Health in Flow Chinese Medicine

02/06/2025

Autumn sure was a long time coming and we're still feeling that now, with the leaves still holding on but Winter is just around the corner so here are some tips on how to blend harmoniously with this season 😃

As winter draws in with its cold winds, shorter days, and longer nights, our bodies and minds are invited to slow down, reflect, and preserve energy. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), winter is not just a season—it is an essential phase in the cycle of nature and health. It is the time of

30/10/2023

This might give you an idea of what Chinese Medicine involves and how it has a holistic approach to health! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's not uncommon to find ourselves wrestling with anxiety. The pressures of work, relationships, and the constant buzz of technology can leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from our inner selves. However, there's a time-tested approach that offers

16/03/2023

I love my sleep and sometimes, sadly, there are times when I just don't sleep well. The great thing about Chinese Medicine is that we work with everyone as an individual and work with their own specific imbalances. I can fortunately apply this knowledge to help myself and others return to that lovely rejuvenating sleep!

If you have trouble sleeping, have a look at this article about the common and different types of insomnia in Chinese Medicine. It has a few tips you can apply for each type and if the improvement isn't enough, please see your Chinese Medicine practitioner for extra support! :)

Insomnia is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. In Chinese Medicine, insomnia is viewed as a symptom rather than a disease. Chinese Medicine recognises different types of insomnia, each with its unique set of causes and symptoms. The treatment of insomnia in Chinese Medicine is ta

09/03/2023

In Autumn we move from the activity of Summer to the more yin and inward looking times of the year. 🌿🍁🍂🍃

17/02/2023

I just came back from a QUIT smoking workshop at Vincentcare's Homelessness Resource Centre, where I met a group of inspiring individuals taking some difficult steps towards improving their health and life.

After sharing their stories of their quitting process, including challenges and successes, they enjoyed some community-setting acupuncture, where everyone sat in a group, supporting each other and received acupuncture to help with their cravings and any associated anxiety.

It was a real honour to work with these lovely people and I continue to be inspired by how acupuncture can help people lead more fulfilling lives!

Every year, many people make the important decision to quit smoking. This decision begins a challenging journey because ni****ne addiction is very strong, with some people saying that it is as addictive as he**in. In addition, there are habits which we have formed that are strongly linked to smoking

03/01/2023

The Fire Element creates the season of Summer and is the home of the Heart and the Heart Protector. These meridians are where we experience joy and relationship, so Summer is the perfect time for parties and being together with friends. 🥳🔥🌿

22/12/2022

Boundaries 🙌- don’t leave home without them! 😊🎄✨

17/08/2022

At Health in Flow Chinese Medicine, we're about being in flow for excellent physical, mental and emotional health!

28/07/2022

Still in the midst of Winter here, which is the season of the Water Element!

The 5 Elements create the seasons and the 12 main meridians of energy inside us.

Water Element 💧❄️☃️

Water is the element of Winter and is associated with the emotion fear. Water people have a persistence and determination and will often excel in situations that others find too scary. Sometimes they may hide a deep sense of being frozen or washed away by their own fear.

28/03/2022

There are medicine systems which treat physical symptoms, which helps us feel better for a while but often we find that the symptoms return if we stop treatment.

The Chinese Medicine system believes in working with the whole person, including their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual parts. So when you come to an appointment at Health in Flow Chinese Medicine, we want to know how you are feeling, what challenges you may be experiencing and explore what it is in your life that may help you feel more whole and at ease, as many illnesses may arise from deficiency, stagnation or other unbalanced states.

If you're curious to find out more, please get in touch with us!

23/02/2022

Movement benefits the our state of mind and it's more than just endorphins!

If we want a healthy, happy mind, we need to move our body more, a new book explains.

31/01/2022

Happy Lunar New Year!
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