Use the 5 Element System to Help You Make More Productive Resolutions Confession time: I love New Year's resolutions. I find the process of imagining the coming year and writing lists of things I would like to accomplish very, well, fun. What can I say, finding the...
Towards the end of pregnancy, most babies will rotate into a head down position in preparation for birth. Breech, or head-up position, occurs in 3-5% of pregnancies at term, and typically indicates a cesarean birth. There are many techniques mothers can use to...
As the temperatures turn from cool to cold, and sniffly noses and coughs are all around, having a few protective remedies up your sleeve can help you resist those contagious bugs. There are many herbs and spices that will help the body fight off a cold, especially if...
One of my favorite parts of fall is the arrival of winter squashes in markets and shops. I love to see all the colors, shapes, and textures of this hearty vegetable. From the humble acorn to the sophisticated butternut, squashes always make for delicious and hearty...
According to Eastern medicine the metal element is associated with the skin, and with the Autumn season. As cooler winds hit at this time of year, the skin becomes susceptible to dryness, itching, and other irritations. The metal element, like the skin, represents...
For women looking to increase awareness of their menstrual cycles or fertility, there is no better tool than charting basal body temperature (BBT). A BBT chart can reveal clear patterns of ovulation and menstrual symptoms, or can help to pinpoint problems with...