by admin-altona | Sep 25, 2022 | Womens health, TCM, Wellbeing
Menopause is the Second Spring In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), menopause is called the "Second Spring". It represents the renewal of energy and opportunities as there is a shift from fertility and reproduction, to conserving and nourishing the self. In Asia and...
by admin-altona | Jun 6, 2022 | Womens health, Chinese Herbs, fertility, TCM
Post-Partum thyroid flares If you have a thyroid condition, you may be aware of the chances of having a symptom flare up post-partum, however this can happen to any woman even if they have never experienced thyroid dysregulation before. Post-partum thyroid flares (or...
by admin-altona | Mar 22, 2022 | Wellbeing, TCM, Womens health
The Gut Your gut/digestive system is the foundation of health. If there is inflammation and immune reactions occurring in the gut, that information is passed out throughout your body and can trigger problems on the skin.Your gut lining and skin are also made up of the...
by admin-altona | Mar 21, 2022 | Womens health, fertility
We see many people with varying levels of Endometriosis and Menstrual pain every day in the clinic, and March is Endometriosis Awareness Month - a time to recognise people living with Endometriosis, so that they feel heard, seen and supported. What is Endometriosis? ...
by admin-altona | Mar 15, 2022 | Wellbeing, Chinese Herbs, TCM, Womens health
Gao’s | Wax-Balms In Chinese herbal medicine, Gao refers to a topical herbal medicinal. This includes ointments, lotions, waxes, creams and balms. After experimenting with a range of mediums, my favourite is a blend of sesame oil and beeswax that I refer to as a...
by admin-altona | Feb 10, 2022 | fertility, Wellbeing, Womens health
Hormones are incredibly important during the fertility stages, however often the thyroid hormones are neglected over the reproductive hormones, such as oestrogen. Your thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland located at the front of your neck that produces hormones to...
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