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Transitioning into spring with TCM

Smooth Transitioning into Spring

TRANSITIONING INTO SPRING Spring is here! While we revel in the longer days and blooming flowers, it’s also a time to focus on your internal well-being according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Struggling with allergies, skin problems, or digestive issues this spring? These might be signs your liver needs some love! Learn how TCM can help you address these issues and achieve optimal health. TIPS TO SUPPORT YOUR LIVER FOR SMOOTH TRANSITIONING INTO THE SPRING! SPRING SEASON AND YOUR LIVER: …

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Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum Tea Chrysanthemums are not just lovely flowers adorning gardens and floral arrangements. In many cultures, including China it hold a special place for their symbolism, beauty, and their remarkable role in traditional medicine. In this blog post, we will delve into the fascinating world of this magical herb, exploring its significance and remarkable benefits. In traditional Chinese medicine, we use chrysanthemum tea to cool the body and lower blood pressure. In addition it’s also: rich in iron Contains adequate levels of …

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Fibromyalgia

FIBROMYALGIA TESTIMONIALS Yelp Review #51– My husband and I have been going to Zen for almost 4 years on a regular basis at the Disney Cancer center in Burbank, Calif. Her private office and staff is located in Pasadena. There aren’t enough words to truly express how professional, kind, caring and wonderful Zen is to all of  her patients. Zen listens and addresses all of our concerns and strives to alleviate whatever pain or issues we might have. Acupuncture has helped …

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Qi Gong Movement – Monkey Serving Banana

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 …

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Your Liver’s Impact on your Mental health

Your liver’s impact on your mental health https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppw5VUlzlD8 In Chinese Medicine each organ had its own function and affect on out mental health. The liver is responsible for keeping the smooth flow of Qi and blood. Thus, allowing there to be more circulation in the body to prevent any build up of tension. If the liver isn’t functioning properly it can lead to stagnation (blockage) causing tension to arise and build up. This also results in causing not only emotional …

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Liver Detoxification

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.)

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 …

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Fatigue

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

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, …

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