Chinese Medicine Theory, Health Coaching
Winter is upon us! It’s that time of the year when the cold air lingers and the sun hides behind snow clouds. We pack ourselves in layers and seek warmth under blankets. Our mood shifts in winter too. The gradual change from summer to winter parallels decreasing happiness. This effect is often referred to as […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Health Coaching
The Metal Element personality type likes planners, to-do lists, and tasks in a linear fashion. Needless to say, they are well organized and proud of it too. They are intelligent, well dressed, and often the anchor of the family. Strong and supportive, they are the ones who set the rules and boundaries, keep the place […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Health Coaching
That pointy chin. The red dress and that mischievous look in my eyes. Those are characteristics of the summer’s fire element. I love hot summer days, bitter greens, and hot sauces. My tall stature, talkative nature, and passionate personality also suggest the fire element. I can do many things in a day, but need to […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Health Coaching
In Chinese medicine, we use nature’s five elements (fire, earth, metal, water, and wood) to guide us in diagnosis, treatment, food and herbal therapy, and lifestyle suggestions. The five elements also represent relationship and interaction. The more in harmony we are with each element, the more we life a life of ease. As with any […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Health Coaching
Yin and yang are used to symbolize opposites. This symbolism helps us to regain homeostasis within in our internal and external environments. In Chinese medicine, yin and yang are the foundation of health and healing. The popular taijitu symbol to the right provides a birds eye view. Yin is black. Yang is white. Yang (white) […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Health Coaching
“Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food.” Hippocrates Everyone struggles with their relationship to food. Choosing what to eat can be challenging, frustrating and overwhelming. Once you begin to show signs of discomfort like constipation, hot flashes, fatigue, and food allergies or food sensitivities, your relationship with food becomes even more […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Dietary Therapy, Health Coaching
Our biggest and most mysterious resource provides the best minerals for our health and wellness. Our oceans make it, contain it and transform it. It’s salt. Salt has gotten a bad rap for many centuries. It is feared by many due to the belief and “research” that it is the cause of several diseases like […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Health Coaching
More and more people are taking an interest in meditation. It is a tool that is serves us as individual well in all aspects of our life. Once you experience its richness, you’ll find yourself wanting more. This post will give you a different perspective into what meditation is and how to start meditating. What […]
Tis the season for family time! Whether you love your inner circle completely, find them to be a challenge or dread family gatherings all together, this post will give you suggestions and a shift in perspective as you head into the holiday’s. Storybooks and movies can imply that the holidays are meant to be joyous […]
Chinese Medicine Theory, Health Coaching
Gua sha for health, healing and beauty Gua sha has been used for thousands of years as a form of massage. It incorporates the use of a handheld tool, like a porcelain soup spoon or smooth stone. The tool is used to massage the skin and muscles with light, moderate or heavy pressure. “Gua” is to […]
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