Welcome
to Winter! Welcome
to Winter!! Winter, in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is ruled by the “water”
element (think adaptability
and will-power) and
relates to the Kidneys. Building the
Kidney energy is best done in the winter. The Kidney harbours our Essence that
feeds and renews our life force, relating to reproduction and aging, regulating
growth and regeneration as well as the source of warmth and strength throughout
the body. Winter is the time to rest,
accumulate reserves, take stock, and reflect upon how our lives match what we
envision for ourselves and how we close that gap between what we imagine and
what we see. During
the winter, the energy of the body and the earth naturally goes inward. By aligning our diets and lifestyle choices
with the aspects of winter, we can replenish our energy, improve our health,
before moving into Spring and Summer with increased vigor. Winter brings with
it a desire to rest, replenish and pay attention to nourishment, reception and
introspection. A
few considerations to ensure good health through winter include -
There
are certain symptoms associated with the kidneys becoming weak, including:
So take time to breathe, re-organize
your thoughts and prepare for the spring; it’s a great time to check in with
your practitioner to maximise and harness these seasonal energies toward your
well-being. Audacious Health can help support you during
Winter if you are experiencing any of these symptoms or need support to relieve stagnant energy
caused by a lack of activity and the cold weather. Please call us today 0412 007 730 for
an acupuncture appointment. |