Late Summer in Australia starts in February and represents the waning of the intense Summer Heat. Leading into Autumn, it's a good time to start building the Spleen and Stomach Qi with nourishing soups, stews and slow cooked meals. Carrot, Sweet Potato & Lentil Stew with Turmeric Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, […]

What is Late Summer? In TCM the “five seasons” include not only Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, but also a transitional season often called Late Summer (sometimes “Long Summer” or cháng xià 長夏). For Australians, Late Summer corresponds approximately to February and March (or in the Southern Hemisphere between late January and early March) when the […]

The Science behind Healthy Digestion Our gut and brain have similar nervous system tissue and mirror each other. Evidence for the brain-gut connection includes interchangeable communication through nerves, hormones and immune pathways. Healthy Digestion at Christmas: A TCM Perspective The Christmas season is a time for celebration, family, and of course, indulgent meals. But between […]

Healthy Eating, Summer Body & Weight Loss Summer calls for “beach-ready” energy, and healthy eating often takes centre stage. But for many people, the weight loss journey is frustrating. You may be asking: can acupuncture really help with weight loss? What the research shows There is some evidence that acupuncture in combination with diet and […]

Nutrient Dense Irish Stew with a TCM twist! The simplicity of an Irish Stew shouldn't be underestimated. There's some wonderful nourishing aspects to this classic, and I've come up with a way to add a TCM aromatic spices twist. To add warmth and a gentle pungency to the Irish Stew without using chilli (which can […]

As the weather cools, nothing comforts quite like a nourishing bowl of Ginger Chicken and Leek Soup. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, chicken is prized for its ability to tonify the Spleen, which helps support digestion and overall vitality, especially during Winter when our Yang energy needs extra care. Leeks, with their mild […]