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One simple tip to improve digestion

By Cindy Black / November 12, 2015 /

Pause before you eat. Digestion takes energy. When our energy is scattered, it is difficult to accomplish any task. Digestion is no different. The Spleen is the center of energy that drives digestion from the Chinese medical perspective. The Spleen appreciates a little peace and quiet in order to properly manage digestion. One very simple technique to…

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Getting Enough with the Earth Element

By Cindy Black / August 27, 2015 /

How much is enough? The Earth Element is all about nourishment, satisfaction with our accomplishments, eating, digesting, knowing when we’ve had enough, and then the enjoyment of sharing our abundance. Lately, I have noticed myself coming to meals as if I am starving. I am eating too quickly. It’s as if I am afraid I will…

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How to support digestion with Chinese Medicine

By Cindy Black / June 13, 2013 /

Combining a little massage with simple adjustments to eating can bring big improvements to your digestion. Let’s talk food first According to Chinese Medicine, the same energy we use to digest our food is used to digest our thoughts. To maximize digestion, eat your food in a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Save the business meetings and…

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