5 EASY ASHWAGANDHA RECIPES Beyond Powder And Pills
These days, Ashwagandha, also known as Withania somnifera, can be found in powder or pill form, and is touted for its many health benefits, including major stress reduction. But thousands of years ago, people didn’t have these convenient forms of Ashwagandha to add to their daily vitamin regimen. So if you’re really trying to get the Ashwagandha experience, it’s time to skip the capsules and mix-ins in favor of the real thing.
3 Eastern Medicine Detox Recipes
No matter what an Instagram influencer might tell you, you don’t actually need to buy an expensive juice cleanse or mysterious detox tea to flush out your body. Our organs were made to keep our bodies clean. But that doesn’t mean our detoxing organs can’t use a little help now and then. If you’re feeling like your body needs a reset, you can focus on supporting those organs and systems that are already working hard to remove toxins with these recipes.
WU GU: THE FIVE CHINESE GRAINS AND WHY YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THEM
Each of the five grains of wu gu is connected to one of the organs. Wheat is related to the Liver, Millet goes to the Spleen, beans are good for the Kidneys, white rice nourishes Lungs, and brown rice goes to the Heart. Here's what you need to know and ideas on how to incorporate into your diet.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PURSLANE
If you’ve ever heard of Purslane, you probably know it as a weed. But it’s actually an edible succulent that is loaded with vitamins and nutrients. Plus, it’s delicious! It’s been eaten around the world, raw or cooked, for hundreds of years. And we’re predicting that it’s going to be a major culinary trend very soon. So read on to learn everything you need to know about this wonderful weed.
EMOTIONS AND IMMUNITY Why How You Feel Can Impact Your Immunity
Your emotions are powerful. They don’t just affect how you feel–they also impact your body and health. According to TCM, normal emotions don’t have a long-lasting effect on your health and wellness. But really strong emotions that stick with you for a long time definitely do. In fact, they can even cause illnesses! Here’s what you need to stay happy and healthy, in body and mind.
PMS TEAS AND TINCTURES
Aunt Flow is here. It’s that time of the month. The crimson tide has arrived. It’s shark week! Whatever you call it, your period has arrived. That means you probably need a way to ease your symptoms, get some energy back, and make it through the week like the boss babe you are. When Midol doesn’t cut it, TCM has your back.
7 QUESTIONS YOUR TCM PRACTITIONER WILL ASK YOU
By now, most of us know the drill when it comes to a typical visit to the doctor. They’ll check our heart rate, measure our height and weight, and maybe get a blood sample. But when your doctor is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, the process is a little different. Here’s what you can expect to be asked by your TCM practitioner.
TLC FOR YOUR LADY PARTS VIA NATURAL MEDICINE
These days, there’s so many gimmicky products out there for your lady parts. There’s washes, wipes, perfumes…and they’re all chock-full of harsh chemicals and synthetic fragrances that we don’t need. So if you’re looking to take care of your downstairs, don’t grab harsh chemical-y products. Instead, take a page out of TCM’s book and go for a more natural, gentle method. Here’s a crash course on taking care of your lady parts with TCM.
HERBAL DECOCTIONS VERSUS HERBAL TINCTURES: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Ever wondered what the difference between herbal tea, decoction, and tincture is? Well, the difference is pretty minor. But that small difference can have major results. Here’s what you need to know about herbal tinctures, decoctions, and everything else in between.
DO YOU HAVE ONE OF THESE COMMON HORMONE IMBALANCES? HERE’S HOW TO TREAT IT NATURALLY
Unfortunately, hormonal imbalances are more common than you might think. But luckily, they’re treatable! And with a little help from Eastern medicine, you can find safe, natural ways to get your hormones back into balance. Here’s how:
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