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E Douglas Kihn, DOM, LAc (ret.)

Dr. E Douglas Kihn is a retired doctor of Oriental medicine and the author of Chinese Medicine for the Modern World: Ancient Wisdom to Stop Worrying, Hurrying, and Overeating (2019). He received a Master of Arts from Emperor's College of Oriental Medicine and a DOM from Samra University; and has taught at Emperor's College, Samra and Royal University. Learn more at www.gobodytrust.com.

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Endometriosis Unmasked
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Type 2 Diabetes Simplified
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Chinese Medicine & the Wellness Revolution
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The Deficiency Myth
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Putting the Big Hurt on Uterine and Ovarian Cysts
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Eliminating Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease with Hunger Awareness Training
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Obesity is a Shen Problem
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The Healing Role of Human Instinct
July 2012 (Vol. 13, Issue 07)
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Acupuncture, a key pillar of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has been practiced for thousands of years to promote healing and restore balance within the body. However, with rapid technological advancements reshaping health care, acupuncture is entering a new era. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics is revolutionizing diagnostics, treatment precision, education, and research – enhancing patient outcomes like never before.

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