How I Curbed My Sugar Cravings“Oh no! I can’t fit into my jeans!!” I yelled to my husband. This happened to me about a month ago. During my pregnancy I gained over ...
A Delicious Winter Stew to Nourish Your UterusAs we move into the coldest part of the year, I find myself needing more time to rest, hibernate, and reflect upon what has passed and what is ...
10 Foods To Balance HormonesHormones are our body’s control system. But when they are disrupted with chemicals that lurk in through processed foods, scented fresheners and ...
A Simple Liver CleanseThe liver is one of the most important organs in the body. It plays a role in 500 vital processes, from digestion to balancing hormones to ...
Three Essential Nutrients to Fight Stress, Depression, Anxiety and FatigueIf you feel depressed, irritable, anxious or tired, it may simply be that you’re not getting certain essential nutrients from your diet. Today, ...
The Eight Treasures of Chinese Medicine for Women’s Reproductive HealthNo matter how old you are, it’s never to early, nor too late, to begin to strengthen your reproductive system with the eight treasures of ...
Are You Getting Enough Protein in Your Diet?Gosh, there are so many different kinds of diets out there. Some advocate a high-protein diet, while others advocate a low-protein diet. Who is ...
Food Therapy to Harmonize MenstruationFor women, menstruation is an important time during the monthly cycle. On one hand, you want to discharge the shielded uterine lining completely. ...
Top 10 Alkaline Foods for Healthy Menstrual CyclesIs your body overly acidic? This could be the reason for your PMS, fatigue, mood swings, and other menstrual disharmonies. Check out the 1o ...
Top 10 Anti-inflammatory Foods to Ease Period Pain and PMSPeriod pain? PMS? Heavy or irregular periods? Chronic inflammation may be brewing in your body. Add these super anti-inflammatory foods to ...
Spring: An Important Time For Food ConsciousnessAs Winter energetically recedes, Spring’s energy increases and we enter into the morning of the year. The energy of the season is rising. If we ...
Detoxifying Herbal TeasThere’s a famous saying in Chinese Medicine, “Whenever there is stagnation, there is pain.” This pain can be both physical and ...
Foods that Detoxify the Liver and Promote CirculationIn our body, the liver is the organ responsible for breaking down estrogen and helping to eliminate excess estrogen from the body. If you have an ...
Nutrition at a Glance: Types, Functions, Sources and Daily RequirementAs I’m learning nutrition and metabolism in my Anatomy and Physiology class, I realize that I have many misconceptions about nutrition. It’s ...
Low-Glycemic-Index Diet May Be an Answer to Your Menstrual ProblemsSince I began a low-glycemic-index diet, I’ve noticed a significant reduction of menstrual cramps and PMS symptoms, and a substantial improvement ...
The Little Guide to a Healthy and Balanced DietWikipedia lists over 50 types of diets. And it humbly calls it “an incomplete list, which may never be able to satisfy particular standards for ...
What To Eat Before, During and After Your PeriodOur body’s needs change depending on the stages of our menstrual cycle, it’s helpful to know what to eat before, during and after our periods. ...
Simple Foods to Nourish Your BloodWell-nourished blood is essential for radiant skin, normal menstruation, and vital energy. Check out the best foods to build strong blood. Every ...
The Art of Tea: 10 Things to Avoid When Drinking TeaI love my tea. There’s just nothing quite like a fresh cup of hot tea – the warmth, the subtle and delightful aroma, and the feeling of calm and ...
Foods That Relieve Menstrual ProblemsAccording to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), much of the premenstrual syndrome and menstrual problems we experience are caused by the ...
Top 10 Foods to Calm Irritability and AnxietyFeeling irritable or anxious? Certain foods can help calm your nerve and make you feel more grounded. Check out the top 10 foods to calm ...
Delicious Breakfast Recipe for Healthy Menstrual CyclesYesterday I started my period and had some pretty intense cramps. I cuddled up with my heating pad and went to bed at 9:30pm last night. This ...
Dang Gui Tea, Blood Tonic for PMS & MenopauseDang Gui has gained a nickname as the “female ginseng,” thanks to its many amazing benefits for women’s health, especially the reproductive ...
Chinese Women’s Beauty Secret: Homemade SoymilkOccasionally I get nice compliments on my skin complexion. When I do I often respond with a coy smile, “Thank you. It’s a Chinese secret.” For ...
Tea Recipe for Insomnia and AnxietyRed dates and goji berries tea is one of my favorite teas of all time. It helps with insomnia and anxiety, and benefits the menstrual cycles. ...
PMS Relief: Mood Lifting Rose TeaWhen I went back to China for the Chinese New Year, my sister-in-law bought me a tea set with a candle that burns underneath the teapot to keep ...
Nourishing Teas for Healthy Menstrual CylesIn my travels to China, I came across of a couple of great tea recipes that are known to nourish blood, boost energy, and calm mood and spirit. ...
Five Element Diet for PMS ReliefI am flying to China tonight to see my family and celebrate the Chinese New Year. With a civilization spanning some 5,000 years, my Chinese ...
PMS Diet: Italian SecretIn Italy, I was inspired by its history and art, but I was just as inspired by its food. Italian meals are juicy, sensational, sensual, ...
PMS Sugar Craving & Comfort FoodIt’s getting cold outside. Your feel stuck in a familiar blue mood, only this time it’s darker and deeper than ever. And this deep shade of blue ...
PMS and Diet: A Common Sense ViewIt is not a secret that what we eat affects our bodies. One of the most common pieces of advice on almost any health-related issue is to begin ...