by Annalise | Oct 20, 2016 | Chinese Medicine, Emotions
Spring has arrived and boy has it been dramatic this year! Chinese Medicine associates Spring with the Wood element, Liver and Gallbladder Qi, the colour green and the emotions of anger and kindness. From the quiet of winter, spring and the Wood element are born. It...
by Annalise | Aug 15, 2016 | Breastfeeding, Chinese Medicine, Diet, Diet Therapy, low milk supply, Recipes
The first week of August marks World Breastfeeding Week and we thought what better way to celebrate than with a tasty Biscuits for Breast Milk ! In Chinese Medicine theory breast milk is an expression of the Blood energetic and Qi (vital energy). It is understood that...
by Annalise | Jul 1, 2016 | Chinese Medicine, Emotions, Energy, Winter
After a mild autumn, winter hit with a bang. This winter has been full of frosty mornings and rainy days. Chinese medicine associates winter with the Water element, Kidney Qi, the colour blue and the emotion of fear. Kidney Qi is heightened during the winter months...
by Annalise | May 2, 2016 | Autumn, Balance, Chinese Medicine, Emotions, Happiness, Philosophy, Seasons
Last year we discussed the importance of building up your immunity and Qi when Autumn begins and Summer wains (you can read more on that here.) In Chinese philosophy we are also affected by seasonal change emotionally; a deeper understanding of this can help us live...
by Annalise | Feb 8, 2016 | Chinese Medicine, Chinese New Year, Chinese Zodiac, Quiescence
Happy Year of the Monkey to you all! As the Year of the Sheep wound down, the staff here at Quiescence embraced some big life changes. Our lovely practitioner Rose was married, and has been enjoying a well earned break traveling in Bali, while Purdy is planning her...
by Annalise | Nov 29, 2015 | Chinese Medicine, Diet, Happiness, Recipes
This is an old family recipe made with spelt and almond meal, it’s super dense and full of fruit. Ideal for big family Christmas or to last the entire holidays, you could easily half the recipe if you don’t want such a large cake. Best made a few week in...
Discover safe, effective pain relief with Chinese medicine in Melbourne. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, remedial massage & more—natural alternatives to medication.
Are you curious about the role of Acupuncture during fertility treatment and IVF? In this latest blog post, you will learn how fertility Acupuncture can improve IVF success, reduce stress and support reproductive health.
As March is Endometriosis Awareness month, let’s delve into the symptoms and diagnosis of this condition and discuss ways your Chinese Medicine Practitioner can help manage your symptoms.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine and culture, the first month after giving birth is considered crucial to the immediate and future health of both the mother and her baby. This is a period of time where it is encouraged for the mother to rest, recuperate and be nourished.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine and culture, the first month after giving birth is considered crucial to the immediate and future health of both the mother and her baby. This is a period of time where it is encouraged for the mother to rest, recuperate and be nourished.