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Seasons

All Hail Spring!

Yahoo!! Spring is coming (or rather here). At least that is what OUR calendar is saying. However the Chinese have both a solar and lunar calendar that they use to mark the passage of time. Their seasons have ‘nodes’ which

Carol Griesmeyer March 13, 2023 Acupuncture, Allergies, Health, Herbal Medicine, Seasons Read more

Four Thieves Vinegar

Mardi-gras Plague masks

THE GARDEN HERBAL REMEDY THAT SURVIVED THE PLAGUE   Four Thieves Vinegar is the stuff of legends and kitchen magic.  Recipes for this concoction are as numerous as the stories behind it.   An easy version for the home herbalist is

Carol Griesmeyer December 9, 2020 Aromatherapy, Health, Recipes, Seasons Read more

Cucumber Cool This Summer

cucumber eyes

There’s a reason we say “Cool as a cucumber.” Cucumbers have been around for about 10,000 years. They started out as a tropical plant but have been hybridized over time to grow quite well in more temperate areas. They pack

Carol Griesmeyer June 24, 2020December 23, 2020 Recipes, Seasons Read more

Ban Colds and Flus this year

Cartoon image of person with hot water bottle on head with thermometer in mouth

Wowza!  Can you believe it? Kids are going back to school. The days are getting shorter but it is still summer. However, in Oriental medicine Autumn starts in August. There is plenty of Yang with the hot, steamy days but

Carol Griesmeyer August 26, 2019November 29, 2020 Acupuncture, Health, Organ systems, Seasons Read more

Holiday Greetings

Cartoon Christmas tree with elves

Here are some tips to make your holidays happier, healthier and more beautiful. More will be done from a distance this year. It will be difficult to celebrate in our traditional ways with family and friends. We need to take

Carol Griesmeyer December 19, 2016November 29, 2020 Health, Seasons Read more

Tradition – sometimes you have to let go

Hands together in gathering position

I was reading a few articles the other day on kids going back to school. Another busy year of learning and growing. Hopefully they get a teacher that inspires, supports and nurtures them as they try on new subjects to

Carol Griesmeyer October 2, 2016November 29, 2020 Health, Safety, Seasons Read more

Reflection time – what will Feed your soul?

Collection of squash

Hopefully you have spent the summer planting and tending your ‘garden’ and now you have a lot to harvest and treasure. This not only refers to  food but also to friendships, work accomplishments and other life goals. Summer is when

Carol Griesmeyer October 2, 2016November 29, 2020 Health, Seasons Read more

True Healing Begins With The Heart

Candy Hearts

  Have you ever given your friends valentines and little heart-shaped candies on Valentine’s Day?  Have you ever crossed your heart when making a promise that you really mean? Or turn on the radio to hear a guy singing about

Carol Griesmeyer July 12, 2016December 9, 2020 Asian medicine, Organ systems, Seasons Read more

Bone Broth for Winter Health

Bone broth

Soups or broths are excellent for supporting the Lungs in the fall and winter. In Chinese medicine bone broth nourishes our Kidneys—the internal organ associated with winter season–supports our qi and builds blood. Bone marrow is the source of essence

Carol Griesmeyer January 14, 2016December 9, 2020 Health, Organ systems, Recipes, Seasons Read more

NAET: Hope for severe allergies.

Butterfly on yellow flowers

It’s Allergy season again. What’s that you say? “I thought that was in the spring”. Actually any season can be allergy season. Fall is the season of the Lung and this is the perfect time to be addressing your allergies.

Carol Griesmeyer September 24, 2015December 1, 2020 Allergies, Asian medicine, Health, Seasons Read more

Wrap up in Winter

Dolls dressed up for the snow

Ward Off the Winter Chills You know that scarf your Aunt Betty gave you for Christmas several years ago? You tossed it on the shelf in your closet and forgot about it!  It is one of the best things you

Carol Griesmeyer December 20, 2014May 2, 2021 Asian medicine, Health, Seasons Read more

Jing Ball Recipe

Dish of Jing balls

  Herbal Tonics need not be bitter teas or handfuls of pills.  In fact, one of the best ways to nourish and tonify is by creating foods and treats one can enjoy.  The following recipe is adapted from Rosemary Gladstar’s

Carol Griesmeyer December 20, 2014May 2, 2021 Health, Herbal Medicine, Recipes, Seasons Read more

Put the Jingle Back in your Jing this winter.

Jingle bells

Put the Jingle Back in your Jing this winter.    We are all born with an intrinsic energy known as Jing.  Jing, or Essence, is a Chinese term for the fundamental energy of life.  Jing is stored in the Kidneys

Carol Griesmeyer December 20, 2014December 9, 2020 Health, Organ systems, Seasons Read more

Defend Your Vital Energy This Winter

Person walking along windy beach

The concept of QI or vital energy is central to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).  Qi changes its form according to its location and function. The lungs are associated with Wei Qi.     Fall is the time to nourish and strengthen the

Carol Griesmeyer October 2, 2014December 9, 2020 Health, Herbal Medicine, Organ systems, Seasons Read more

Beat the Summer Heat

Splashing water

So the sun is finally shining after months of Northwest gloom and drizzle and you’re more than ready to get out there and do some gardening, play some volleyball or tennis, hike in the Gorge, ride the Portland bike paths. 

Carol Griesmeyer June 28, 2014May 2, 2021 Asian medicine, Health, Herbal Medicine, Seasons Read more

Beet Borscht for a Spring Liver Cleanse

Beet borscht

Spring is Liver time, and a good time to give your liver a little extra attention after a long winter.  Beets are a good food to assist your liver and continue to nourish your kidneys as winter ends and spring

Carol Griesmeyer April 10, 2014May 2, 2021 Health, Herbal Medicine, Organ systems, Recipes, Seasons Read more

Love Without Chocolate?

Chocolate in fractal design

“I have this theory that chocolate slows down the aging process…. It may not be true, but do I dare take the chance?”   – Katherine Hepburn  Can you show love without using chocolate? Chocolate, cacao. It was considered the food

Carol Griesmeyer February 13, 2014December 9, 2020 Health, Recipes, Seasons Read more

Exploring Camassia Preserve

Red berries at Camassia

Thanks to a friend, Tim Delano, I was reminded of a nearby natural area. I actually had tried to visit it 30+ years ago. I think the Nature Conservancy was thinking of acquiring or had just acquired it. It was

Carol Griesmeyer December 9, 2013December 1, 2020 Health, Seasons, Walking Read more

DON’T GET “SAD” THIS WINTER

DON’T GET “SAD” THIS WINTER

During the cold dark days of winter, is it hard for you to get up in the morning?  Do you experience a drop in normal energy levels in the afternoon and feel a need for more sleep?  Is it difficult

Carol Griesmeyer November 14, 2013December 9, 2020 Health, Seasons Read more

Energy of the Seasons

Seagulls at Cannon Beach

Using the energy of the each season to nourish you. This is winter. Even though it feels like spring is coming many know it is still clearly winter. Here in the Willamette Valley we’ve had our usual variation of weather

Carol Griesmeyer March 4, 2013May 2, 2021 Asian medicine, Health, Organ systems, Seasons, Walking Read more

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