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Spring Energetics: Wood and Wind
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Spring Energetics: Wood and Wind

Seasonal Changes

Spring Energetics: Wood and Wind

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-03-14T10:17:47-04:00March 14th, 2022|Categories: Seasonal Changes|Tags: Chinese medicine, spring, TCM, wind, Wood|

Photo by Joshua Abner from Pexels Although we think of January 1 as the beginning of the year, we can also think of spring as a beginning, as well. During this season we slough off the cool and damp days of winter, and welcome warmth and brightness. In this process, spring becomes the pinnacle of new growth and the start of a new cycle. Spring’s Wood Element According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the spring season is represented by the element of Wood which symbolizes birth, growth, and development. To capture the energy of Wood, consider how during this [...]

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Warmth and Vitality in a Bowl
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Warmth and Vitality in a Bowl

Nutrition, Seasonal Changes, Wellness

Warmth and Vitality in a Bowl

By BrianD|2022-11-15T14:05:17-05:00January 4th, 2022|Categories: Nutrition, Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: bone broth, Chinese medicine, congee, winter|

Photo by Louise Hagger Winter is upon us. As we withdraw to the warmth of our houses, we should keep in mind that the weather isn't the only thing that we should adjust during this season. Just as the Sun goes to bed earlier in Winter, so to speak, and gets up later, so too do we need more rest in Winter than the rest of the year. What we eat should also reflect this most inward-focused season of the year. One of the best things to eat year-round, but especially in Winter is a beef bone broth congee (porridge). [...]

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The Winter Solstice
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The Winter Solstice

Seasonal Changes, Self-Care

The Winter Solstice

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:05:17-05:00December 14th, 2021|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: Chinese medicine, SAD, winter solstice|

Photo by Joanna Kosinska on Unsplash On Tuesday, December 21st, those of us in the Northern Hemisphere will experience the shortest day and the longest night of the year, known as the Winter Solstice. It is also the first day of winter and the day that has the most Yin energy. Such seasonal shifts are important in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as the seasons affect us in mind, body and spirit. Yin being the dark, cold, inward, feminine aspect as opposed to Yang’s bright, warm, energetic masculine energy. These two energies are constantly at play and are at the [...]

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Dr. Bob’s Medicated Oil
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Dr. Bob’s Medicated Oil

Pain, Take Home TCM, Wellness

Dr. Bob’s Medicated Oil

By Dana Iscoe|2022-11-15T14:05:18-05:00October 25th, 2021|Categories: Pain, Take Home TCM, Wellness|Tags: aromatherapy, Chinese medicine, Dr. Bob's Medical Oil, herbs, pain, TCM|

I'm so excited that Mend’s clinic rooms and retail shelves are now stocked with one of my favorite topical products, Dr. Bob's Medicated Oil. Though the name always makes me think of a carnival barker selling a magical cure, this really is a lovely product with a variety of uses and a history connected to that of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine practice here in the US. Opening a bottle of Dr. Bob's fills the room with the bright smell of peppermint and tea – two of the oils used in the mixture. It's easy to pour and [...]

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The Fundamentals of Fall
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The Fundamentals of Fall

Mood, Seasonal Changes, Wellness

The Fundamentals of Fall

By JaimeRoslyn|2023-09-14T09:44:40-04:00September 21st, 2021|Categories: Mood, Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, fall, grief, large intestine, lung, metal|

"The forces of Autumn create dryness in Heaven and metal on Earth; they create the lung organ and the skin upon the body...and the nose, and the white color, and the pungent flavor...the emotion of grief, and the ability to make a weeping sound." - The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine Fall is the season when the days become shorter and the leaves begin to change, presenting us with their beautiful colors before they fall off the trees to prepare for the coming winter. It is the time of year that we go from the relaxed and carefree attitudes [...]

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Treating Long Haulers
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Treating Long Haulers

coronavirus, Immunity, Wellness

Treating Long Haulers

By BrianD|2022-11-15T14:05:19-05:00September 14th, 2021|Categories: coronavirus, Immunity, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, covid, long hauler symptoms|

The last year and a half has been challenging for all of us. However, just like the night sky there is also light sprinkled in with the dark. An example of this light I would like to focus on is Chinese medicine’s success in treating “long hauler” symptoms of Covid-19. Covid-19 has been a challenge for standard care as we all know. One of the most difficult aspects of the virus for some are the symptoms that never seem to go away even after recovering from the initial illness. Most common long hauler symptoms that we see are shortness [...]

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Ba Duan Jin: The Eight Brocades
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Ba Duan Jin: The Eight Brocades

Movement, Self-Care, Take Home TCM, Wellness

Ba Duan Jin: The Eight Brocades

By Alexandra|2022-11-15T14:05:37-05:00August 3rd, 2021|Categories: Movement, Self-Care, Take Home TCM, Wellness|Tags: ba duan jin, Chinese medicine, movement, qigong|

Medical Qi Gong for Health & Vitality I was recently digging through my things and found some old notes on the Ba Duan Jin (also known as The Eight Brocades) from my Qi Gong classes in acupuncture school. A set of eight exercises that my classmates and I often used in between classes, before exams, in an attempt to slow down and tune in. I have since gotten out of the practice of doing it, but would like to integrate it back into my life because it is such a simple and relatively quick set of gentle exercises/stretches that [...]

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Alternate Nostril Breathing
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Alternate Nostril Breathing

Self-Care, Take Home TCM, Wellness

Alternate Nostril Breathing

By Alexandra|2022-11-15T14:05:37-05:00July 19th, 2021|Categories: Self-Care, Take Home TCM, Wellness|Tags: breathwork, centering, Chinese medicine, nostril breathing|

Alternate nostril breathing technique (aka Nadi Shodhana) is a favorite go-to of mine for quick n’ easy centering. It’s a helpful tool to have in your pocket when you are feeling anxious, unfocused, ungrounded, or just “off.” This particular breathing technique balances the right and left hemispheres of the brain and calms the nervous system. It can be used at anytime, but can be especially useful during the summer season. In Chinese medicine, the summer season is the most yang of the seasons and corresponds to the Heart organ and the element of Fire. The Heart is associated with [...]

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What is a DOM?
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What is a DOM?

Acupuncturists, FAQ, Wellness

What is a DOM?

By BrianD|2022-11-15T14:05:37-05:00June 28th, 2021|Categories: Acupuncturists, FAQ, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, DOM, TCM|

As health and wellness needs have evolved in the 21st century, Mend has become part of that positive change. Offering affordable, non-invasive, whole-person healthcare that gets results has been part of Mend’s mission since its creation. With that goal in mind, Mend has gathered together an amazing group of practitioners that are not only great at what they do, but are also genuinely good people. Among the practitioners at Mend is Brian Dougherty, a Doctor of Oriental* Medicine. We took some time to sit with Dr. Brian to talk about what exactly a “Doctor of Oriental Medicine” is, and [...]

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A Return to Summer
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A Return to Summer

Seasonal Changes, Wellness

A Return to Summer

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:05:41-05:00June 15th, 2021|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Wellness|Tags: Chinese medicine, covid, summer, TCM|

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, summer is the most yang, energetic time of year – the season to be the most active and outgoing. It is ruled by the Fire element, the heart organ, the emotion of joy and the sound of laughter. Sounds about right, doesn’t it? This is the season that calls for us to enjoy moments with friends, family and loved ones. And now thankfully, with the uptick in vaccination and the lowering positivity rate we are able to get back to enjoying time with others and be more in alignment with summer’s energetics. The fire element. [...]

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