by Melissa Roxas | May 23, 2024 | Inspiration, Mindfulness, Qi Gong, Self-Care, Traditional Chinese medicine, Traditional East Asian Medicine, Trauma, Women's Health
I wasn’t supposed to make it out that day. I wasn’t supposed to have given birth to these two beautiful children. I wasn’t supposed to enter the fourth decade of my life. But against all odds I made it out and survived. More than that, I thrived. But it was a long...
by Melissa Roxas | May 8, 2024 | Inspiration, News, Self-Care, Women's Health
Motherhood is a journey filled with love, joy, as well as moments of uncertainty, vulnerability, and exasperation. That journey can be more complicated especially with the challenges of living with a chronic illness. Whether you have your own health projects or taking...
by Little Sage | Mar 27, 2024 | Acupressure, Acupuncture, Self-Care, Traditional Chinese medicine, Traditional East Asian Medicine, Women's Health
Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and transition. According to Traditional East Asian Medicine, this time of the year is associated with the Wood element, symbolizing strength, flexibility, and the upward movement of new growth. Just like trees pushing out new...
by Little Sage | Mar 13, 2024 | Acupressure, Acupuncture, Feature, Traditional Chinese medicine, Traditional East Asian Medicine, Women's Health
Imagine your body as a grand symphony orchestra, with each instrument playing a significant role in creating a harmonious melody. Now, consider what happens when a violin string snaps or when the drum beats out of rhythm. The entire harmony is disrupted, and the...
by Little Sage | Mar 7, 2024 | News, Traditional Chinese medicine, Women's Health
Endometriosis is a widespread health condition affecting approximately 1 in 10 women of reproductive age globally. It’s characterized by the growth of endometrial cells — the cells that normally line your uterus — in places outside the uterus, like the ovaries,...
by Little Sage | Feb 28, 2024 | Food as Medicine, Herbal medicine, Inspiration, Mindfulness, Self-Care, Stress Relief, Traditional Chinese medicine, Women's Health
“The rose speaks of love silently, in a language known only to the heart.” – Unknown Slightly bitter, sweet and cooling the rose bud is one of my favorite herbs in my dispensary. Its fragrance is sweet, delicate and soothing. The scent has a calming...