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 […]

Herbal Teas may help during this festive season of Chrostmas and New Years, but in particular for Pregnant women, who may experience indigestion for their whole pregnancy. Here are some easy, pregnancy-safe herbal tea recipes using simple kitchen ingredients to help digestion after holiday indulgence. These teas aim to relieve indigestion, nausea, and bloating. They're […]