In the physiology of Traditional Chinese Medicine there is what is known as “Shen”. Shen is the light, the essence, the radiance, the atmosphere that makes up the ‘spirit’, that can be observed in the face and presence of a person. With ‘Healthy Shen’ we are observing a person who is happy, integrated, and no doubt healthy. In Chinese medical terms…
I use KPC and some Classical Pearls powders primarily, bulk/raw herbs are from Spring Wind and concentrate capsules are from reputable and tested sources. At some point I may market my own blends, based on what I’ve seen that works in my clinic. I generally shy away from formulas combined from different cultures herbs (w/ exceptions) unless I can…
In Portland there was a place I was briefly practicing at that had a “Whiskey Kitchen” across the street, Many people liked to go and sit outside and drink across from my window view. Looking to get some notice, I went over to tell them I had raw herbs that could be soaked in the whiskey to make a…
What the 2015 Nobel Prizes mean for traditional Chinese medicine COMMENTARY by Marta Hanson OCTOBER 6, 2015 Scientist Youyou Tu’s Nobel Prize is a sign that Western science has changed how it perceives alternative systems of medicine — but only slightly. I’m sure I’m not the only one surprised by the announcement that half of…