Beginning of Autumn period in 2024: 7-21 August. 2024年立秋时期：8月7日-21日。 How does Moxibustion benefit us during Beginning of Autumn?立秋艾灸养生之用 The Beginning of Autumn is a period when the Yang energy begin to retreat and the temperature gradually decrease. It is a period to start to nourish the body with moxibustion therapy. 立秋是一个阳气渐收、气温渐凉的时期，此时是运用艾灸滋养身体的好时机。 Acupoint For Moxibustion艾灸穴位推荐 1. …
Greater Heat period in 2024: 22 July – 6 August. 2024年大暑时期：7月22日-8月6日。 How does Moxibustion benefit us during Greater Heat?大暑艾灸养生之用 During the Greater Heat period, the risk of invasion by damp-heat continues to be high or some individuals might experience fatigue from the constant damp-heat invasion. Moxibustion therapy can boost the immunity strength to maintain the body’s …
Lighter Heat period in 2024: 6 July – 21 July. 2024年小暑时期：7月6日-21日。 How does Moxibustion benefit us during Lighter Heat?小暑艾灸养生之用 Lighter Heat is a period of heat with dampness. Moxibustion therapy is effective in expelling dampness in our body. It is important to note that the duration of therapy should not be too long to prevent too much …
Grain In Ear period in 2024: 21 June – 5 July. 2024年夏至时期：6月21日-7月5日。 How does Moxibustion benefit us during Summer Solstice?夏至艾灸养生之用 Summer Solstice is a good period to cultivate our Yang energy through moxibustion therapy. It is especially beneficial for individuals who tends to catch a common cold at the end of the year when the temperature drops. …
Dragon Boat Festival (10 June 2024) was originally known as the Double Five Festival because it falls on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month. This day was traditionally considered unlucky and proned to plague and pests. It become a custom to hang mugwort (Artemisia argyi) above the doors of houses to repel insects, …
Grain In Ear period in 2024: 5 June – 20 June. 2024年芒种时期：6月5日-20日。 How does Moxibustion benefit us during Grain in Ear?芒种艾灸养生之用 Due to the increase in humidity and heat during the Grain in Ear period, there is a higher risk for digestive ailments. Thus it is recommended to strengthen the Stomach and expel the cold with moxibustion therapy. …
The mugwort used in moxibustion is the Chinese mugwort dried leaves, also known as Artemisia argyi Lévl. et Vant. of the Asteraceae family. It is mainly produced in Shandong, Anhui, Hubei, and Hebei provinces, traditionally considered best when produced in Qizhou, Hubei, known as ‘Qi Ai’. The leaves are harvested in summer before flowering, cleaned of impurities, …
Moxibustion is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy that involves burning dried chinese mugwort (a herb called Artemisia argyi H. Lév. & Vaniot) on or near specific points on the body. It’s often used in conjunction with acupuncture and is believed to stimulate the flow of Qi (vital energy) in the body and promote healing. …
Grain Rain is the final Solar Term of Spring period. It falls on 19 April 2024 (Fri). The amount of heat continues to rise and there may be an increase in allergy ailments such as asthma. It is recommended to maintain regular meal times and reduce the amount of cold food to cultivate a healthy stomach …
Pure Brightness is the fifth Solar Term of Spring period. It falls on 4 April 2024 (Thu). It is the period to sweep ancestors’ tombs and pay respects to the departed love ones. It is recommended to maintain a light-hearted spirit and positive emotions. 清明是春季的第五个节气，日期为2024年4月4日（星期四）。今日是中国自古以来祭祖扫墓的重要日子，同时也是踏青日。此时自然界生机勃勃，许多人会在扫墓后于郊外踏青，节哀自重、转换心情，同时也可舒解肝气、防止肝经疾病。 Health Tip 1: Chamomile Tea养生小帖士1: 洋菊花茶 Recipe:Chamomile Tea Benefits:– Aids digestion, relaxing and …
