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Research Developments: Can Qigong Help Clear "Chemo-Brain"? What new research suggests
I want to share about a study that complements the body of evidence showing benefits of qigong for fatigue, sleep, mood, and quality of life. Many cancer survivors expect to feel like themselves once treatment ends. Yet lingering problems with memory, concentration, and mental clarity are surprisingly common—and can persist long after treatment is over. Months after treatment has ended, cancer survivors still search for words, lose their train of thought, or feel mentally e
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6 days ago2 min read


A Simple Nutrition Note: Can Eating Prunes Help Protect Bone Health?
Here's one small change I've made that was surprisingly easy. I've started eating a handful of prunes most days. Why? Because an increasing body of research suggests that dried plums (prunes) may help support bone health in postmenopausal women. Several clinical studies have found that women who ate about 5–6 prunes daily (roughly 50 grams) were better able to preserve bone density than women who did not. While researchers are still learning exactly how this works, prunes con
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6 days ago2 min read
Research Developments in Biofield Therapy and in Meditation
I’m excited to share several developments in research that feel especially meaningful to me personally and professionally. For many years, practices such as meditation, qigong, and energy healing have often been dismissed or misunderstood in mainstream culture. Having endured my share of eye rolls from less open-minded friends and colleagues over the years, I’m genuinely encouraged to see science beginning to explore these fields with increasing seriousness and curiosity. One
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6 days ago1 min read


A Simple Nutrition Note: Why a Few Brazil Nuts May Help Support Healthy Cholesterol
Many people I speak with are concerned about cholesterol and heart health, so I wanted to share one small nutrition study I found fascinating. Researchers found that eating a small serving of Brazil nuts — just four nuts — significantly improved cholesterol markers in healthy volunteers, with effects lasting up to 30 days after a single serving. While this was a small study and certainly not a substitute for medical care or individualized guidance, it’s an encouraging reminde
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6 days ago1 min read


Year of the Fire Horse 2026: Meaning, Energy, and How to Stay Balanced
The Year of the Fire Horse begins on February 17, 2026 , with the Lunar New Year, and continues through February 20, 2027 . In the Chinese zodiac, the Horse is a majestic symbol of movement and momentum—representing independence, speed and the power to move forward with purpose. There is an innate intelligence in the Horse: a powerful sensitivity—it knows when to surge ahead and when it is safe to rest. The Fire element adds another layer. Fire is associated with passion, i
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Feb 42 min read


Humming Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama)
I recently introduced a group to Bhramari Pranayama , the calming “humming bee” breath from the yogic tradition, which gets its name...
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Aug 5, 20252 min read


LOVE, . . .just because
Love is the essence of your being. It is the sacred ground in which you are rooted. It’s the invisible current of life that flows through...
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Feb 12, 20244 min read


Kindness, A Gateway Drug
Are you familiar with the term “gateway drug”? A drug, of course, is a chemical substance used in the treatment, cure, and prevention of...
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Dec 7, 20224 min read
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