by jodi | Sep 9, 2013 | Alternative Medicine, Blog, Health Tips
1. Get Outside – Fall can be a treat for the senses: the crisp air, apple picking, pumpkin carving, a gorgeous canopy of fall foliage, and the crunch of leaves underfoot. These months are a great time to exercise outdoors and enjoy cooler temperatures....
by jodi | Apr 15, 2013 | Alternative Medicine, Blog, Health Tips
Diabetes is a disease when the human body is unable to produce glucose and as the result of it the blood sugar rises too high. There are two types of diabetes, Type I, acquired at birth and Type II, usually found in teens and adults and is acquired by improper diet,...
by jodi | Sep 2, 2012 | Blog, Health Tips
Cleansing and detoxifying prepares our bodies for winter. Cleansing the Liver, Kidneys, Intestines and Lymphatic system strengthens the immune system, so we are better equipped to fight off colds and flus. Also, it’s a great way to get into the habit of eating...
by jodi | Jul 24, 2012 | Blog, Health Tips
The kidneys’ function of regulating water metabolism in traditional Chinese medicine practice closely parallels their function in Western medicine, but their influence is much more far-reaching. They are the storage place for vital essence (jing), a substance...
by jodi | Apr 10, 2012 | Blog, Health Tips
Our bodies release water through urine, sweat and breathing and the body begins to prioritize water usage as soon as we consume too little water. The top priority is the blood; without water the blood loses its viscosity and is not able to adequately transport...