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Spring and Traditional Chinese Medicine

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With the official start of spring just months away, there’s no better time than now to consider using popular forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). As mother nature comes out of its state of dormancy, flowers will begin to blossom, trees will develop leaves, and the snow-capped landscape will be replaced with flowing green grass. This massive change comes with some unwelcome  side effects than TCM may prove useful in treating. Here are some tips to keep your Qi moving: • Limit (or eliminate) your intake of processed foods. • Eat more fresh vegetables and fruit. • Start your mornings off with a light stretching exercise like yoga or tai qi. • The warm weather offers the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and exercise. • Consume sour food and drinks. According to TCM, sour flavors stimulate the liver’s Qi. • Seek acupuncture treatments. There are over 2,000 acupuncture points spread across 20 meridians, but none hold as much weight for the spring season as the Liv