Yin and Yang: an explanation
The concept of Yin and Yang is a vital part of the Chinese medicine theory of health. Here’s a simple explanation. Yin and Yang are...
Look after your Liver
You’ll probably know by now that I just love a soup recipe, so here’s a nice simple one for late spring. Mustard greens and pork soup...
Autumn - a time of letting go
What does autumn mean in Chinese medicine? Though most of us enjoy autumn, many don't, imagining that it means the end of all good things...
Why now?
The gap between Christmas and New Year is, for me at least, a breathing space. It's the first time in ages that I get a few days to take...
IBS: Anita's story
'I've become so used to being like this that I just think it's normal' was what Anita said to me during her first consultation, referring...
Acupuncture and IBS
It’s IBS Awareness Month, so it seems like the perfect time to have a look at what acupuncture can do for sufferers. Irritable Bowel...
Winter Warmer
Dare we believe that the days are getting slightly longer? Even by just the smallest amount? I think we can, but let's face it there's...