by Michael Max | Oct 11, 2016 | Lifestyle, Podcast
We often think of germs, genetic abnormalities, poor lifestyle choices or plain bad luck as being the cause of illness and disease. We go looking for the “smoking gun,” for the one thing that was the source of our troubles, but often the health issues we...
by Michael Max | Jul 8, 2016 | Lifestyle, movement practices, Podcast
Tai Chi is one of the more well known Chinese health practices that has made its way to the West. But there was a time when this gentle movement art was unknown outside of the Chinese world. In the 60’s Cheng Man-Ching “The Professor” came from...
by Michael Max | Apr 27, 2016 | herbal medicine, Lifestyle, Podcast
Contrary to the view of conventional medicine, women’s menstrual cycle can be smooth and regulated with natural methods. In this episode we look at how a woman’s monthly cycle is a vital indicator of her overall health. Additionally, we see how the...
by Michael Max | Mar 17, 2016 | Lifestyle, movement practices, Podcast
In our electronically enhanced speed of silicon world we are easily lured into believing that faster is better, and motion is more productive than stillness. But, think of the cat crouched and ready to pounce, the coiled snake, still with a spring load of potential,...
by Michael Max | Feb 2, 2016 | acupuncture, Lifestyle, Podcast
If you are thinking there has to be a better solution for the ails of childhood than antibiotics, anti-anxiety meds, ear tubes and amphetamines; you’re right! Our guest in this episode has his feet firmly planted in both conventional biomedicine and Chinese...
by Michael Max | Jan 12, 2016 | acupuncture, food, Lifestyle, Podcast
Today’s show is a bit different from the usual dialogue between practitioners. Due to listener demand Michael Max offers up a solo show as a way of commemorating one year of Everyday Acupuncture Podcast. Listen in for his thoughts on how acupuncture works, why...