Spring is the season where it is important to embrace rest and relaxation. The energy is rising, the temperature is warming and the days are longer. Let’s explore movement, timed breaks and meditation.

Spring is when the energy bursts upward and outwards. Spring is flexible and bending as well as strong and durable. During spring flowers bloom, babies are born and spirits are lifted. Eat smaller meals regularly, especially dark leafy greens and fish. Remember to get enough sleep.

Cinnamon, ginger and tumeric are well known and are commonly used as culinary spices. They are all used in Chinese herbal medicine to treat illness and are also used to flavour dishes.

All of these spices are great to use in winter cooking to help retain warmth. Enjoy the benefits of applying this new information to your ongoing health preservation.

Chinese medicine has important information to share when it comes to preserving the strength of our digestion. Here are some suggestions to help us to be mindful when eating.

Summer is when the energy is the most dynamic, expansive and vital. There is the desire to be active. That is to be full of the excitement of living. This season emphasises the act of giving and receiving warmth especially healthy human connection.

Winter is when the energy is deep within and is almost resting this is yin. The days are short and the nights are long.

Winter is a time to conserve energy and snuggle in. Sleep longer and move slowly to store reserves to be used in spring. It is a time where the atmosphere condenses and crystallises on surfaces.

Do you feel the winter cold and find it difficult to get warm?

Is your back weak, sore and cold? This easy treatment may be just right for you.

Autumn is when the energy is beginning to draw inwards in preparation for winter hibernation. Here are some great ways to calm the senses and move inward.