Healing Herbs & Plants for Digestion
One of the most frequent gastrointestinal complaints is constipation. Many people suffer from this ailment without attempting to find a cure or a natural therapy. What they don’t realize is that they are only prolonging their suffering and aggravating their predicament. If given the option, home treatments for constipation can be adopted for their benefits […]
Ayurvedic Medicine – Another Oldie But Goodie
I know my professional training is in Chinese Medicine but Ayurvedic Medicine is a side passion of mine. If you’re new to this term, Ayurveda is a traditional holistic alternative medicine with its routes in India. The name Ayurveda translates as ‘science of life’ or life science in Sanskrit. Ayur means “life” and Veda means […]
10 Ways to Up the Anti(oxidants)
It is no secret that antioxidants help keep the body healthy. It’s believed the antioxidants in food can help prevent cancer, reverse or slow aging, enhance your immune system, increase your energy and improve heart and organ health. They also offer protection from a range of other ailments, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, neurodegenerative […]
Why Choose Natural Therapies?
When it comes to numerous health challenges, people are now turning to natural solutions more frequently than ever before. Many people worry that the harmful ingredients in over-the-counter and prescription pharmaceuticals can negatively affect a person’s health and come with unwanted side effects. While it is important to remember that we may sometimes need a […]
The Fifth Season
Starting in the third week of August and lasting until the Fall Equinox is what Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) calls the season, Late Summer. This season is the transition between the long, hot summer days and the cool, crisp air of Fall. You can feel the difference, right? The end of August is the final […]