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Chinese Medicine Tips for Indian Summer – continued
The ancient Chinese believed that to maintain good health one should live in harmony with the seasons of nature. During this time of year, the intense heat and brightness of summer give way to a cooler, less intense autumn. It is a time of transition from leisure to more serious pursuits. Children are back in […]
Chinese Medicine Tips for Indian Summer
Indian Summer (late summer) is the season of the earth element. It is a time to slow down and observe the abundance created during summer. It is also a time of self-reflection and self-awareness. With self-awareness, we can be cognizant of our needs and nourish ourselves. When our needs are met, we have the surplus […]
Tips for Staying Healthy in Summer
Though we are almost 2/3 through the season of summer, we still have hot, humid weather ahead of us. Staying hydrated and not overdoing activity during the hottest part of the day is important to avoid heat exhaustion. Some other important tips to stay safe are: Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing Protect against sunburn Wear […]
Treating Adrenal Exhaustion with Chinese Medicine
Adrenal fatigue often occurs when we are experiencing prolonged periods of excessive stress. During this time the adrenal glands produce excessive levels of cortisol to aid in the flight or fight response of the body. Since most of the time we are responding to everyday deadlines or relationship stresses, we are not physically fighting or […]
The Pericardium Meridian- Summer Energy
We’ve talked about three of the energy pathways most active in summer, the fire element. The fourth pathway or organ meridian is Pericardium. Though the pericardium (the sack around the heart) is not considered an organ in western medicine, it has an important role in Chinese Medicine. The Pericardium Meridian protects the heart both physically […]