In the UK, our NHS reports 95% of people aged 11-30 experience acne, with symptoms improving from the mid-20s once hormone production settles down. Saying that, we do see patients whose acne either begins or has continued into adulthood (approximately 3% of adults over

From oily skin and yellow spots to blackheads, pustules and eruptive cysts, acne can exert a huge impact on our mental and emotional health – especially so when…

Traditional Chinese Medicine Postpartum Care (TCM PPC) is a special way for women who have just given birth to nourish their bodies back to health.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), also known as Eastern Medicine, is a centuries-old tradition that offers special postpartum care to new mothers. This service is based on the concept of…

A patient sits down in front of Dr Tian complaining of ‘pain of all bones of the body’.

Dr Tian takes the pulse. First the left and then right hand. After this process the

formula Ma Huang Fu Zi Gan Cao Tang plus Cang Zhu is shouted to a student…

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Summer is associated with fire and the Fall with metal. Metal, in turn, is related to the lung and has the connotation of "letting go." We can see this in the changes that occur in the natural world as we go into the Fall“ Shorter days and longer nights, cooler air, and changing leaves. During this time of the year,

Cartilage is the thick, fibrous tissue that covers the ends of the bones where they meet inside the joints. It allows the surfaces of the bones to slide smoothly without rubbing or grinding. In joints like the knee, the cartilage, called the menisci, pad the projections (condyles) of the femur where they fit into corresponding groves in the tibia (the shinbone). The menisci act as shock absorbers against compressive forces, and like washers, add to the stability of the joint by creating a tighter fit.

If your injury was treated correctly when it first happened, there may be no Stage 2 symptoms and you can quickly return to your normal activities. However, if the injury was severe, or if stasis was not resolved in Stage 1, then Stage 2 treatment is usually necessary to complete the healing process and to prevent the injury becoming a chronic, Stage 3 injury.

In Chinese medicine, connective tissues around the joint are collectively referred to as Jin. Jin is often translated as ‘sinews’, a concept which includes tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and the fibrous connective tissue around the joint capsule. Interestingly, modern medicine recognizes that during early fetal development all of these tissues develop from one layer of cells, called the mesoderm.

Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, help keep our Immune Systems Strong, but adding essential oils like Pine, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Eucalyptus and Lemon will prove to be invaluable.

An In-Depth Interview with Heiner Fruehauf

A while ago Heiner Fruehauf, PhD, LAc sat down with his student and colleague, Bob Quinn, DAOM, LAc to discuss the finer points of “Brain Gu” Syndrome, specifically as it pertains to the treatment of Lyme Disease. This discussion is best understood as a follow-up to and elaboration of the ideas presented in Heiner and Quinn’s earlier interview about Gu Syndrome published in the Fall of 2008. This interview has been updated with the inclusion of The New Heritage Formula Series of Herbal Products by Classical Pearls.

Infertility is a blanket term which describes the inability to conceive after trying for 12 months. My definition of infertility, however, is not conceiving after a year of timed intercourse. Sperm stays alive in the reproductive tract for between two and four days, so couples who have intercourse for the purpose of conception when their ovulation-predictor-kit indicates “peak” ovulation, are reducing their chances of getting pregnant.

Palmarosa is a cooling, nourishing, and calming oil with a sweet floral scent. Palmarosa is distilled from the fragrant grass and flowers and is similar in quality and functions of floral oils. Palmarosa has an affinity for the Lungs, Pericardium, and Liver. Palmarosa is native to the wetlands of  India.

Did you know that Chinese medicine has been treating nocturia (waking up at night to urinate) naturally with herbal soups?

Today many of us consider our pets as a true part of the family. Most every lifestyle comfort available to us has a counterpart aimed at our furry friends from accessories to junk foods to weddings and yoga classes. Healthcare is certainly no exception. The American Pet Products Association reported $48.35 billion dollars was spent on pet products and services in 2010 with $13 billion going to veterinary care.

Solomon Seal & Ginseng is a popular combination in Chinese medicine to strengthen the cardiovascular and respiratory system. This is perfect for those who are low on energy and recovering from chronic illness. Ask your herbal practitioner if this soup is right for you.

Did you know that Chinese medicine has been making delicious bone broth with medicinal benefits for thousands of years?