In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Spleen Qi deficiency is a common diagnosis, especially related to digestive issues, fatigue, and a weakened immune system. The Spleen is responsible for transforming food into Qi (vital energy), and it also plays a key role in maintaining healthy digestion. A Spleen Qi deficiency typically manifests as loose stools, poor digestion, low energy, weak appetite, bloating, chronic fatigue, and issues…
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The Best TCM Summer Food Guide (2024)
In this blog: What does Traditional Chinese Medicine recommend for summer? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we use Yin and Yang to represent different seasons, temperatures, and symptoms in the body. Summer is the Yang season, which is a time of growth, expansion, lightness, brightness, outward activity, and creativity. Summer is also a time of…
Simple Wellness Soup | Medicinal Recipe for Cold and Flu Symptoms
This soup is my go-to when our family is feeling under the weather with symptoms such as feeling cold, chills, body aches, runny nose/ nasal congestion, diarrhea, and/ or a mild cough. These “cold” symptoms mean the body is cold and needs to be warmed up. This warming wellness soup recipe is a great natural…
Fall Season Detox | How To Transition Seasons
As the summer season comes to an end, many of us find ourselves looking for ways to transition into the next phase of the year. One effective way to do this is by detoxing or cleansing. A fall season detox helps you eliminate toxins from your body, prepares you for the upcoming winter season, and…
The Benefits of Mung Bean Salad for Summer Heat
Summer is a season that brings with it scorching heat, leaving us longing for refreshing and cooling foods. One such food that perfectly fits the bill is the mung bean salad. Packed with essential nutrients and boasting numerous health benefits, this salad is not only delicious but also helps in combating the summer heat. In…
