Do you bruise easily or sometimes notice bruises without remembering how they happened? Dr. Wu Dhi explores common reasons for bruising, including aging skin, medications, circulation, nutrition, and activity level, while also sharing the Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective on the Spleen, Liver, Heart, and Blood. The article also looks at the connection between bruising, tired or heavy legs, spider veins, and varicose veins. Most bruises are harmless, but sudden or unexplained changes deserve attention. Sometimes a small bruise can become an important reminder to look at the larger picture of your health.

Last week, I had the privilege of sitting down with eight exceptional doctors—professionals who, despite diverse backgrounds and formal medical training, share one important quality: they think outside the box.