9104 or email us.

“Zoa, Flux Foundation’s large-scale metal sculpture for Burning Man last year, is about to go on a little bay area tour, following a winter upgrade project. I’d love to share her with you – there are 3 family-friendly opportunities to see her in fiery glory.”

-Jen Jackson