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July, 2010
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Jul 10
Magic Beans
While we’re on the subject of summer foods, another all-star is the Mung Bean. This is an often overlooked food, that is very inexpensive. You can typically find them in any good bulk section (Whole Foods, or your local co-op). Mung Beans are used in Chinese Medicine to clear heat, and are extremely easy to prepare.
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Jul 10
Beat the Heat with the Foods you Eat
More and more people have been coming in for Chinese Medicine to help cope with the effects of the damp, hot midwest summer. Herbs and acupuncture are great for the heat, and I’d also like to share some dietary strategies that you can use at home.
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Jul 10
Low Stretches
The warmer months are here, and we can use the weather to our advantage. When your muscles are warmed up, give this leg/groin stretch a try. Go slow with your body on this one. Don’t go too far; don’t hurt yourself.
You can start out with your supporting heel off the ground if that’s more comfortable, and then work your way down to a flat foot. The outstretched leg can be toes up, or you can work into getting the entire sole of the foot on the ground.
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Jul 10
3 Secret Uses for White Flower Oil
White Flower Oil
I’d like to introduce you to one of my sercet weapons: White Flower Oil.
White Flower is an oil made with aromatic Chinese Herbs. Its main claim to fame is use as an analgesic, which means it relieves pain. This is a rather well known oil, but there are a few things it’s very good at that not many people know about.
