Herbs & Food
144 articles · Kitchen herbs, healing foods, and the TCM approach to eating for your body type.
Healing foods from the kitchen: herbal teas, nourishing soups, warming spices, and the everyday remedies that cultures worldwide have relied on for centuries.
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1The Art of Doing Nothing: Why TCM Values Wu Wei in Summer
In a culture of hustle, Chinese philosophy offers a radical counterpoint: wu wei, or effortless action. Discover why embracing stillness…
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2Summer Meditation: How to Cool Your Mind When Heat Rises
Discover the TCM-inspired meditation practice that helps you stay mentally cool during summer heat. Simple techniques to calm the ‘fire…
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3Summer Heat & Your Emotions: A TCM Guide to Cooling an Anxious Mind
Learn why summer’s heat can trigger anxiety and irritability, and discover TCM techniques like acupressure and diet to cool your…
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4Summer Sleep Hygiene: The 5 Ancient Rules for Cooling Rest
Struggling to sleep in the summer heat? Discover five traditional rules to cool your body and calm your mind for…
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5Watermelon Rind Tea: The Cooling Summer Remedy You’re Throwing Away
Don’t toss that rind! Discover the traditional Chinese summer drink that uses the white part of watermelon to clear heat…
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6Summer Sleep Solutions: Why TCM Says Resting in Heat Is Different
Discover why sleeping well in summer heat requires different strategies in Traditional Chinese Medicine and learn practical tips to cool…
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7Summer Slow Down: 5 Mindful Practices for the Longest Days
Discover how to align with summer’s abundant energy using simple TCM-inspired rituals to reduce stress, nourish your heart, and find…
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8The 4-7-8 Breath: The Summer Calming Technique You Need Now
When summer heat rises and anxiety spikes, this simple breathing pattern cools your nervous system in minutes. Learn the ancient-inspired…
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9The Emotional Power of Summer: 5 TCM Practices for Inner Peace
Discover how Traditional Chinese Medicine views summer’s emotional landscape and learn five practical rituals to cultivate joy and calm during…