Do you know whether your blood pressure is within a healthy range? High blood pressure often develops quietly, without obvious symptoms, which is why many people are unaware there is an issue until it begins affecting their health more seriously. Blood pressure measures the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries [...]
Golden turmeric milk has become incredibly popular in recent years — and for good reason. This comforting blend of turmeric, warming spices, and milk is nourishing, grounding, and deeply soothing during the cooler months. In Chinese medicine, many of the spices traditionally used in golden milk help warm the digestive system, improve circulation, and [...]
As the weather cools, many people begin to notice increased stiffness, aching joints, reduced mobility, or pain that seems worse first thing in the morning. Winter can be particularly challenging for people living with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, arthritis affects millions of Australians and becomes increasingly common [...]
There’s something deeply comforting about a warm bowl of soup on a cold day — especially one that nourishes from the inside out. This smooth, creamy pumpkin and chestnut soup is rich, grounding, and warming, making it a beautiful meal for the cooler months. In Chinese medicine, winter is a time to slow down, [...]
Warm breakfasts are one of the simplest ways to support the body as the weather cools. During autumn and winter, many people begin to notice lower energy, tighter muscles, dry skin, or a tendency to catch every cold that goes around. In Chinese medicine, autumn is an important time to strengthen and nourish the [...]
Pain down under may be experienced as itching or burning, pain with intimacy or you may even feel uncomfortable just walking around. This may be one of the issues you encounter as you enter menopause as the heat of hot flushes and night sweats can be a contributing factor, however, you don’t have to [...]
This nourishing and energising fish soup has been adapted from a wonderful cook book called Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen. It is especially good for anyone who wants to increase vitality including people who want to replenish their reproductive system, including women going through menopause, those recovering from an illness, as well as the elderly. This [...]
Jan 28, 2017 ushers in the year of the Fire Rooster. What does that mean for you and your health this year? Yin and Yang and the 5 Phases play key roles in Chinese Medicine. Yin is often described as the shadow side of the mountain and is a cooling, calming, moistening energy and Yang [...]
With summer coming and hot weather predicted many women I know are not looking forward to a season of hot flushes and night sweats. More and more studies, however, are showing that acupuncture reduces hot flushes and night sweats during menopause In today’s society, one that worships youth, turning 50 is often seen as [...]
Spring is upon us with the equinox due around September 21st. For many this marks the beginning of hay fever season and an unpleasant time ahead. As well as the arrival of spring, increasing pollution and chemicals in our environment is leading to a rise in the number of people who suffer various forms [...]
