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Burnout
Low energy? Motivation non-existent? Immune system shot to pieces? Nerve system on an endless cycle of fight or flight? You might be burnt out! Burnout is not a new condition, but it is fast becoming a modern day epidemic. Long covid, adrenal fatigue, chronic fatigue,...
You Are What You Eat
“You are what you eat.” At least that’s what most of us have heard, or been told at some point in our lives. In truth though, as my old mentor Graham Jellett used to tell me “You are what your digestive system can absorb and process.” In the modern day health sphere,...
Nadi Shodhana – Nostril Breathing
Breathing your way through life with Nadi Shodhana Nadi Shodhana, also known as alternate nostril breathing, is a breathing technique that involves inhaling and exhaling through alternate nostrils. According to yogic tradition, practising Nadi Shodhana before bed can...
GERD – Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
GERD: A TCM DR's passion Just like in any medicine, TCM Drs have their special areas of interest. At AAC, our acupuncture herbal gun practitioner, Peter, loves good tummy upset, especially a solid case of GERD. Read on for some TCM centred advice on managing GERD....
IBS: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Do you suffer from cramping, and pain in the abdomen? Are your symptoms relieved by having a bowel movement? Do you experience a swollen or bloated abdomen, and an irregular pattern in your bowel movements, alternating between constipation and diarrhea /frequent loose...
Menstrual Bloating
What is menstrual bloating? Menstrual bloating is a common symptom that occurs in the week or days before, or at the start of a period bleed. Most often the bloating is a heavy, swollen sensation in the lower abdomen below the navel, although it can also affect the...
Exploring the Wisdom of Chinese Herbal Teas
Herbal teas have been the focus of Chinese medicine for centuries with emphasis on the importance of holistic wellness, focusing on the balance between mind, body, and spirit. One of the key elements in this ancient healing system is the use of herbal teas, each...
Mobility issues, hip pain and lower back pain
As we age it is only expected that we experience more mobility challenges. From hips to lower back pain we know these helpful tips from our resident Chinese medicine specialist and yin yogi will have you back feeling amazing in no time
Reasons why you might not be sleeping well
Do you sleep well? It might surprise you to know just how many people don't sleep well. In Chinese Medicine, asking questions about people's sleep gives us lots of information about their health. "Not sleeping well" can mean very different things to different people....
Building new habits and keeping them
Building new habits and keeping them Change is never easy. Falling into patterns that are familiar and comfortable, on the other hand, is very easy! It can be very overwhelming to try and form new habits when it comes to our health. Sometimes when we start examining...
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