Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a non-invasive option for couples choosing to conceive naturally or for those preparing for IVF. There are many reasons why some couples have difficulty conceiving including hormonal imbalances, age factors, a history of PCOS or endometriosis, egg or sperm quality, genetic factors, diabetes and/or stress....
Many of us have tumultuous relationships with setting goals. There we are, New Years day, our desire and hope for bigger and better things is at its peak. We make a promise to ourselves that next year will be different. Our belief lasts the first few days, sometimes weeks, of January, but then the pain of change gets the better of us and we resort back into our previous way of being. ...
Summer is the season of expansion, enjoying life and eating foods that promote our energy and activity. Excessive heat can cause red, swollen and painful inflammation, rapid pulse, fever, thirst, dryness, constipation, difficult urination, nosebleeds, insomnia, restlessness and agitation....
During the Winter season, the most common statement I’ve heard is “I think I need to detox”. Although detoxing is an appropriate approach for some patients, I always refrain my patients starting any detox regime in Winter, this is because in most cases the body cannot handle the processes of detoxing...
There are many scientific studies linking poor sleep patterns with increased risk of developing diabetes, obesity, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, asthma, and inflammation....
Have you noticed in the days and even a couple of weeks leading up to your period you begin to get cravings and bam that diet is out the window. So what exactly is happening?...
Do you have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)? Or have you recently been diagnosed with PCOS and are confused with what that means? You’re not on your own. PCOS affects 12-20% (1) of women and for many cases women remain undiagnosed....
Breathe in, clench 2 fists and put them on left and right side of the waist with palm side facing u. Breathe out, punch the left fist forward while turning the fist upside down....
Allergic Rhinitis, also known as Hayfever, is a type of inflammation of the nose which occurs when the immune system overacts to allergens in the air. The immune system reacts by releasing histamine and chemical mediators causing symptoms in the nose, throat, eyes, ears, skin and roof of mouth....
The skin is the largest breathing organ on our body and provides protection for our organs as the first line of defense from the outside world. Spring is the season of Wind, both in the environment and our bodies. When the body is attacked by external Wind, it can directly affect the function of the Lungs and the skin can be itchy, produce a rash or shingles....