Dr. Alex Heyne

01/18/2024

Fun behind the scenes of a recent KTLA Channel 5 segment on gut health. Be warned: we mostly joked about bowel movements and croissants.

12/14/2021

We recently put together a short article on some research behind how Chinese herbal formulas are used to treat "that viral infection."

Also, UCLA right now is running a trial utilizing one of the standardized formulas in China, which I think will be done in 2022.

Check out some of the preliminary studies here:

Traditional Chinese medicine has been utilized against previous viruses, what about their potential to adjust overall immunity with COVID-19?

06/26/2021

Depression is currently the second-leading cause of disability worldwide.

Regarding acupuncture and Chinese medicine, depression management begins holistically, approaching an individual’s spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical needs. For millennia, Chinese herbal formulas have been utilized for depression symptoms.

More here:

Depression and depression symptoms are common disorders. Here's how acupuncture and herbs may help depression and depression symptoms.

01/15/2021

Hi all - I've started my private practice about two months ago in Los Angeles. I'm accepting patients both in-person (following heavy COVID preventative measures), as well as herbal formula consults online via telemedicine.

If you'd like to get a second opinion on something going on with your health, feel free to reach out for a free 20-minute consult.

- Dr. Alex