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In the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), few remedies are as iconic and time-honored as Zheng Gu Shui, a potent herbal liniment known colloquially — and somewhat ominously — as Evil Bone Water. Behind the peculiar nickname is a rich tapestry of history, martial arts medicine, and even imperial intrigue.
Can acupuncture help mental health conditions? Acupuncture, an ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has increasingly gained attention in the modern world for its potential benefits beyond physical health conditions. As mental health challenges become more prevalent, many are seeking alternative or complementary therapies to support their well-being. This raises the question: can acupuncture help […]
Cocoon Acupuncture’s clinics in Drouin and Traralgon often see patients who complain of headaches and migraine. This blog article will explore how acupuncture works for treating headache.
Forward momentum, new beginnings & taking action As we all turn a new leaf and venture into the new Lunar Year, many of you might be wondering what is in store for this chapter of our lives. What should we expect in the year of the Dragon? How does this relate to health? There are […]
Pain: what to expect from us if you’re coming in with pain Have you ever visited a Chinese Medicine clinic for pain before? Sports injuries, musculoskeletal pain & chronic pain- we see a lot of it. Often seen as a last resort, people come to the clinic seeking help for conditions such as: chronic lower […]
If you’ve visited me in the clinic before, you’ll probably have noticed that at times, there will be remnants of moxa smoke floating through the air. Sometimes it hits you as you walk in the door, perhaps you may even notice a little moxa dust sitting on the window sills. I promise I do clean […]
Welcome back everybody and welcome to a new year. I thought I would start the year off with a little bit of writing on the concept of ‘Wu Wei’- a saying that dates back thousands of years. I think our ancestors were on to something here and their wisdom is needed now more than ever. […]
Bone broth is often something we encourage, as it has so many benefits for health and wellbeing. It really can be SO good for building qi and yin- which ultimately helps nourish our bodies and build resilience. Incorporating it regularly gives the spleen and stomach a helping hand when it comes to absorbing nutrients and […]
Yin and yang is fundamental to Chinese Medicine theory and philosophy. Incredibly complex and yet so simple. Here is a brief description of what yin and yang is. Yin & Yang are oppositesYin and Yang is used to describe opposing qualities and relationships. For example, yin and yang exists at opposite ends of a cycle, […]
When looking around the world at different cultures, it is interesting to note the vast array of breakfasts that are consumed. In Costa Rica, breakfast consists of rice, beans + colourful vegetables. Over in Egypt, the locals eat beans with oil and garlic. In Burma, its rice vermicelli in fish broth. Whilst in Pakistan, breakfast […]
