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Like many of our ancient herbal allies, saffron threads weave a rich tapestry of connection and exchange between cultures and civilizations throughout time. While it may not typically be associated...

This recipe has been such a nourishing addition to our arsenal of wintertime remedies, and it’s one that your whole household will love. Featuring two of TCM’s best seasonal allies,...

The concept of the "Baby Palace" (Zi Gong) refers to the uterus, which is not only a physical organ, but actually recognized as a vital energy center that plays a...

TCM harbors an innate and ancient understanding regarding the crucial role of digestion to overall health, which is why so many of this tradition’s guidelines focus on promoting digestive health....

In the TCM cosmology, the season of Winter is governed by the spiritual archetype of Zhi (Will-Power), the antidote to the Fear that can otherwise run rampant during this time...

Winter is the most Yin time of year, associated with the element of Water, as well as the organs of the Kidney and Bladder—both of which play a key role...

Tongue diagnosis is an integral part of TCM, providing valuable and holistic insights into a person’s current state of overall health. Viewed as a microcosm of the entire body, the...

There’s an undeniable relationship between emotions and eating habits, which we can observe in the reaching for comfort foods during stressful times or perhaps the loss of appetite when grieving....

TCM regards the Kidneys as the root of life, holding the Jing (essence) that governs growth, reproduction, and longevity. In Chinese medicine, all disease can be traced to the Kidneys,...

TCM has long recognized a connection between the digestive system and the mind, which aligns closely with our modern understanding of the gut-brain axis. This bidirectional communication network between the...

In TCM, we place great importance on fertility as an essential component of vibrant health, indicating the optimal function of—and smooth coordination amongst—many bodily systems. An important aspect of male...

As a truly holistic approach to healing, TCM has comprehensive frameworks for tracing the interconnections between the state of our bodies and the conditions of our environment. Highlighting the ways...