by Little Sage | Jul 20, 2023 | Acupressure, Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese medicine
In the ancient healing system of East Asian medicine, the concept of meridians forms the foundation for understanding the flow of vital energy (Qi) throughout the body. These meridians are like energy pathways, connecting various organs and facilitating the harmonious...
by Melissa Roxas | Jul 13, 2023 | Feature, Inspiration, Mindfulness, Traditional Chinese medicine
Last night when we were reading bedtime stories, my 9 year old son was asking about how poems are structured and his dad read him a sonnet from Shakespeare. This morning I woke up thinking of another favorite poem of mine by Robert Frost called “The Road Not Taken”...
by Little Sage | Jul 6, 2023 | Herbal medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
We only use the highest quality of herbs available. At Little Sage, we carry only the highest quality of herbs available from suppliers that are the most reputable and test herbs to make sure they are free of pesticides (insecticides, herbicides and fungicides)...
by Little Sage | Jun 14, 2023 | Feature, Traditional Chinese medicine
In the East Asian Medicine Five Elements system, summer is associated with the element of Fire. The Five Elements theory is a fundamental concept in Chinese medicine and philosophy that categorizes the natural world and the human body into five elements: Wood, Fire,...
by Melissa Roxas | Jun 7, 2023 | Acupuncture, Feature, Traditional Chinese medicine, Women's Health
Hormone imbalance is one of the most common concerns that women come to me for in the clinic. Whether it’s fatigue, anxiety, mood swings, period problems like irregular periods and heavy periods, migraines, or memory and concentration issues, women are seeking...
by Little Sage | May 31, 2023 | Acupressure, Acupuncture, Stress Relief, Traditional Chinese medicine, Women's Health
Role of the liver In East Asian Medicine, the Liver organ is considered to be particularly important for women’s health. Here are some reasons why: Menstrual cycle regulation: The Liver plays a key role in regulating the menstrual cycle in women. When the Liver...
