In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the body and mind are viewed as deeply interconnected—emotional health impacts physical health and vice versa. This relationship is particularly evident in digestive health, especially when it comes to constipation. While Western medicine often views constipation as a purely physical issue, perhaps just a matter of fibre or hydration, TCM takes a more holistic approach by recognizing all factors, including emotions. So, let’s get to the bottom of this and explore the emotional roots of constipation.

It seems every few years, the health world has a new darling. We’ve seen it with kale, turmeric, and, of course, avocado toast (can’t forget that one). But lately, the spotlight has been shining on bone broth. You’ll hear fitness buffs, wellness gurus, and even your neighbour rave about it. But here’s the kicker—it’s only new if you’ve been living under a rock. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been singing the praises of bone broth for thousands of years, long before it was cool. The benefits of bone broth are not just buzz; they're steeped in ancient tradition and backed by modern research. Let explore!

When we think about human attraction, we often picture it as being driven by looks, personality, or shared interests. However, recent research suggests that something far more subtle, biological and equally mystifying might be at play: chemical signals from our eggs. What are the implications for human fertility and what does TCM have to say about it? Let’s explore!

Thanks to awareness and fundraising campaigns, men’s health is getting more of the attention it deserves. As we age, specific health conditions become more common place, especially in our 40s, 50s and 60s. All of the organs play a unique and important role in boosting and balancing a man’s health. The Spleen & Stomach take in nutrition from food and the Lungs gather clean air, which come together to form Qi and Blood. The Heart is also energetically involved in making Blood, and along with the Liver plays a crucial role in circulation and help to maintain emotional balance. The Kidneys are often considered the most crucial organs when it comes to men’s health. This is because they are responsible for storing Essence, a substance which is crucial to men’s health and vitality, as well as building Qi and Blood, and maintaining harmony between Yin and Yang.

Did you know that when you blink or move your eyes, the Liver sends a message to increase blood flow to you eyes? Long before this cool physiological function was discovered by scientists, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) knew of the important relationship between the Liver and the eyes, and that changes to eye health, like dryness, redness, swelling, floaters, vision changes, light sensitivity, and more, mean changes to your Liver health. Let’s take a closer look (see what I did there?) at this special relationship between the Liver and the eyes.

Thanks to awareness and fundraising campaigns, men’s health is getting the attention it deserves. As we age, specific health conditions become more common place, especially in our 40s, 50s and 60s. The truth is many of these conditions are caused by lifestyle factors that put a strain on Kidney health. The great news is they’re quite treatable. It requires strong and free flowing Qi & Blood, optimizing Yin & Yang, and strengthening Essence.

Men’s health is an often overlooked subject. Thanks to awareness and fundraising campaigns, it is getting the attention it deserves. As we age, specific health conditions become more common place, especially as we start to creep into our 40s, 50s and 60s. Many of these conditions are lifestyle-related and the good news is they’re quite treatable.

When you are born, you reach the highest level of energy. Have you ever thought about why you were born on a given date or the significance of your birth location? There are no accidents! Every year, you celebrate your birthday. Every month, Nature celebrates with a full moon. On these two events, you are able to reconnect to pure Universal Qi. You also have the opportunity to upgrade to a higher level.

Healthy fats are an essential part of the human diet. They’ve been unfairly blamed for many of the modern health issues that plague Western culture. What’s good? What’s bad? Should I be consuming fats? Is Keto right for me? I hear these questions frequently in my clinic, so I thought I’d take some time to clear the air. As always, I’ll do so through a Traditional Chinese Medicine lens.

Healthy kids need good nutrition. In order to access that good nutrition, you must first ensure their digestive system is in peak performance. When the digestive system functions properly, the body is able to absorb the healing essence of each food. In other words, it’s not just about what you put in the body, but also what the body absorbs.