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FAQs for Parents Considering TCM for Their Child Supporting Kids Health Naturally with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs Seasonal changes can affect children’s health just as much as adults. Congestion, coughs, runny noses, wheezing, sneezing and recurring colds are common — especially during winter and the transition between seasons. If you’re exploring natural options to support […]


I Fractured My Ankle This Summer. Here’s How I Supported My Recovery. This summer, a simple slip while “extreme gardening” sent me flying.What I thought was a bad sprain was later diagnosed as an undisplaced ankle fracture. It was a good reminder: even simple accidents can become significant injuries. Of course, immediate first aid is […]


Get relief fast - Help Your Sinus With Simple Acupressure or Acupuncture. Q: Is your Bi Tong or Ying Xiang sore? A: My what?!?! Winter is a time for sinus congestion and with that comes foggy headedness, sinus pain, sinus headaches, sneezing attacks & post nasal drip…drip…dripping like a tap. Instead of waiting for a […]


I made these the other day with huge success. Even the carnivores at the table were enjoying them. Aromatic spicy and with a big zing, these bright patties compliment any salad, veg sides or even meat weeknight dinner.

I did tweak it a little though... try this out.

 


When you think of chocolate mousse, you don't think HEALTHY, but in these recipes ITS ALL GOOD for you and here's why...


This summer I fractured my ankle doing extreme gardening. A simple slip sent me over and I badly sprained my ankle, later to be diagnosed as a fracture. Of course your first aid R.I.C.E.R. treatment is essential right away: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation & Referral. But there’s more you can do to speed recovery. Here’s how I managed my injury using Natural Therapies.


By Katika Funnell - Acupuncturist

The Facts :
•    Various studies show that women experience constipation more than men.
•    Rates as high as two thirds of women were said to experience constipation from a survey conducted by Gut Foundation on 1,300 women.
•    1 in 3 people are too embarrassed to discuss constipation with their friends or family.
•    1 in 5 people say constipation stops them from exercising or engaging in social activities.
•    Research shows there are misconceptions about Constipation and the use of Laxatives to treat it.


Congee is a Chinese Style slow cooked soup that can include meat, vegetables and grains (traditionally rice). It can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner, whether sick or well, but mainly in the colder months. Its perfect for this season- the slow cooking blends in its own flavours and makes the congee easy to digest.


Considered a variant of Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD occurs after an individual experiences or witnesses a life-threatening natural or man-made disaster such as an earthquake, tsunami or the violence of war. Other causative events may be major vehicle accidents or violent personal attacks such as physical or sexual assault.


Try this moist banana cake to improve digestion and bowel function.  So simple and easy to make. Tastes good and can also help people suffering from constipation.

 


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