Introducing BEAUTY RELAX Tea by Dr. Zen

May 5, 2026June 5, 2025 by HWZ Info

A Beautiful Sip for Inner Calm and Radiance We’re thrilled to share a special creation from our founder, Dr. Zen— Beauty Relax Tea, a gentle and nourishing herbal tea blend crafted to support your beauty from the inside out while calming your body and mind. This tea isn’t just a drink—it’s a ritual. Whether you’re winding down after a long day or simply carving out a moment of peace, every sip is designed to restore balance, soothe your spirit, and nourish …

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INSOMNIA: WHY IT HAPPENS AND HOW ACUPUNCTURE & TCM CAN HELP

January 20, 2026February 21, 2025 by HWZ Info

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Brain fog or difficulty concentrating?

July 8, 2025August 7, 2023 by Healing with Zen

Understanding Brain Fog, Memory Problems, and Difficulty Concentrating In the fast-paced world we live in today, it’s common to experience moments of mental fogginess, memory lapses, and difficulty concentrating. Moreover, these challenges can be frustrating and can impact our daily lives, affecting work productivity, relationships, and overall well-being. Lastly, while several factors can contribute to these cognitive issues, one often overlooked aspect is hormonal imbalances. If you are struggling with brain fog, memory problems or difficulty concentrating, schedule an acupuncture appointment today, …

Acupuncture & TCM for Stroke Symptoms

July 9, 2025November 29, 2021 by Healing With Zen

Acupuncture & TCM for Stroke Symptoms Clinical trials show that acupuncture has a positive effect on stroke symptoms. Not only for post-stroke rehabilitation, but also as a preventive strategy. This could create cerebral ischemic tolerance, especially when it’s combined with electrotherapy as electroacupuncture. TCM & Acupuncture for Post Stroke Symptoms Stroke symptoms include: Weakness Paralysis Problems with balance or coordination Pain Numbness, burning and/or tingling sensations. Fatigue Acupuncture can help with weakness, rigidity, and pain of the muscles. It is …

Qi Gong Movement – Monkey Serving Banana

July 7, 2026August 24, 2021 by HWZ Info

QI Gong Movement- monkey serving banana Life often asks us to give our time, energy, and attention to others. Whether we’re caring for our families, supporting friends, or managing busy work schedules, it’s easy to become focused on giving while forgetting the importance of receiving care ourselves. One of the beautiful lessons found in Qi Gong is that true wellness comes from balance. Just as we breathe in and breathe out, we must learn to both give and receive with …

Liver Detoxification

April 14, 2025May 13, 2021 by HWZ Info

HOW TO DETOX YOUR LIVER Curious about liver detoxification? The liver plays a significant and multifaceted role in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Unlike Western medicine, which often views the liver primarily through the lens of detoxification and metabolic function, TCM takes a more holistic approach. In this system, the Liver (always capitalized in TCM theory to distinguish the energetic concept from the anatomical organ) is considered one of the most important organs for maintaining balance in the body. According to …

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.)

July 10, 2025April 22, 2021 by HWZ Info

Struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder? (S.A.D.) Seasonal Affective Disorder can be difficult and frustrating to navigate. Our moods and energy levels fluctuate with the seasons. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) understands these cycles but modern life does not. These days, you are expected to be active, productive and creative at all times of the year. There is no accommodation for a slow, quiet winter. According to TCM, this conflict causes stress, which can result in Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.). Seasonal affective …

Open Heart Stretch

July 10, 2025April 17, 2021 by HWZ Info

Open Heart Stretch If you’ve been to even just a few yoga classes, you’ve probably heard the term “heart opener” or “open heart stretch.” This term, though often used to describe back-bending, chest-opening postures, actually digs much deeper than that. Heart opening in Traditional Chinese Medicine can happen through posture, breath, or meditation – and affects not just the physical structure of the chest (bone and muscle) where the heart resides, but the energetic and emotional capacity (love, compassion, gratitude, to name a few) of …

Fatigue

July 10, 2025April 15, 2021 by HWZ Info

Five Tips to Beat Fatigue Fatigue is a feeling of weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy that does not go away when you rest. People may feel fatigued in body or mind (physical or psychological fatigue). Most of the time, fatigue can be traced to one or more of your habits or routines. Fatigue can be a normal and important response to physical exertion, poor eating habits, emotional stress, boredom, or lack of sleep. Luckily, we have some advice to help you …

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Qi Gong for Stress Relief

July 10, 2025April 14, 2021 by HWZ Info

Qi Gong for Stress Reduction Qi gong is one of the five branches of traditional Chinese medicine that promote mental health, stress relief, and positive mood. It is a practice that looks similar to tai chi, but is easier to learn, and more focused on building your health and wellness. There are many styles of Qi Gong such as and they are all wonderful and great for keeping our bodies’ stress levels in check! Qi Gong is about finding a style of gentle movements, …