by Annalise | Feb 21, 2022 | Chinese New Year, Chinese Zodiac, Quiescence, Seasons, Summer
Happy Year of the Tiger! Thursday 1st February 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...
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...
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 15, 2017 | Chinese Medicine, Diet, Emotions, Energy, Summer
In Chinese Medicine theory there is a fifth season – Late Summer. Melbourne seems to be experiencing an endless summer at the moment. Late summer is a transitional time between Summer and Autumn; the mornings are cool, the days are not so ferociously hot and...
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...
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.