Acupuncture Point for Congestion

Acupuncture Point for Congestion

Most cold and flus result in a stuffed up nose, nasal discharge or phlegm. You can use the acupuncture point ‘Large Intestine 20’ to clear out your nasal passages. Originally known as Ying Xiang, the name “Welcome Fragrance” indicates that this...
Sore Throat & Fever Tea: The “UGH I’m sick!”

Sore Throat & Fever Tea: The “UGH I’m sick!”

This tea is great for anyone with that throat that feels like you swallowed glass pieces and you could heat the entire house on your own without the furnace. We’d call this the wind heat type of common cold in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Tea Recipe: 2 tbsp...
RMT Tip: The Epsom Salt Bath

RMT Tip: The Epsom Salt Bath

One thing I love about the Autumn transition is the return of the hot bath! With the colder nights and back-to-work/school stress, a full body heat treatment can be a great way to give yourself some overdue TLC. As an RMT I often recommend Epsom salt baths to my...
Preventing Colds and Flus Naturally

Preventing Colds and Flus Naturally

Written by Angela Warburton, TCM People are constantly asking me about the flu shot. Do I think they should take it? What are my thoughts? It really is such a challenging question because, when it comes right down to it, it really is a personal question and choice....