Alternative Medicine

  • Deep Dive into Ayurveda for PCOS

    Deep Dive into Ayurveda for PCOS

    Ayurveda has been practiced for the last 5,000 years. This article is an attempt at explaining how Ayurveda works for PCOS and other hormonal imbalances, patterns of diagnosis, and treatment. Although there is no final cure for PCOS, Ayurveda can be a complementary treatment or a standalone based on your unique symptoms.  Similar to Traditional…

  • 3 Organs Related to Irregular Periods According to TCM

    3 Organs Related to Irregular Periods According to TCM

    What is TCM?  Traditional Chinese medicine views the state of bodily systems tending towards harmony. Often symbolized by the Yin and Yang equilibrium. It has been practiced for over 2000 years.   Yin embodies qualities such as receptivity, stillness, and nourishment. It represents rest, night, cooling, form.  Yang embodies activity, movement, and transformation. It represents warming,…