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The Menstrual Phase > Welcoming the Water Element
By Kavita Gill, R.TCMP, R.Ac In my previous posts, we explored how the ancient Chinese physicians developed an elegant comparison for the menstrual cycle by finding similarities in seasonal changes. Each season represented a different phase, but also illustrated...
The Menstrual Phase > Welcoming the Water Element
By Kavita Gill, R.TCMP, R.Ac In my previous posts, we explored how the ancient Chinese physicians developed an elegant comparison for the menstrual cycle by finding similarities in seasonal changes. Each season represented a different phase, but also illustrated unique characteristics that could be likened to the qualities of the Five Elements. The Five Elements is a seminal theory in TCM,...
Kaleb Montgomery guest panelist on Vision TV’s “theZoomer”
Almost three quarters of Canadians are using Complimentary or Alternative Medicine. Watch Kaleb as he speaks with Denise Donlon and Conrad Black, along with a panel of complimentary medicine practitioners from across Canada, and learn how Canadians are incorporating...
Acupuncture Before Labour
Written by Kaleb Montgomery It is no secret that today’s society is over medicated; from prescription to over the counter drugs, we often take what we are given without giving much thought to more natural methods. For soon-to-be moms, this can be a little...
Spiced Pumpkin-Cranberry Loaf
Written By Angela Warburton Gluten-free, high in healthy fats and nutrient dense, this makes a wonderful healthy winter snack! Temp 350 Cooking time: 50-60 mins (until inserted knife comes out clean) The ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg are naturally warming spices to help...
Working with The Heart Chakra during February (Heart Month)
By Kandiss Fernando R.TCMP. Eastern Medicines view our bodies in a multidimensional way, with the physical body just being one aspect. Within, around and above the physical body are more subtle energy bodies. It is within these more subtle energy fields that our...
Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Written By Joshna Maharaj Makes about 30-2oz cookies I’ve adapted this recipe from an original by Gluten Free Girl. The combination of the dates, honey and coconut oil makes a luxuriously chewy cookie. I use roasted crunchy almond butter and extra dark chocolate...
Thriving During (and not just surviving) the winter
Written by Kandiss Fernando Many of us are really starting to feel the effects of this winter as we get continually overwhelmed with snow, icy winds, and freezing temperatures. In Chinese Medicine, living in tune with nature is essential for our health and...
Gluten Free Black Bean Brownies
By Cassie Tatone I don’t know about you, but I have a total sweet tooth. Anything with sugar or chocolate is a definite weakness for me, so I do my best to add healthy ingredients whenever I’m baking. That is where these black bean brownies come in; they are...
Mindful Moments
Written by Angela Warburton, TCM It’s hard not to get caught up in the busyness that seems to plague our culture at the best of times.We often feel a pressure to be active and productive, but it is also important to check in with the body and mind on a regular basis,...
Warm Ginger Pear Green Smoothie
Written by Angela Warburton, TCM In our last blog post, we talked about the importance of eating according to the season we are in. In the summer, cucumbers, strawberries, tomatoes, and other such vegetables are refreshing and help to cool the body down. In the...
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