Qi and Blood are inseparable. In fact, Blood is Qi, just in a very dense form.

Let’s address the age-old question: What is Qi? The answer is as elusive as Qi itself and therefore has understandably captivated humans for centuries. 

I’ve come to realise what a dramatic contrast exercising in a hot room and then eating very cold food was doing to my body, and in particular, my menstrual cycle.

In Chinese Medicine, Autumn is the time of the Metal element, the Lungs and Large Intestine. This season and these organs are very much about letting go.

Let’s face it, Winter can be tough!

It’s cold, daylight hours are short and the common cold seems to lurk, just waiting for someone to pounce on.

Fortunately, Chinese Medicine can offer us lots of wisdom on how to stay well and thrive in the Winter months.