Author: Eric Schmidt, LAc

Eric Schmidt, L.Ac, Dipl. O.M. is the founder of Meridian Health Clinic. He has both California (L.Ac.) and National (Dipl. O.M.) Acupuncture Board Certifications.

  • How to Eat Like the Buddha

    Many ancient traditions, such as Buddhism and Chinese Medicine, recommend the boring advice of eating until you are about 80% or 2/3rds full.  The basic idea is that you should…

  • The Whole Egg

    For too long, those seeking a reduced-cholesterol diet have been pitching the egg yolk, but are we tossing aside one of nature’s most nutritious foods? Listed below are a few…

  • Eat Fruit!

    There are big benefits to eating fruit.  As we’ve all heard… an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what are the real benefits? Here’s a short list… and…

  • Eat Fresh This Spring and Summer

    Spring and summer welcome a host of great fruits and veggies we don’t normally see during the winter months. Hit up a farmers market, veggie co-op or start growing them…

  • In a Bad Mood? Try These 5 Foods

    There are some days that we feel angry, anxious, or just plain unhappy. Try one of these five foods to lift your spirits: Leafy Greens. For those down in the…

  • Natural Sugar Blockers

    Did you know you can slow the absorption of sugar just by using the natural power of food? Believe it or not, this doesn’t involve any extreme or gimmicky diets,…

  • 6 Natural Ways to Balance Blood Sugar

    If current nutrition and exercise trends persist, up to 75% of men and 52% of women will have Type II diabetes or prediabetes by 2020, according to researchers at Northwestern…

  • Fall Asleep Faster!

    Have you had difficulty falling asleep any night this week? If so, you’re not alone. Here are three strategies you can use to get to sleep faster each night: Prime…

  • Healthy Hair Starters

    While strands of hair are actually just life-less protein fibers, the hair follicles under your skin are very much alive. Hair follicles need a supply of nutrients like other parts…

  • Herbs and Spices With Real Health Benefits

    Not only do herbs and spices give a blast of flavor to bland foods, they can also provide many health benefits as well. Try adding one (or more) to your…

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