by admin | Aug 28, 2023 | Chinese Medicine, Exercise, Quiescence
The Benefits of Qigong Recently we were lucky enough to meet Emma Adnams, the founder of Move for Life Qigong, and experience her wonderful Qigong classes here in Fitzroy. Qigong, pronounced “chee goong” is an ancient energy-centred movement practice, deeply...
by Annalise | Feb 11, 2023 | Birth, Chinese Medicine, Emotions, Energy, Health, Winter
Happy Year of the Rabbit! Sunday 22nd January marked the beginning of the 2 week celebration of Chinese New Year. Let’s take a look at what we can expect. Chinese astrology is based on a 12 year cycle with a corresponding element (wind, fire, earth, water or metal)...
by Annalise | Nov 10, 2022 | Birth, Chinese Medicine, Diet, Diet Therapy, Emotions, Energy, Health, Herbs, Philosophy, Winter
Medicinal Mushrooms are edible mushrooms with known health benefits. They have been used in traditional medicines across the globe since before recorded history and are highly regarded tonic herbs in Chinese Medicine. Originally thought of by Daoist monks to promote...
by Annalise | Jun 24, 2022 | Birth, Chinese Medicine, Diet, Diet Therapy, Emotions, Energy, Health, Recipes, Winter
Here at Quiescence Chinese Medicine one of our favourite dishes to prepare for new mums is Lamb Shanks with Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), ginger and dates. This traditional Chinese medicine recipe is deeply warming and restorative, helping to replenish Blood,...
by Annalise | May 30, 2022 | Chinese Medicine, Courtney Fisher, Practitioners, Skin Care
Hello, my name’s Courtney, I’ve got a whole lot to say about acne! You may like to start by reading my previous blog post – How to Treat Acne: A Personal Experience, where you’ll find additional advice for acne-prone skin. Let’s start with a disclaimer...
by Annalise | Jan 28, 2022 | Annalise Drok, Balance, Chinese Medicine, Diet, Diet Therapy, Digestion, Emotions, Health, Herbs, Seasons
How Chinese Medicine Can Support Your Digestive Health Chinese Medicine believes digestion plays an integral role in every aspect of our well being. When our digestive function is not optimal it can result in all manner of health complaints. Let’s take a look at...
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