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 […]

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 […]

Heart (Fire) Meridian Stretch in Japanese Yoga The Heart meridian runs along the inner arm, from the armpit to the pinky finger. A Heart (Fire) meridian stretch in Japanese Yoga focuses on opening the chest, expanding the shoulders, and stretching the inner arms to promote emotional balance, joy, and energy flow. Stretch: Chest Opener with […]

Chai Dandy Tea with Ginger Ingredients: 1 cup dandelion root tea (brewed from roasted dandelion root) ½ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp ground cardamom ¼ tsp ground cloves ¼ tsp ground nutmeg 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, sliced or grated 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based) 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness) […]