So, what are phytoestrogens and why are they so controversial?
Statistically, osteoarthritis is something that many of us will face one day. It is the most common form of arthritis and the 8th leading cause of disability globally. Osteoarthritis most commonly affects weight-bearing joints such as knees, hips, and feet. Today, we’re going to talk about how osteoarthritis specifically affects the knee joints, symptoms of this condition, possible treatment modalities, and how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help!
In Chinese Medicine, menopausal symptoms point toward a deficiency of yin. Yin is substance in the form of fluids and is closely linked with blood. When yin becomes depleted, we can use food therapy, acupuncture, and herbs to help ‘build the yin’.
As the outdoor temperatures steadily increase, I thought it would be a good time to discuss heat-related illnesses. This can include heat injury, heat exhaustion, and even life-threatening heat stroke. The first signs that we want to pay attention to in heat exhaustion involve fatigue, cramping, nausea, vomiting, and headache.
I’ve recently got back to sprouting and am so happy to enjoy the health benefits! Sprouting grains and seeds unlocks the nutrients and makes them easier for your body to metabolize. For instance, sprouting a mung bean converts protein into amino acids and peptones.