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...
by jodi | Jan 6, 2012 | Alternative Medicine, Health Tips
The Liver plays an important role in traditional Chinese Medicine is in charge of the smooth flow of qi throughout the body. Stagnation of the flow of liver qi frequently disrupts the flow in the body, producing feelings of frustration, anger and overwhelm. Liver...