This post describes how Chinese medicine approaches the common cold and the immune system.

Summer is here! My favorite time of the year. The longer days mean more sunshine and time to enjoy this season's abundance. The parks are filled with shrieks from children, music and smell from BBQs, and the chatter of conversations with friends and families. The farmer's markets are filled with various nutritious seasonal fruits and vegetables. (A tomato is not the same unless it's in season, am I right?!) Life and vitality are happening all around us. And if these Five elem

The fundamentals of Chinese medicine are based upon the principles of yang and yin. Yang is daytime energy, physiological organ function, warmth, and movement. Yin is nighttime energy, the repairing and restorative operations that occur while you sleep, cold & restfulness. Winter is a yin season. The cold and darkness of winter drive us to seek inner warmth. Therefore, winter months should include more introspection, rest, and storing the body’s physical energy. This helps to