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16/04/2026

https://www.rchm.co.uk/articles/bbc-coverage-of-topical-steroid-withdrawal-tsw-and-the-plight-of-eczema-patients?fbclid=IwY2xjawRNJIBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeHxYVSifAUn6ply71M3EA1S_r7Y9SCoENFD_boCv_mqqL0vfV2ZcVSYtj_B0_aem_qO7YQBrLiX_mwccpr-sjUg

RCHM response to BBC coverage of Topical Steroid Withdrawal

01/04/2026

🌼 Happy Easter

Wishing you a peaceful and uplifting Easter weekend! May these days bring you small moments of comfort, steady strength, and a sense of renewal. We hope you find time to rest, recharge, and connect with what keeps you grounded.
Sending you warm thoughts, encouragement, and hope this Easter.
Bettina & Michael

Please note that we are closed for the main Easter holidays and will be back on Tuesday.

25/03/2026

Feeling stressed or anxious? In Chinese medicine, this often means Liver Qi is stuck, creating tension, headaches, and emotional overwhelm.
Because the Liver and Heart channels connect, stress can easily spill into anxiety.
Acupuncture and Chinese herbs helps move Qi, ease stress, and bring the mind back to calm.

13/03/2026

TUNE UP FOR AUTUMN Chinese medicine treats the shift into autumn as a moment when the body naturally pivots from the expansive, outward energy of summer toward the inward, protective energy of the cooler months.
🍂 How autumn affects the body in Chinese medicine

Autumn is associated with the Lungs and Large Intestine, organs linked to:

Respiration and immunity
Skin health
Letting go—physically and emotionally

Dryness is considered the dominant climate of autumn, so anything that depletes fluids or irritates the Lung system can show up more strongly now.

🍁 What “tuning up” in autumn typically focuses on

Practitioners often aim to support the Lung system and clear any lingering summer imbalance. This may include:

Moistening the Lungs — through foods like pears, honey, white fungus, almonds, or soups
Supporting digestion — warm, cooked foods; reducing cold/raw foods; gentle spices like ginger
Strengthening immunity — gentle breathing practices, qigong, and adequate rest

The seasonal tune‑up is less about treating illness and more about resetting the system so the body enters autumn with a stronger resilience.

06/03/2026

Celebrating women’s extraordinary bodies.
Honouring the complex, powerful journey women move through in every stage of life.

In Chinese medicine, women are said to have an “extraordinary organ” — the uterus — a centre of creation and transformation that makes the female body truly remarkable.

Women’s health in Chinese medicine is rooted in nurturing balance. Through acupuncture, herbal medicine and supportive lifestyle practices, CM helps ease period pain, support fertility, nourish pregnancy and postpartum, and guide women smoothly through menopause.

A gentle, personalised approach to help women feel grounded, supported, and well in every season of life.

Happy International Women’s Day!

03/03/2026

How to be more optimistic

Gloomy weather and bad news can make it easy to feel low. But a few simple habits can shift your mindset toward optimism.

Why it matters: Positive emotions are linked with better health. In both Western research and Chinese medicine, happiness is connected to healthier brain function and stronger blood‑vessel regulation.

Simple ways to build optimism:

Re‑frame challenges — look for lessons, silver linings, or anything you can grow from.

Set small daily goals — achievable, specific tasks boost confidence and momentum.

Focus on what went well — take a moment each day to notice the positives.

Practice gratitude — reflect on people, moments, or comforts you appreciate.

Strengthen social ties — spend time with supportive, uplifting people.

Try the half‑smile — a brief, gentle smile can shift mood and outlook.

Small steps, practiced consistently, can make optimism a daily habit.

Read more at: https://shenhealing.com/f/how-to-be-more-optimistic

25/02/2026

🌿 Endometriosis & Chinese Medicine — A Quick Guide

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing pain, heavy periods, and sometimes fertility challenges.
🔍 How TCM Understands It

TCM doesn’t treat endo as one single disease. Instead, it looks at patterns like:

Qi stagnation → cramping, bloating, stress

Blood stasis → sharp, fixed pain, clots

Cold in the uterus → pain eased by warmth

Organ deficiency → fatigue, irregular cycles

🌱 TCM Approaches

Herbal medicine to move qi/blood, reduce inflammation, warm the womb

Acupuncture for pain relief + cycle regulation

Moxibustion for cold‑type pain

Diet therapy: warm foods, reduce cold/raw, support digestion

TCM aims to address the root imbalance rather than only the symptoms

📌 Evidence Check

Research is still limited, but TCM is often used alongside Western care to help manage symptoms.

💛 Takeaway

TCM offers a holistic, individualized approach that many people use to support period pain, regulate cycles, and enhance overall wellbeing.

20/02/2026

🌬️ Stay Cool This Weekend — Inside & Out

Melbourne’s heating up, but you don’t have to. Here’s how to beat the heat with smart habits and cooling foods from Chinese medicine.

💧 Body Cooling Tips
• Hydrate early & often — iced tea, water, electrolytes
• Wear loose, light fabrics (cotton, linen)
• Cool pulse points — wrists, neck, knees
• Eat light — skip heavy, heat-generating meals

❄️ Cooling Foods (TCM wisdom)
Veggies: cucumber, celery, bok choy, bitter melon, spinach
Fruits: watermelon, pear, kiwi, citrus, rockmelon
Drinks: chrysanthemum tea, mint tea, barley water, coconut water
Extras: mung beans, tofu, seaweed, aloe vera

🔥 Skip these if you’re overheating:
Alcohol, coffee, spicy food, fried meals, lamb, beef

🥗 Easy combos:
• Cucumber + mint salad
• Cold mung bean soup
• Watermelon + lime snack
• Tofu with sesame dressing
• Chrysanthemum tea over ice

Stay cool, stay nourished.
— Bettina & Michael

16/02/2026

🐎 Happy New Year of the Horse

Step into 2026 with energy, movement, and fresh momentum. The Horse brings passion, confidence, and big forward strides — but balance is everything.

✨ Wellness Tips for the Horse Year

• Support your Heart + Spirit
Think calm mind, steady emotions, and restful sleep.

• Move your body
Walk, stretch, flow — keep Qi circulating without burning out.

• Nourish wisely
Heart‑loving foods like goji berries, red dates, leafy greens, and grounding meals that keep you centred.

• Balance fire with calm
Meditation, breathwork, early nights, and time in nature.

• Stay emotionally steady
The Horse can spark excitement and restlessness. Acupuncture helps regulate stress, sleep, and mood.

✨ Best time for treatments

Seasonal tune‑ups, stressful periods, new beginnings, or anytime you need grounding and clarity.

09/02/2026

“Give the gift of balance this Valentine’s Day — a personalised acupuncture treatment or consultation designed just for them.”

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05/02/2026

Moisturising Lotion for Dry & Sensitive Skin

Soothe dry, cracked skin with our deeply nourishing moisturising lotion. This gentle formula blends traditional Chinese herbal extracts — including Angelica and Asparagus — long valued for their ability to hydrate and replenish the skin.

Cooling Aloe vera and nutrient‑rich sesame oil melt into a luxurious coconut‑based cream, leaving your skin feeling soft, calm, and comfortably moisturised. Perfect for dry or sensitive skin types, and ideal for everyday use.

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02/02/2026

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