In preventing a cold or flu, an important place to begin is to make sure to wear the appropriate clothing for your environment. There is a higher likelihood of catching a cold on a windy day, especially when there is a combination of wind, cold, and or damp weather. Be sure to have clothing layers...
There are many reasons that the lungs become susceptible to sickness. The lungs often become weak due to damage caused by a chronic illness, in particular, when it was never fully resolved. Many people report that they were rarely sick until they had one bad cold or flu. The reason for this is that the...
A Five Element View: In preparing for spring, we begin with an understanding of how each season affects every other. Our sense of balance, as we go into the spring, is intricately connected to whether or not we took the time to rest in the winter (restore, be still, and go inward). Spring is associated...
The Asian medicine view of allergies is related to a syndrome called Wei Qi deficiency. The Wei Qi is said to create a boundary between the individual and their environment. When the Wei qi is sufficient, a person will have a resistance to external pathogens, aiding in the prevention of common colds and allergies. A...
During menopause, most women will have a pattern called Yin deficiency. The hormonal changes that occur during menopause can cause a group of very uncomfortable symptoms for women, such as hot flashes, night sweats, emotional fluctuations, and more. These symptoms represent a loss of fluids in the body, called Yin deficiency in Asian medicine. Acupuncture...