The concept of Yin and Yang is the single most important theory behind Chinese Medicine. This theory dates back to around 700BC, where it was referenced in the I Ching, ‘Book of Changes’, by Yi Jing. This theory is what has separated western theologians like...
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We often talk about cleansing the liver but in fact all of our organs would need a good cleanse, especially our digestive tract which takes in not only food but also environmental toxins, chemicals and medicines. The intestine is responsible for extracting water, salt, vitamins...
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Brain-Gut Connection with IBS The 5 element theory is the basis of Chinese medical theory. The elements include water, fire, wood metal and earth and correspond to particular organs. The Kidneys, associated with water, include also the brain. In the 5 element theory the stomach and...
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In this final week of fertility month I want to look at two of the B vitamins that are essential to fertility. This further reiterates how essential vitamins, minerals and trace elements are. The nutrients I have chosen remain at the top of my fertility...
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When we signal our stress hormones, our fight or flight hormones, we are on the alert and ready for action. This initial response can make you very productive, quick to respond, and able to produce a lot of energy when needed. This response is natural...
Read MorePeople are disturbed not by things, but by the view they take of them. -Epictetus...
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....the more you become a connoisseur of gratitude, the less you are a victim of resentment, depression, and despair. Gratitude will act as an elixir that will gradually dissolve the hard shell of your ego-your need to possess and control-and transform you into a generous being. The sense of gratitude produces true spiritual alchemy, makes...
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After personally suffering for many years with digestive problems I decided to embark on a long journey of discovery to understand just how significantly we are affected by what we put in to our bodies. This is no new information to any one of us....
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The leaves are blowing in the wind. The sun is setting earlier, and the air has a certain crispness to it. The yang, or hot energy of summer has started to wane, and autumn is in the air!This is an important transitional time from summer,...
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As we move farther and farther from the sun, there are fewer signs of life and a stillness in the air. For many, this is a difficult season, filled with long dark hours and barely lit days. Nevertheless, it's a very important season.Most Chinese medicine...
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