In Chinese Medicine, summer is the season of fire, a time of expansion, activity, joy, and connection. As nature reaches its peak energy, we too are encouraged to align with this vibrant season by living fully, expressing ourselves, and nurturing our heart and spirit. The Fire Element: Heart, Joy, and Connection Summer corresponds to the heart and its paired organ, the small intestine. [...]
Endometriosis is a painful and often debilitating condition that affects millions of women worldwide. Characterized by the abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, it can cause severe menstrual cramps, chronic pelvic pain, infertility, and digestive issues. While Western medicine typically addresses endometriosis through hormonal therapies or surgery, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a holistic, natural approach to managing symptoms and improving quality of [...]
Acupuncture, a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been used for centuries to support overall well-being, including respiratory health. With conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), allergies, and even post-viral lung issues on the rise, many people are turning to acupuncture as a complementary therapy to ease symptoms and improve lung function. But how exactly does acupuncture support respiratory health? Understanding [...]
As the warmer weather draws us outdoors, we can’t help but notice the vast array of colors, textures, fragrances and forms of the summer garden. But much more than just providing beauty and pleasure for our senses, these wonders of nature also have powerful medicinal properties, some of which have been used for healing for thousands of years. The Chinese Materia Medica (compendium of [...]