Chinese medicine views the menstrual cycle as an ebb and flow of Yin and Yang energy. The cycle is divided in four distinct phases and…
Category: Chinese medicine
According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health depends on the state of the body’s vital energy, or Qi. A smooth and balanced flow is associated to a healthy state of the individual, while a disrupted, obstructed or deficient flow manifests in illness.
Winter solstice marks the transition from Autumn into Winter. In any tradition, the Winter solstice is an ideal opportunity to contemplate the change of season,…
To build a strong immune system, we need a healthy diet and a supportive lifestyle but good digestion also depends on a balanced nervous system.…
Four Tips for Boosting Lung Health: 1. Breathe: deeply and consciously. Continue to check in with your breath throughout the day. Check out my post…
We’ve all heard that the best thing to do after an injury is to apply ice. RICE (Rest Ice Compress Elevate) after an injury, is…
Hopefully colds and flus are almost behind us, days are longer, brighter and warmer already, so why are some of us feeling off in the…
The “New Year New You” slogan has been used time and time again but after a year of skyrocketting stress levels for most of us…
When most people say “menopause,” they mean more than just the end of female reproductive functions and more, even, than just the accompanying hormonal changes.…
The flu and cold season is now upon us and alongside acupuncture, Chinese herbal remedies, food therapy and essential oils can be a great help…
The days are getting cooler which means more soups on the menu! Bone broth is a simple way to boost immunity and add nutrients to…