HERBAL MEDICINETake a taste of the world around you! It’s here to give you a boost, relieve your pain, release your troubles, and support your entire system. Our plush environment of flowers, roots, twigs, and leaves grow to be used as medicine. Let them support you.
There’s an herb for that! Astragalus root for Fatigue One of the best ways to reduce fatigue, and increase energy and clarity is with herbal medicine. In this post, I introduce you to the popular herb, Astragalus root or Huang Qi in Chinese Medicine. Astragalus root is classified as a superior herb within the Chinese herbal medicine […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Herbal Therapy
Eat, Reflect, and refresh your way into the fall season! Fall is a favorite season of mine. Is it one of yours too? The colors, new smells, and above all, a different pace. Summers heat makes the season feel fast, and as a result we feel as though we must move fast too. Fall sets […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Herbal Therapy
cold limbs, Low back pain, urinary frequency & Blood sugar One of my favorite herbs in the Chinese Materia Medica is cinnamon bark. Otherwise known as Rou Gui in Chinese Medicine. This herb is a personal favorite because it has help me overcome a symptom that I struggled with for a long time. When fall […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Herbal Therapy
Mint, It’s been used across the world for centuries to alleviate common signs and symptoms. But, why? What makes it so popular and well liked? In this video, I answer those questions and share: Two benefits of mint Signs and symptoms that are alleviated by those benefits AND I leave you with a bonus on […]
Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine Theory, Herbal Therapy
Let’s talk about poop! This topic has fascinated Chinese medical practitioners for thousands of years. Their theory is simple. Your health is determined by the state of your digestive system. When your digestive system is irritated, the rest of your body will be taxed. This taxation can lead to a short-term or long-term issues that […]
Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine Theory, Herbal Therapy
Today, Thursday, June 21 is the first official day of Summer! This fiery season charges us like a battery. It keeps us warm and encourages activity. Yet, too much warmth and activity can burn our skin, cause dehydration, and even exhaustion. Alas! A balance can be attained and maintained. Use these three tips to stay […]
You ate too much and you feel like crud, now what? Are you concerned about your blood pressure and heart health? Lucky for us, there’s an herb that addresses both concerns. Two for one! It’s hard to beat that bargain. This herb will ease digestive distress and aid in heart health. The magnificent herb in reference […]
Essential oils are HOT HOT HOT right now. They are everywhere and everyone is using them. Before you continue using them or start using them, you’ll want to know these five truths. These truths are the foundation for essential oil use. They will provide you with what you need to know to be comfortable and […]
Acupuncture, Herbal Therapy, Women's Health
In this post, I share a personal story. One that involves a ruptured ovarian cyst, and my recovery using Chinese Medicine. I’m sharing this story because women and men need to know that Chinese Medicine offers solutions for women’s health issues. These issues include period pain, cramps, bloating, irritability, breast tenderness, menorrhagia, amenorrhea, infertility, and […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Herbal Therapy
There’s an Herb for That: Chrysanthemum In this post, I identify signs and symptoms that can be alleviated by the flower, Chrysanthemum. This herb is otherwise known as Ju Hua in Chinese Medicine. Before we get started, “There’s an Herb for That” is an ongoing series that identifies common signs and symptoms that can be […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Herbal Therapy
Pain can be a debilitating nuisance. It can prevent us from doing important things and even enjoying life. Alas, we have many natural solutions to decrease and eliminate your pain! In Chinese Medicine there’s a common saying, “where there is pain, there is stagnation.” To elaborate, where there is stagnation, there needs to be movement. […]
FALL ASLEEP AND STAY ASLEEP A good night’s rest is necessary! It affects our entire body and can determine how we move through our next day. When we sleep well, we feel energized, replenished and healthy. When we don’t sleep well, we feel sluggish, tired and out-of-sorts. If you’re having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, […]
Tea is the elixir of life – Lao Tzu It’s no secret that herbal medicine or plant medicine is effective. Yet many people are hesitant to dabble in the healing modality. I’m sure your hesitancy comes with good reason. So let me offer a bit of clarity and encouragement! They’re Safe Herbal medicine has been […]
Dietary Therapy, Herbal Therapy
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Dietary Therapy, Health Coaching, Herbal Therapy
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