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The Harvest: Late Summer and the Earth Element (Part I)

In the midst of Summer’s warmth and play, there comes a day when we feel a faint chill in the air. We know that Summer is coming to an end, and Autumn is on its way. The days may be warm, but they are shorter and don’t carry the same punch of heat. Mornings are cool, and the air feels

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Feel the Love: The Fire Element and Summer (Part II)

The Fire Element Around Us Warmth, joy and love are at the heart of Summer.  In Five Element acupuncture, these qualities are embodied in the Fire Element.  The sun, the ultimate source of Fire, is high in the sky and bathes us in sunshine. Summer is truly the zenith of activity in nature, as all things take in the sun’s

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Health Tips

Acupuncture Doubles the Success Rate of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Great news for those considering acupuncture for IVF (in vitro fertilization)! Two recent studies suggest that acupuncture for IVF could dramatically increase the likelihood of successful pregnancy. Preliminary results from a new study of acupuncture for IVF, conducted at Homerton University Hospital in the U.K. were presented at the annual meeting of the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology.  In this random

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Wood Creates Fire: The Fire Element in Summer (Part I)

The Fire Element in Summer surrounds us.  Dry leaves and grass bake under the hot summer sun. A spark, a flash of lighting, or perhaps the heat of the sun itself, ignites the blaze.  In Five Element Acupuncture, the Wood Element is called the “mother” of the Fire Element. There has to be an initial spark to light the flame – the

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Health Tips

Twelve Tips for Seasonal Allergy Relief in Portland

Allergy Relief in Portland After months of dreary overcast, Portlanders joyfully welcome the arrival of warm, sunny weather and the opportunity to bask outdoors. Unfortunately, for some this weather brings a significant downside: runny nose, itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion.  It’s time for allergy relief in Portland! Seasonal allergies to pollen and other contaminants are a common complaint in the Pacific

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Herbal Chicken Tonic Broth Recipe

Chicken broth is widely regarded as a restorative food in culinary traditions East and West. This broth recipe adds Chinese herbs to make a delicious tonic, which can serve as a flavorful and nutritious base for soups, sauces and stews. For more about the restorative power of broth, check out our book review of Nourishing Broth by Sally Fallon Morell

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Cosmic Reboot: Spring and the Wood Element, Part II

Part II:  The Wood Element Within the Body/Mind/Spirit A healthy Wood Element gives us: • a sense of hope and vision for the future • a sense of purpose and direction in life • the flexibility, adaptability and vigor to carry out plans What happens if Wood is out of balance? Someone who lacks vision and purpose might feel like

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Cosmic Reboot: Spring and the Wood Element

Part I: The Essence of Wood Energy There’s a special, sensual delight when the first signs of Spring appear. Light returns and life awakens. The darkness and dormancy of Winter departs. Trees bud out. Seeds burst from their pods. Birds return. Young creatures are born. The transition from Winter to Spring – from Water to Wood – is perhaps the

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Crossroad of Wood & Fire

Seasonal crossroads are times of transformation in the inner and outer worlds. Adams Community Garden is an oasis of quiet tucked back from Cornell Road, a busy commuter thoroughfare between the City of Portland and its western suburbs. The Garden lies in the embrace of Forest Park, a miles-long wooded area within the City limits. In this peaceful, sylvan setting,

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AUTUMN DAY: THE METAL ELEMENT

Lord: it is time. The summer was immense. Lay your shadow on the sundials and let loose the wind in the fields. Bid the last fruits to be full; give them another two more southerly days, press them to ripeness, and chase the last sweetness into the heavy wine. Whoever has no house now will not build one anymore. Whoever

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