In our fast-paced world, feeling tired has almost become the norm. Many people push through exhaustion, relying on caffeine or willpower to get through the day — until the body simply says, “enough.” Chinese medicine offers a compassionate and holistic way to understand and treat stress, burnout, and fatigue — not just as physical tiredness
As winter draws in with its cold winds, shorter days, and longer nights, our bodies and minds are invited to slow down, reflect, and preserve energy. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), winter is not just a season—it is an essential phase in the cycle of nature and health. It is the time of the Water
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s not uncommon to find ourselves wrestling with anxiety. The pressures of work, relationships, and the constant buzz of technology can leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from our inner selves. However, there’s a time-tested approach that offers a holistic perspective on mental health: Chinese medicine. Rooted
Insomnia is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. In Chinese Medicine, insomnia is viewed as a symptom rather than a disease. Chinese Medicine recognises different types of insomnia, each with its unique set of causes and symptoms. The treatment of insomnia in Chinese Medicine is tailored to the specific type of insomnia, and
A number of Meridians pass through our breasts – the Liver Meridian, Kidney Meridian, the Stomach Meridian and the Penetrating vessel. Our breast health is dependent on smooth flow of Qi and Blood through these Meridians and when there is a blockage of flow, breast disorder may result. This often can start manifesting as premenstrual
Dry July, a challenge for people to stop drinking alcohol for the month, is coming up in a few days. In addition to raising funds to support cancer services, it is also an opportunity for us to review our own alcohol consumption. Alcohol statistics The World Health Organisation has found that over 3 million deaths
In my lifetime, health has never been so foremost as it is now in people’s minds. These trying times are an opportunity to review our own health so we can protect ourselves and others from getting sick. Chinese Medicine has a lot of knowledge about how to protect ourselves. In Chinese Medicine, illness is caused
I used to carry a slight sense of guilt that I wasn’t drinking enough water. It had been drummed into me that I needed to drink 2 litres of water per day, and I wasn’t doing it! This figure seems to have stemmed from the Food and Nutrition Board of the United States National Research
We are now in the true depths of Autumn, with the chill crisp air abound. Autumn is a time when the weather turns cooler and cooler and the temperature can vary greatly between day and night, as we have seen more recently in Melbourne, with its 30 degree days followed by 17 degree days! This
Migraines are a debilitatingly painful condition that affects up to 3 million Australians each year [1]. Usually it’s experienced as a one-sided throbbing or pulsating that is at least moderately intense. It is sometimes accompanied by light-sensitivity and nausea and vomiting, and for many people, doesn’t go away even with medication until they have slept
