Chinese Medicine and Postnatal Care
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by Reception Team
1M ago
Chinese Medicine and Postnatal Care By Georgia Payten What is the Fourth Trimester, and how does Chinese Medicine and acupuncture support the mother during the postpartum period? In Traditional Chinese Medicine and culture, the first month after giving birth is considered crucial to the immediate and future health of both the mother and her baby. This is a period of time where it is encouraged for the mother to rest, recuperate and be nourished. After the previous nine months of growing a baby it is not only important for the new mother to ensure that her baby is healthy, but also that she is ..read more
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The Benefits of Qigong
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by admin
7M ago
The Benefits of Qigong Recently we were lucky enough to meet Emma Adnams, the founder of Move for Life Qigong, and experience her wonderful Qigong classes here in Fitzroy. Qigong, pronounced “chee goong” is an ancient energy-centred movement practice, deeply rooted in the core principles of Chinese Medicine. It combines gentle movements with controlled breathing and meditation. ‘Qi’ means vital energy and ‘Gong’ means to work or cultivate. The aim of Qigong is to build or cultivate our body’s internal Qi and encourage healthy circulation in order to maintain a sense of wellbeing and vitality ..read more
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Anxiety and Chinese Medicine
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by admin
11M ago
by Elissa Lee In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety has become a common concern affecting millions of people. In fact one in four Australians report suffering from an anxiety disorder at some stage in their lives, and it is the most common mental health disorder we see in the clinic today. While sometimes a certain level of anxiety can be useful to give us that kick-start to create change, more often than not it can stop us in our tracks. It’s worth taking a moment to listen to our anxieties. Are they telling us that something (a relationship, job, course of study, amount of work etc) is not ..read more
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Happy Year of the Tiger!
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by Annalise
11M ago
Happy Year of the Tiger!  Thursday 1st February marked the beginning of the 2 week celebration of Chinese New Year. Let’s take a look at what we can expect. Chinese astrology is based on a 12 year cycle with a corresponding element (wind, fire, earth, water or metal) and an animal representing each year.  The Tiger represents the Wood element, spring energy and Liver and Gallbladder meridians. They are fierce, active creatures and are said to be the rulers of the earthly realm. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The innate restless nature of Tiger Years tends to bring about lot of change. This is a very Yan ..read more
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Treating PCOS with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
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by Annalise
11M ago
Written by Keren Rochwerger Treating PCOS with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine A recent trip to the Doctor confirms a diagnosis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Feelings of confusion and despair arise. You search online trying to understand what this diagnosis means for you and what you can do about it. There is so much information to sift through, you end up down a rabbit-hole feeling worse than before and still with no clarity. After a discussion with a friend, she suggests you try Chinese Medicine to help you with your symptoms and bubbling feelings of anxiety. PCOS and Chinese Medi ..read more
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Baked Stone Fruit
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by Purdy
11M ago
It’s autumn in Melbourne and our last chance to make the most of summers delicious stone fruits. Peaches and apricots are thought to be especially beneficial to the Lung and Large Intestine energetics in Chinese medicine diet therapy. They are said to nourish the Yin and Blood, regenerate body fluids and detoxify the Lung making them excellent foods to help counter the drying nature of autumn. We like to bake or stew our fruit to make it even more delicious and easy to digest. To enhance the Yin and Blood nourishing aspect of this dish add a splash of our Glow Healing Herbs. INGREDIENTS Apri ..read more
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Year of the Rabbit
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by Annalise
11M ago
Happy Year of the Rabbit! Sunday 22nd January marked the beginning of the 2 week celebration of Chinese New Year. Let’s take a look at what we can expect. Chinese astrology is based on a 12 year cycle with a corresponding element (wind, fire, earth, water or metal) and an animal representing each year. 2023 is the Year of the  Yin Water Rabbit. The Year of the Rabbit represents peaceful and patient energy, a definite change from last year’s dynamic Yang Tiger. Rabbits are kind, friendly creatures, and are considered to be the luckiest of the chinese zodiac. The water element of 2023 r ..read more
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The Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms
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by Annalise
11M ago
Medicinal Mushrooms are edible mushrooms with known health benefits. They have been used in traditional medicines across the globe since before recorded history and are highly regarded tonic herbs in Chinese Medicine. Originally thought of by Daoist monks to promote longevity, the medicinal properties of mushrooms first appeared in a text written about 2000 years ago by Emperor ShengNong.  Known as the ShenNong Bencao Jing, or the Divine Farmer’s Materia Medica, this legendary text contains detailed information on the health benefits of 365 herbs including several mushroom species. M ..read more
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Lamb Shanks and Dang Gui to Nourish the New Mum
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by Annalise
11M ago
Lamb Shanks with Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), ginger and dates is one of our favourites for warming and replenishing the new mums in our lives, and anyone lacking in vitality. In Chinese Medicine the first month postpartum is considered an important time for healing and recovery. Known as zuo yue zi  (坐月子),  which beautifully translates to “Sitting The Moon”, meaning to allow new mums to do nothing but to rest and recover for one month after delivery. Traditionally either one of the new grandmothers would come and care for the family, providing nourishing foods, herbal medicines and ..read more
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How to Treat Acne Naturally: A Holistic Approach
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by Annalise
11M ago
Hello, my name’s Courtney, I’ve got a whole lot to say about acne! You may like to start by reading my previous blog post – How to Treat Acne: A Personal Experience, where you’ll find additional advice for acne-prone skin. Let’s start with a disclaimer that the following advice is general in nature. For health advice that is targeted to the beautiful unique human being none-other-than YOU, please see a health professional.  It goes without saying, having dealt with acne in the past, I feel your desperation for an instant resolution. Whilst I wish I could simply recommend a skincare produ ..read more
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