3 Dragons Acupuncture & Herbs

11/05/2025

Some advice on navigating the Winter, from Master Liu He.

Master Liu He suggests that in winter do not waste or bother your Yang Qi. Winter is considered a time for storage, just as nature and animals take this time to hibernate. She stated, if you do not preserve your Yang Qi, all the Spring diseases will occur such as: cold hands & feet, Yang Qi will not...

11/05/2025

These diets prioritize a variety of unprocessed or minimally processed foods, including plenty of vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes, Dr. Hu said. Beyond that, he added, there’s a lot of flexibility in how to eat for healthy aging. “One size does not fit all,” he added. Dr. Hu, for example, has long followed what he calls a traditional Asian diet, regularly consuming tofu, seaweed and green tea. But because he recognizes the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, he also uses extra virgin olive oil. And he enjoys his coffee, too.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but certain dietary patterns are more associated with longer lives than others.

10/18/2025

"We are but animals in soft, responsive bodies, and when our habitat is threatened it shows. Tight shoulders, sleepless nights, clenched jaws, shallow breaths, and sudden fight-or-flight spirals are all natural responses. Before we can reimagine the world, we must learn to inhabit ourselves with patience and compassion."

Practices, gestures, and seeds for living well in the age of endings.

03/12/2025

I treat patients at the Acupuncture Center of Portland which takes most major insurance (if you don’t have insurance, there are cash options). Come get better!

Paul Messersmith-Glavin, LAc graduated from the Swedish Institute: College of Health Sciences in NYC with a diploma in Massage Therapy in 1996. After practicing professionally as a massage therapist for eight years, he attended the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM), receiving an M.A. in Chi...

12/15/2024

Diarrhea, constipation, pain, bloating: We asked experts why the virus causes these issues and what to do about them.

09/18/2024

Everyday remedy for a widespread health problem.

Chronic inflammation can be a silent killer, but your diet can play a role in tamping it down.

07/01/2024

I have openings on Mondays and Thursdays each week. And we take most insurance. Take care of yourself!

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05/30/2024

I encourage my patients to utilize heat, usually a heating pad or hot bath, for aches & pains. Here's some of the science behind that advice.

A hot tub or a sauna after a hard workout can feel amazing. But is it as healthy as it feels?

05/01/2024

I'm proud & excited to announce that I've been invited to join the Acupuncture Center of Portland. I start seeing patients there tomorrow! You can come see me Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. The Acupuncture Center of Portland was established by Dr. Eric Stephens, who also cofounded OCOM. And my mentor, Dr. William Duarte, treats patients there once a month. So this feels like coming home. You can follow this link to make an appointment! Yay!

Scheduling made easy. Contactless scheduling for your convenience. The wellness team at Acupuncture Center of Portland have been helping hands in the community for over 50 years. Are you ready to feel your best?

04/02/2024

Clinical trials have demonstrated that regular TaiJi Quan practice helps reduce arthritic pain as well.

"Ultimately, finding ways to live a pain-free, active and healthy lifestyle is the best way to reduce your risk of developing arthritis later in life. Many of the actions that reduce the risk for other chronic conditions such as diabetes or heart disease 'are really powerful tools' for lowering age-related joint disease risk too."

Joint pain, stiffness and swelling aren’t always inevitable results of aging, experts say. Here’s what you can do to reduce your risk.

02/19/2024

Join Master Liu He for a FREE class on Lantern Festival day, February 24 at 8:15am Pacific Time. Let's gather in the Qi community to celebrate the Spring Light and hold the World in LOVE ❤️

Join Master Liu He on the Lantern Festival Day for First Dragon Lunar Meditation. This will be a 60 minute CLASS starting at 8:15am Pacific Time via Qi Zoom (in […]

02/16/2024

A very in-depth examination of what we’re in store for this year of the Yang Wood Dragon.

Find your Life Purpose in the Play of Character, Freedom, and Fate.