by Annalise | Oct 8, 2014 | Energy, Exercise, Happiness, Health, Stress
So much of Chinese philosophy is grounded in balancing yin and yang, and this goes for exercise too. Often times if we are a yang personality, or we’ve had a particularly stressful day, we are drawn to more energetic forms of exercise. Getting the heart rate pumping...
by Annalise | Sep 14, 2014 | Chinese Medicine, Fertility, Happiness, Health, Stress
We all know it is true what they say about laughter being good for the soul. Well, now it seems to be a good medicine, especially for those struggling with fertility. It may sound like of those ‘easier said than done’ statements, when you are faced with...
by Annalise | Sep 4, 2014 | Chinese Medicine, Diet, Exercise, Health, Philosophy, Spring
Spring – Time for Renewal According to the philosophy of Chinese medicine we are all part of the makeup of the natural universe, intricately connected to the flux of the season. Whilst winter was a time to conserve energy and rest, spring is a time of sudden...
by Annalise | Jul 23, 2014 | Health, Winter
Chinese Medicine treatments for winter ailments. Winter has well and truly descended on us here in Melbourne and some of you might have started feeling sniffly and run down. Now, more than ever, we have to pay particular attention to our health and it’s worth looking...
by Annalise | Sep 10, 2013 | Diet, Health, Menstrual Cycle
Phase One – The Menstrual Flow By Annalise DrokGoing With The Flow The menstrual flow speaks volumes about the state of our reproductive health. It is a concept that is simple to grasp, in fact you would think it was almost an unnecessary statement, however it is...
by Annalise | Aug 14, 2013 | Annalise Drok, Health, Menstrual Cycle
The Yin and Yang of the Menstrual Cycle Annalise Drok It’s surprising how may of us women have very little idea of how the menstrual cycle works. Although after years on the pill and being told “if you have unprotected sex, you will get pregnant”...
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.