To HRT or not to HRT?

Having gone through it myself, I realised that menopause isn’t just about declining hormones. It’s about how your body shifts across multiple systems — your sleep, metabolism, immunity, mood, joint health and more. Chinese medicine has a long history of helping women go through menopause - in fact in Asia menopause and peri-menopausal symptoms are virtually unheard of. Yin Studio uses evidence-based, natural strategies — acupuncture, chinese herbs, nutrition, sleep, movement, stress management, and self-reflection — to help your body adapt, rather than simply suppressing symptoms.

Healthy Ageing

LOW ENERGY | POOR RECOVERY | ACHES AND PAINS | FEELING "NOT QUITE YOURSELF?"

Yes, Acupuncture can look at your ageing body

I'm writing about these together for one reason: Most people don't wake up one morning and suddenly feel old. It's usually much more subtle than that. You notice you're taking longer to recover after exercise. Your energy isn't quite what it used to be. Sleep doesn't leave you feeling refreshed. The aches and pains linger longer than they once did. Perhaps you're doing all the things you've always done, but your body simply isn't responding the way it used to...

The Role of Digestion

TCM’s perspective on digestion transcends the mere mechanics of breaking down food; it delves into the energetic currents that weave through our bodies. The stomach, a Yang organ, ignites the digestive flame, while the spleen, a Yin organ, orchestrates the transformative and nourishing dance of nutrients.

Is it a Cold?

Winter time brings with it colds, flu and various viruses. There are also lots of flowering natives at this time in Brisbane that can cause allergic reactions.

So how do we know if it’s just allergies or you’ve got a cold, flu, or something else?