by Annalise | Aug 11, 2021 | Chinese Medicine, Diet, Health, Keren Rochwerger, Menstrual Cycle, Ovulation, PCOS
Written by Keren Rochwerger Treating PCOS with Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine A recent trip to the Doctor confirms a diagnosis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Feelings of confusion and despair arise. You search online trying to understand what this diagnosis...
by Annalise | Mar 17, 2020 | Chinese Medicine, COVID-19, Energy, Exercise, Health, Quiescence, Seasons, Winter
Colds, Flus, COVID-19 and how to stay healthy this season is in the forefront of everyone minds right now. Fortunately Chinese medicine has a lot to offer for both building the body’s immunity and how to treat infectious diseases. In fact this is one of the...
by Annalise | Feb 5, 2019 | Chinese Medicine, Chinese New Year, Chinese Zodiac, Green Living, Health, Philosophy, Quiescence
Today, 5th of February 2019, marks the start of the two week celebration of Chinese New Year – Happy Year of the Earth Pig! Chinese astrology is based on a 12 year cycle with a corresponding element (wind, fire, earth, water or metal) and an animal representing...
by Annalise | Mar 29, 2018 | Chinese Medicine, Diet, Diet Therapy, Health, Menstrual Cycle, Ovulation, Quiescence
All about endometriosis and some things you can do to help. March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on this often misunderstood condition. Here at Quiescence, we are committed to helping individuals with endometriosis live their best...
by Annalise | Feb 2, 2017 | Chinese Medicine, Chinese Zodiac, Emotions, Health, Philosophy
Happy Year of the Rooster to you all! January 28th marked the start of the two week celebrations for Chinese New Year. In China the belief is that as you enter a new year it is a new beginning. It is traditional to clean your house, pay off debts, purchase new...
by Annalise | Sep 18, 2015 | Chinese Medicine, Happiness, Health, Herbs, Spring
Spring is an amazing time in the garden, as Yang emerges from the extremes of Yin we see blossoms and growth everywhere. Liver energy is highest during Spring giving us the momentum to move forward into Summer and the opening of the heart energy. Enjoy spending...
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.
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 rooted in the core principles of Chinese Medicine. It combines gentle movements with controlled breathing… Read more: The Benefits of Qigong
From time to time everyone has temporary feelings of anxiety or worry. See how Chinese Medicine approaches Anxiety.