Posts tagged Traditional Chinese Medicine
The Wood Element in Chinese Medicine: The Liver & Gallbladder

In Traditional medicine, certain body systems are associated with an organ name and a meridian. Each system and its energetics are stronger during its season. Eating and working with acupuncture points and herbs that fall in line with that season helps us stay more in balance within our bodies and therefore maintain better health. As we move into the spring season, it is a time to yang activities to reflect the ascending and active nature of spring.

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The Water Element in Chinese Medicine: Kidneys & Bladder

In Traditional medicine, certain body systems are associated with an organ name and a meridian. Each system and its energetics are stronger during its season. Eating and working with acupuncture points and herbs that fall in line with that season helps us stay more in balance within our bodies and therefore maintain better health.

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The Quick & Easy Men's Guide For Fertility

The question of male health in this country is a serious issue, especially in the month of Movember. There is an overall lack of awareness of men’s health conditions, particularly due to the fact that men traditionally do not discuss how they are feeling. Traditionally, fertility challenges focus on the female side of this issue. However in the past few years research revealed about 30-40% of these challenges are due to the male factor. While this indicates male partners should frequently get evaluated by a fertility specialist, there are a few basic questions to also consider.

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