 The postpartum period is a crucial time for new mothers to recover, nourish their bodies, and nurture their mental well-being. In many cultures, including traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), this time—often called “sitting the month” or zuo yuezi—is observed with special care involving rest, warming foods, and herbal therapies. Drawing from TCM traditions and insights from contemporary Chinese Medicine authors, and combining Western herbal options, here’s a guide to herbal teas and cooking herbs that can support breastfeeding and help ease postnatal mood challenges.
Is there anything better than a hot cup of chai on a chilly Winter’s day? This popular beverage from India traditionally incorporates black tea, aromatic spices, milk and honey, and is already a powerful digestive and immune tonic in its own right. However, add in some extra immune boosting herbs from the Chinese medicine pharmacopoeia and you have a recipe for a deliciously therapeutic superdrink!
Autumn is well and truly here, and the change of season has brought with it a characteristic influx of coughs, colds and flus. Whilst there are many different ways we can boost our immune system using Chinese medicine dietary approaches and herbal medicines, I wanted to write about a simple and delicious remedy that you can make yourself, incorporating both Chinese and Western herbs, for the prevention mild infections. Read on for my TCM inspired Elderberry syrup recipe, and I hope you’ll be inspired to make a batch or two for yourself!
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