Spleen 6 acupressure point is a nourishing supporter for the womb, pelvis, digestion and abdomen. Its name is “Three Yin Intersection” because all three of the leg Yin acupuncture channels, the Spleen, Liver and Kidney channels, meet here. This makes Spleen 6 a fabulous point for supporting the uterus and lower abdomen, because all of…
This week I am continuing the theme of the Earth element within the Chinese medicine 5 element system. As I talk about specific nourishing food for the Spleen, Stomach and for the Earth Element overall, I think you will see the commonalities. All these foods are – simply put – quite earthy. This post is…
Harvest time is an Earthy time of year. This is the time of year when, within the Chinese medicine 5 element philosophy, the Earth organs of the Spleen and Stomach are active. The Earth element comes alive as we prepare for gathering nurturing, assimilate the fruits of summer and transition into fall. The Earth element…
It’s probably no surprise that I prefer tea over tinctures. Yet, I often use tinctures for both myself and for others because of their ease of use. There’s no waiting for a pot of tea to brew, nor do you have to take cups of tea to work with you! Tinctures have many benefits beyond…