Dang Shen is often used for: Expelling pathogenic influences - for boosting the immune system, beat cold & flu and improve vitality. Huang Qi is often used for: Expelling pathogenic influences - for boosting the immune system, beat cold & flu and improve vitality. Tonnifing qi and blood - postpartum fever due to qi and blood deficiency & recovery from severe blood loss, including blood clots and stroke. 

• Boosts the immune system by reducing inflammation and balancing immune cell activity through the nervous and endocrine systems. • Regulates immune responses allowing a weakened immune system fight pathogens more effectively while calming an overactive immune response. • Reduces stress and promotes relaxation as chronic stress can impair immune function. • Improves chronic fatigue, digestive issues, respiratory conditions, irritability, cloudy head and seasonal affective di

Personalised holistic therapies are not just about healing; they are about thriving. They offer gentle, effective ways to restore harmony and vitality, tailored specifically to your unique needs. Whether you are managing chronic conditions, seeking stress relief, or simply wanting to enhance your overall health, these therapies can provide meaningful support.

Some popular natural health therapies include acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage therapy, and mindfulness practices. Each offers unique benefits and can be tailored to your individual needs. For example, acupuncture uses fine needles to stimulate energy flow and relieve pain, while herbal medicine harnesses the power of plants to support bodily functions.

When there is free flow, there is no pain and when there is no free flow, there is pain. This refers to a key principle of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It means that health depends on the free and unobstructed movement of Qi (vital energy) and blood in the body.

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners are specialists trained in the use of plants and natural substances to promote health and treat various conditions. Unlike conventional medicine, which often focuses on symptoms, herbal medicine practitioners look at the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - to restore balance and vitality.

Some common natural health therapies include: Herbal medicine: Using plants and plant extracts to support health. Acupuncture: Inserting fine needles at specific points to balance energy flow. Massage therapy: Manipulating muscles and tissues to relieve tension and improve circulation. Aromatherapy: Using essential oils to influence mood and physical health. Mindfulness and meditation: Cultivating awareness and reducing stress.

Herbalist wellness practices are rooted in centuries of tradition, blending ancient wisdom with modern understanding. These practices focus on using plants and natural substances to support the body’s healing processes. Unlike quick fixes, herbalist methods encourage a holistic approach, addressing the root causes of discomfort rather than just symptoms.

The liver is responsible for the smooth flow of qi, when disrupted it can cause irritability, mood swings, headaches & digestive problems. The heart governs the emotions and chronic stress disrupts the heart’s balance causing palpitations, insomnia, anxiety & memory issues. The spleen and stomach transform food into qi & blood. prolonged stress impairs their function leading to fatigue, poor digestion, weakened immunity, and weight fluctuations.

TCM Perspective on IBS Liver overreacting to spleen - conflict between cold and warm elements damaging the spleen. • liver stagnation - caused by stress, worry and depression. • cold damp - with a white greasy coating on the tongue and a slow pulse. • spleen & stomach qi deficiency - frequent bowel movement, loose stools, and tiredness. • heat & qi stagnation - constipation, bloating, stomach pain and cramps.

Pressure points are used for acupuncture treatment and acupressure Tui Na massage to rebalance the body, reduce pain, including sciatica, arthritis, sport injury, and other health complaints

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Du Huo is associated with the Kidney and Bladder Meridians.  This herb has a bitter, spicy flavour profile and is warm in nature. Du Huo is often used for: Dispelling wind-damp to relieve pain: Releasing the exterior to dispel wind-cold-damp and kidney deficiency:

Acupuncture helps with back pain including sciatica

Chu Shu is the 14th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese calendar. The summer heat is receding and the three periods of heat have already passed.

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05th June - 21st June Mang Zhong - Grain in Ear is the 9th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese calendar. It means the grains are mature. It signifies the ripening of crops such as barley and wheat. It is a busy period for farmers. To Eat barley, chrysanthemum, celery, runner beans, duck, plums, mango, kiwi, fish, cucumber. To Do keep your diet light, take a power nap, nourish your spleen and avoid damp toxins. #芒 种 #mangzhong #graininear #the24solarterms #traditionalchinesem

20th April - 04th May Gu Yu is the 6th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese calendar. It is the last solar term in the spring season....