Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

The Silent Chemistry Between Egg & Sperm

When we think about human attraction, we often picture it as being driven by looks, personality, or shared interests. However, recent research suggests that something far more subtle, biological and equally mystifying might be at play: chemical signals from our eggs.

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Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

To Heal the Eyes, Look to the Liver


Did you know that when you blink or move your eyes, the Liver sends a message to increase blood flow to you eyes? Let’s take a closer look (see what I did there?) at this special relationship between the Liver and the eyes.

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Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

Men’s Health: Common Treatable Conditions

Men’s health is an often overlooked subject. As we age, specific health conditions become more common place. Many of these conditions are lifestyle-related and the good news is they’re quite treatable.

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Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

Birthdays in Chinese Culture

When you are born, you reach the highest level of energy. Have you ever thought about why you were born on a given date or the significance of your birth location?

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Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

Nurturing Balance in Autumn: Seasonal transitions in TCM

Do you feel it? The slight nip in the air, the cooler drier weather, the shorter days? The transition from summer to fall is not easy for some as they struggle with letting go of the longer days and warmer weather.

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Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

Why do we resist positive change?

“We remain the same until the discomfort & pain of remaining the same becomes greater than the discomfort & pain required for change.”

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Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac. Joseph Coccagna, Dr. Ac.

The Health Benefits of Seaweed Through a TCM Lens

Seaweed, otherwise known as Hai Zao in Chinese medicine, is known as a marine algae, or sea vegetable that grows primarily in salty waters. In TCM it is known for its ability to clear heat and resolve dampness, regulate water circulation, eliminate toxins, and resolve phlegm.

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