120 East 56th Street, Suite 530
NYC,  NY  10022
347-742-3171

"Zhong"


The Chinese symbol “Zhong” represents the center, invoking the idea that balance comes from within, regulated by our ability to maintain moderation through diet, exercise and lifestyle choices. Laura’s Life Balance approach helps patients to become rooted in their healing process.  In doing so, most people ultimately strengthen their center, becoming grounded with a sense of health and well being.

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Spring Detoxification - Stage 1 Preparation

Spring is upon us so let it be said, “It is time to clean house!”  As March opens, I like to begin changing my cooking techniques from slow-cooked stews and roasted veggies to quicker, lighter cooking methods like stir-fry and sautés.  One of my favorite weekend brunch recipes is this healthy take on a traditional tofu scramble.  It uses plenty of kale to detoxify the liver, shitakes to boost the immune system, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, and turmeric to add warmth because it is not quite spring, yet!  This is such a quick, easy meal; you will find it makes it into Read more »

Cleansing In The Winter - You Bet!

Every January I mark my calendar one week after the New Year celebration because, well, it is time.   For what you ask?  Kale, of course! I am a kale junkie.  And when it’s time to say good-bye to the old year and hello to the new, I always like to ring it in with some kale on my plate.  This super green is  my hearty companion all winter long and can accompany most any winter meal. Read more »

FOOD AS MEDICINE 101

Congee – A Traditional Healing Soup

 

When the flu has you down, fight back with traditional medicinals…SOUP!  Mom knows best when it comes to getting sick.  This version of a traditional Chinese congee will warm the interior and give you the strength to fight off whatever ails you.  Read more »

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Laura Kauffmann, L.Ac.

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120 East 56th Street, Suite 530
NYC,  NY  10022


347-742-3171

Office hours:
By appointment only

Tuesdays: 1:15 - 8:00pm
Thursdays: 1:15 – 8:00pm

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Private Yoga and Acupuncture sessions in Brooklyn only:   9:00am-1:00pm