There are many different types of diagnosis terms used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and it's easy to get confused about what they all mean. In TCM the way we diagnose you is based on terms such as Yin deficiency, Yang deficiency, too much heat, cold, dryness or dampness. In order to understand what this means for you, it's good to have a basic understanding of Chinese Medicine. Yin and Yang You might have heard about Yin and Yang before, but when it applies to the body, Yi

A difficult premenstrual week is common. A premenstrual week that feels frightening, unmanageable, or life-altering is something else. Premenstrual Syndrome, better known as PMS, and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD, both occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. This is the phase after ovulation and before bleeding begins. Because they share timing and some symptoms, they are often spoken about as if they are the same thing. They are not. PMS can bring bloati

Perimenopause can feel like the body has changed the rules without warning. Sleep becomes lighter. Joints feel stiffer. Weight sits differently. Muscle tone fades faster than it used to. Even people who eat well and walk often can feel as if their usual habits no longer work. One major reason is the shift in oestrogen. As oestrogen levels fluctuate and decline, the body becomes more vulnerable to muscle loss, bone loss, insulin resistance, joint discomfort, and mood changes.