Kaitlan Downes, MSAOM, L.AC

Best Chinese Herbs for Alopecia Areata

Hair loss is frustrating, no matter the cause. But when you’ve been diagnosed with alopecia areata, you may feel like there’s nothing that can help. But with Chinese herbs for alopecia areata, you may be able to slow the rate of hair loss, all while boosting your overall health. Read on to find out how…
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The Best Chinese Herbs for Arthritis

You probably know that arthritis is extremely common (especially if you’re struggling with joint pain yourself). But did you know that arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States? With so many people struggling with pain and immobility, there’s a significant need for natural ways to heal this condition. Thankfully, Chinese herbs…
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Prevention is the Best Medicine

You’ve likely heard that prevention is the best medicine – and it’s true! Staying healthy is a lot easier than healing from illness, but we must put the time and energy into maintaining our good health. Sometimes it helps to think about your body as you would your car. A car needs check-ups, diagnostics, refueling,…
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Pet Care & Chinese Herbal Medicine

If you love your furry friends as much as we do, you want them to live a happy, healthy, pain-free life. Our pets are more than just family members – they also play a huge part in helping us find joy, practice unconditional love, and even improve our own physical and mental wellbeing. One of…
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Best Chinese Herbs for Yeast Infections

Are you one of the 9 million people who struggle with irritating yeast infections? Thankfully, there are more options for treating yeast infections than waiting it out or using messy antifungal creams. With Chinese herbs for yeast infections, you can clear the overgrowth, stop your symptoms, and boost your immune system to prevent another yeast…
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Boost Your Energy with Chinese Herbal Medicine

How many times a day do you look forward to your next cup of coffee, an energy drink, a nap, or even just to make it home so you can land in your bed? We are an energy-depleted society with busy schedules, poor sleep habits, and little time for proper rest. Furthermore, certain medications, environmental…
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Managing Holiday Stress Naturally

Is the holiday season leaving you feeling carefree and festive…or frazzled and frosty? For many of us, the holidays marks a time to celebrate, reconnect, and soak in the warmth of loved ones. But let’s be real – behind the sparkle and cheer, there’s often a hefty dose of stress tagging along. Between gift shopping,…
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Healthy Holiday Gift Guide – from Best Chinese Medicines

December is here, and if you’re like most people, you probably have one thing on your mind: holiday shopping. We’re here to make your holiday shopping stress-free and more meaningful this year with our Healthy Holiday Gift Guide! In a world filled with material possessions, why not give something more profound, more memorable, and more…
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Un-Stuffed: How Chinese Medicine Can Help You Beat the Holiday Bloat

The holidays are nearly here, and that means one thing: indulgence! And after the challenging and stressful year we’ve had, don’t we deserve to have a little more fun, celebrate a little harder, and enjoy a few extra treats? But indulgence often comes at a cost – in this case stubborn bloating and weight gain,…
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About the Author

Kaitlan Downes, MSAOM, L.AC

Kate Downes is a Chinese medicine practitioner with a passion for herbal medicine. In fact, it was her love for plant and earth medicine that first drew her to study Chinese medicine.

Kate has a MSAOM (Master of Science, Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine) certification and practiced acupuncture in Indianapolis, IN for five years before packing her bags to roam the world. In order to stay in touch with the wellness community and continue to help others thrive with herbal medicine, she transformed her work from face-to-face patient care to spreading wellness through words. Her life as a remote herbalist and writer has allowed her to work with a variety of wellness brands, health pioneers, and her wonderful clients. She has a special interest in working with women’s health.

Kate thoroughly enjoys writing educational and useful pieces for Best Chinese Medicine. Her goal is to help the public gain a better understanding of the wonders of Chinese herbal medicine so they can be empowered in their own quest for natural, vibrant health.

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