acupuncture and herbal medicine for women's health & fertility
A Chinese Medicine perspective, and what actually makes a difference If you’ve been told sperm motility is low, it can feel both very specific and unclear at the same time. You’re given a number, a percentage but not always a sense of what shapes it, or what can genuinely shift it. From a Chinese Medicine […]
Premenstrual Syndrome, or PMS, is a common issue experienced by many women. Symptoms such as mood swings, breast tenderness, headaches, bloating, and fatigue can make the days leading up to menstruation challenging. In Chinese Medicine, PMS is viewed as an imbalance in the body’s Qi and Blood, which can be caused by a variety of […]
In Chinese medicine, blood is considered one of the essential substances in the body, along with Qi (energy), body fluids, and essence. Blood is believed to nourish and moisten the organs, tissues, and cells of the body and provide the necessary nutrients to support their proper functioning. Additionally, blood plays a crucial role in the […]
Chinese Medicine has a unique way of viewing the human body and its functions. The Spleen, for instance, is considered to be one of the most important organs when it comes to digestion, nourishment, and overall wellbeing. The Spleen is located in the center of the human body and is responsible for absorbing and processing […]
In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen is an important organ that governs digestion and the transformation of food into qi (life force energy) and blood. However, the concept of the spleen in Chinese medicine is not limited to the physical organ, but also refers to a broader concept of spleen energy or spleen qi. This […]
Fertility is a natural and integral aspect of human life. In Chinese medicine and shamanic traditions, fertility is seen as a manifestation of the body’s balance and harmony. By acknowledging, living by, and honouring the season of winter, the aligning parts of the cycle of the 24hr day, the lunar cycle, and the menstrual cycle, […]