Traditional Chinese Medicine

Christina hams it up holding a pretend mustache under her nose.
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Supporting Immunity using Traditional Chinese Medicine: Workshop at Victoria Anarchist Book Fair

Getcher MOXA ON and other such excellent immunity boosting strategies!! Learn some basics for supporting and building immunity based on centuries old ancestral traditions as part of the 18th Annual Victoria Anarchist Book Fair! Supporting Immunity using Traditional Chinese Medicine  Sunday Sept 24, 12:00-12:50pm (Outdoor tent, weather permitting) Cold and flu season is upon us…

Sarah & David’s Summer Season Tips!
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Sarah & David’s Summer Season Tips!

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, summer is associated with the fire element and corresponds to the Heart organ system. During the summer months, both our environment and our bodies are filled with Yang energy. This is a time of heat, movement, activity, abundance and socializing within our community. In contrast, winter often brings a pull…

Sarah & David’s Spring Season Tips
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Sarah & David’s Spring Season Tips

Spring is the time of renewal, growth and new beginnings. According to the philosophy of Five Elements of Chinese Medicine, spring corresponds to the “Wood” element, which correlates to the Liver and Gallbladder energies. The Liver is responsible for the smooth flowing of Qi (energy) throughout the body. When the liver functions smoothly, physical and…

Acupressure for chest clearing & lung support
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Acupressure for chest clearing & lung support

In TCM, the lungs are a “tender organ”, kinda like Goldilocks ;) They prefer moderate conditions that are not too dry or moist and not too hot or cold. They are vulnerable to “external pathogens” such as viruses, bacteria, mold, but also other environmental particulate including pollen and under our current circumstances, the toxic particles…