by Michelle Hughes | Aug 3, 2022 | Chinese food therapy, TCM
TCM & the Summer Season Summer is here (finally)! In traditional Chinese medicine, the summer season is represented with an abundance of energy, creativity, socialization and movement. Each season is represented by a few characteristics in TCM to better...
by Michelle Hughes | Aug 3, 2022 | Chinese food therapy
TCM Cooling Cucumber Salad We’re all looking for easy, delicious, and cooling summer recipes, right? Well, you’ve stumbled upon a winner! This cooling cucumber salad recipe is one that I can whip up in under 10 minutes and munch on whenever I crave...
by Michelle Hughes | Jul 21, 2022 | Traditional Chinese Medicine
Liver Qi Stagnation – What Is It and What Do I Do About It? Liver qi stagnation is one of the most common issues that patients come in with at my clinic. The combination of busy day-to-day life, the consumption of processed foods, environmental toxins and...
by Michelle Hughes | Jul 18, 2022 | Traditional Chinese Medicine, Women's Health
Uterine Fibroids and Traditional Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese medicine can be a treatment to consider if you are suffering from the pain and discomfort of fibroids. Uterine fibroids are classified as a stagnation of qi, blood and possibly phlegm in...
by Michelle Hughes | Jul 13, 2022 | Menstrual cycle and Chinese Medicine, TCM, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Women's Health
My Period is Normal, Right?! It’s important to understand what a “normal” period is and what symptoms or signs could be considered abnormal. Your period is a reflection of your overall health and for thousands of years traditional Chinese...
by Michelle Hughes | Jul 7, 2022 | Women's Health
Get To Know the 4 Phases of Your Menstrual Cycle Learning and understanding the four phases of your menstrual cycle allows you to live in harmony with your cycle, instead of fighting it. Identifying which phase you are in allows a better insight into your...
by Michelle Hughes | Jun 30, 2022 | Menstrual cycle and Chinese Medicine, pregnancy and Chinese Medicine, TCM, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Women's Health
Castor Oil Pack – Why and How? The Why: Castor oil has been around for centuries and is used for lots of purposes like strengthening hair and lashes, cleansing and moisturizing the skin, and (most importantly in this context) women’s health. Using the oil...
by Michelle Hughes | Jun 24, 2022 | Chinese food therapy
Relieve Your Allergy Symptoms With This Delicious Pear Tea Allergy season is in full swing, and many of us are feeling it. Whether you’re feeling congested, tired, itchy, splotchy, or all of the above, it can be discouraging and downright annoying....
by Michelle Hughes | Jun 23, 2022 | Chinese digestive health, Chinese food therapy, TCM, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Seasonal Allergies & Traditional Chinese Medicine Ahhh don’t we all love Spring and Summer… but unfortunately for many this means the worst of seasonal allergies and sinus congestion. Here are a few tips to help clear sinus congestion and allergies, which...
by Michelle Hughes | Jun 23, 2022 | Chinese food therapy, TCM
Allergy Relief Through Your Diet Allergy season is among us, and many of us are struggling to find relief. If you’ve got congested sinuses, headaches, red itchy eyes, you’re not alone. In Chinese medicine, allergies are seen as an imbalance or a...
