A Multidisciplinary TCM Approach to Restore Balance During Perimenopause In TCM, perimenopause reflects changes in the dynamic relationship between Yin and Yang. Yin represents the body’s cooling, nourishing, and moistening qualities, while Yang embodies warmth, activity, and movement. As...
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season correlates to an element and an organ system; Autumn is associated with the Metal element which corresponds to the Lungs and Large Intestine organs. The lungs are responsible for accepting the new while...
In the Five Element theory, there are five seasons instead of the traditional four. Late summer is the shortest, hottest season that begins around the 3rd week of August and lasts until the Autumn solstice. This time is related...
February 12th, 2021 is the start of the Chinese Year of the Golden Ox. The Ox (Cow) is the second animal in the Chinese Zodiac System and is a respected animal valued for its ability to work hard and...
This year the Winter Solstice falls on December 21st. In the Northern Hemisphere, it marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. It is the start of the winter season and should be a day of restoration....
Boosting your immune system during the fall and winter months is always very important in maintaining your health but it is especially pertinent this year. Natural ways to support your immune system are by getting regular acupuncture, managing your...
