The Role of Ubiquinol on Female + Male Fertility WORDS: Alyce Cimino | Lead Naturopath from AHARA Health Did you know that both sperm and egg cells develop over roughly three months before fertilisation? This means that the eggs and sperm you have today are actually influenced from 3 months ago! For this reason, this […]

Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Fibromyalgia (FM) both cause pain and stiffness, but they are very different conditions and require different approaches to care. Lets take a closer look at Polymyalgia pain and its associated symptoms. What is Polymyalgia Rheumatica? (PMR) Polymyalgia is an inflammatory condition that affects tissues around the joints. Usually affects adults over 50 […]

In Chinese Herbal Medicine, fatigue isn’t treated as a single condition. Instead, it’s understood by pattern differentiation—looking at which systems are under strain and why the tiredness developed. The most common patterns behind tiredness involve the Kidneys, Spleen and Stomach or Liver. Each presents differently and requires a different herbal approach. A Kidney Pattern: Deep […]

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome vs Fibromyalgia: What’s the Difference? Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also known as ME/CFS, and Fibromyalgia (FM) are often discussed together because they share overlapping symptoms. Both conditions can be exhausting, frustrating, and difficult to explain. However, they are not the same condition, and understanding the differences can help guide more appropriate care […]

Let's take a look at some of the mechanisms of Acupuncture that may help Fibromyalgia (FM). A chronic condition marked by widespread pain, muscle stiffness, fatigue and sleep challenges, it deeply affects daily function and quality of life. Fibromyalgia is NOT INFLAMMATORY nor an autoimmune disease. This means it doesn't cause inflammation, swelling, or damage […]

In Classical Chinese Medicine, treating sinus and chest congestion depends on the underlying pattern, whether due to wind-cold, wind-heat, damp-phlegm, or chronic deficiency. Here are my top four formulas used to address different types of congestion: 1. Xin Yi San – Magnolia Flower Powder Best for: Sinus congestion due to wind-coldSymptoms: Stuffy nose, frontal headaches, […]