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🌿 A LITTLE SEED, A GENTLE REMINDER TO RESTORE BALANCE 🌿

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the ear is seen as a small map of the whole body. Auricular points on the ear are selected to reflect the areas or patterns needing support.

Tiny seeds are placed over chosen points with an adhesive patch. They don’t pierce the skin, and gentle pressure on them can keep stimulating the points between treatments.

From a TCM perspective, ear seeds are used to encourage the smooth flow of Qi and support the body’s natural balance. Depending on the points chosen, they may be included in a treatment to support relaxation, sleep, emotional wellbeing or comfort.

Each treatment is tailored to you. A simple, gentle way to take a little of your treatment home with you. ✨

Message Buddhas Triangle to find out more or book your ear seed treatment.

I woke up with a spot in the area some TCM face-mapping approaches associate with the Large Intestine—and I’d also been having a few stomach issues.

In TCM, the Large Intestine is part of the digestive system and is understood to help with transforming and eliminating waste. A change in one area of the face may be something to notice, but it isn’t a diagnosis or proof that an organ is unwell. It’s considered alongside the person’s wider pattern and symptoms.

TCM assessment can include observing the face and tongue, taking the pulse, asking about symptoms, and listening and smelling. Cupping marks may also be observed where relevant. These are all pieces of the picture, rather than signs used on their own. 🌿

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🍂 The six climatic pathogens in TCM 🍂

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the six climatic factors describe qualities that may influence the body and appear in different patterns. They are a traditional way of understanding symptoms and balance.

🌬️ Wind — movement and change; symptoms may shift or come on suddenly.
❄️ Cold — contraction and slowing; associated with feeling chilled, tightness, stiffness and pain.
☀️ Summer-Heat — intense seasonal warmth; associated with strong heat, thirst, sweating and restlessness.
💧 Dampness — heaviness and stickiness; associated with a heavy, sluggish feeling or fullness.
🍂 Dryness — lack of moisture; associated with dryness of the skin, nose, throat or cough.
🔥 Fire/Heat — pronounced heat; associated with warmth, redness, thirst or irritability.

As winter settles in, TCM often discusses Wind-Cold. Signs may include chills, little sweating, clear or white nasal discharge, body aches or a stiff neck, and little thirst.

Traditional winter care focuses on keeping comfortably warm—especially around the neck and lower back—and enjoying cooked, warming foods such as soups, stews, ginger, garlic and spring onion.

These are TCM concepts used to describe patterns; each person’s presentation is considered individually.

🌿 The 7-year cycles of women’s health in Traditional Chinese Medicine 🌿

Classical Chinese medicine describes female development in seven-year stages. These cycles relate to the TCM Kidney system, which is associated with growth, reproduction, bones, teeth, hair and ageing.

Age 0–7 | Growing Kidney Qi
Kidney Qi is said to flourish, supporting rapid growth, the development of teeth and healthy hair.

Age 7–14 | Puberty begins
The Ren Mai and Chong Mai, important vessels in TCM women’s health, become more established. Menstruation begins and reproductive capacity develops.

Age 14–21 | Maturing vitality
Kidney Qi continues to strengthen. The body develops further and wisdom teeth may emerge.

Age 21–28 | Peak vitality
This is traditionally described as a time of strong Kidney Qi, physical vitality and reproductive potential.

Age 28–35 | First gradual changes
TCM describes the Yang Ming channels as beginning to decline. Some women may notice subtle shifts in energy, skin, hair or recovery.

Age 35–42 | Nourishment becomes key
The body is still capable and strong, but TCM places more importance on protecting Qi, Blood, Yin and Essence through rest, nourishing food, movement and stress support.

Age 42–49 | The transition towards menopause
Kidney Essence gradually changes, and the Ren and Chong vessels are traditionally said to decline. Periods may become less predictable and some women begin to notice perimenopausal changes.

Age 49+ | Menopause and beyond
In TCM, this is viewed as a new life stage. The focus becomes supporting Yin and Yang balance, healthy sleep, mood, energy, bones and overall wellbeing.

These are traditional TCM principles, not a fixed timetable. Every woman experiences ageing, fertility and menopause in her own way. 🌸

To all the women out there — this is your sign to take extra care of yourself as we enter the colder months 🍂

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, autumn is a time to slow down, protect your energy and give your body extra warmth and nourishment.

As the weather changes, you may notice your body asking for more support…

✨ Aches and pains
In TCM, cold can be thought to slow the flow of Qi and Blood, creating more tightness, stiffness or discomfort. Keep warm, move gently and do not ignore what your body is telling you.

✨ What is your period telling you?
Your flow, colour, clots, pain, cycle length, mood and energy can all help build a TCM picture. Your period is not “just a period” — it is one way your body communicates with you.

✨ Appetite and diet
Do you crave warm meals, comfort food or more sugar? Are you bloated, tired after eating or skipping meals? TCM sees digestion as central to energy, mood and menstrual health. Autumn is a lovely time for warm, cooked and nourishing foods.

This season, choose warmth. Choose rest. Choose to listen to your body 🤍

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✨ SIGNS YOUR LYMPHATIC SYSTEM MAY NEED SUPPORT ✨

Your lymphatic system helps remove excess fluid from your tissues and supports your immune system.

You may notice:

💧 Persistent puffiness or swelling

🦵 Heavy, tight or aching limbs

💍 Rings, shoes or clothing feeling tighter

🧦 Sock marks remaining on your skin

🤲 Swelling following surgery or injury

🫧 Skin feeling tight, firm or thickened

🔄 Repeated skin infections in the same area

🏃 Swelling that feels worse after long periods of inactivity

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, rhythmic treatment designed to encourage the natural movement of lymphatic fluid and promote relaxation.

Swelling can have many different causes. New, persistent or unexplained swelling should always be assessed by a healthcare professional.

📩 Message Buddhas Triangle to find out whether Manual Lymphatic Drainage may be suitable for you.

🌿 Pain, Tension and Recovery 🌿

Are you living with tight shoulders, an aching back or discomfort that keeps returning?

Pain and muscular tension can affect your movement, sleep, mood and ability to enjoy everyday life. People commonly seek acupuncture for concerns such as:

• Neck and shoulder tension
• Lower-back pain
• Tension-type headaches
• Sciatic-type symptoms
• Muscular aches and tightness
• Exercise-related strains and recovery

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, pain may be associated with a disruption in the smooth movement of Qi and Blood. Your treatment is therefore tailored to the location, nature and possible pattern behind your symptoms.

Depending on your individual needs, a session may combine:

✨ Traditional acupuncture
✨ Motor-point or trigger-point work
✨ Dry cupping
✨ Gua sha
✨ Massage and bodywork

Acupuncture may help some people manage certain types of pain, reduce muscular tension and support general wellbeing. Results vary, and appropriate medical assessment is always encouraged for new, severe or unexplained symptoms.

📩 Message Buddha’s Triangle to discuss whether treatment may be suitable for you or to book an appointment.

Vicky
BSc Traditional Chinese Medicine – Acupuncture

🌿 The Chinese Wellness Habits Everyone Is Talking About 🌿

Traditional Chinese health practices are becoming increasingly popular on social media—but many of these “new trends” have been part of Chinese culture and medicine for generations.

You may have seen people:

☕ Starting the morning with warm water
🚶 Taking a gentle walk after eating
🧦 Wearing slippers and keeping their feet warm
🧣 Protecting the neck from cold and wind
🍲 Choosing warm, cooked foods
🌬️ Practising Qigong, Tai Chi or breathwork
💆 Using gua sha as part of their self-care routine

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, these habits are intended to support warmth, digestion, circulation, gentle movement and balance.

They don’t need to be followed rigidly, and not every social-media claim is scientifically proven. However, simple routines such as staying hydrated, moving after meals and practising gentle exercise can be positive additions to everyday wellbeing.

Chinese medicine isn’t about following a universal wellness trend—it’s about understanding what suits the individual, their constitution and the season.

Which of these habits do you already follow? 🌿

📩 For personalised acupuncture and Chinese medicine support, message Buddha’s Triangle.

Vicky
BSc Traditional Chinese Medicine – Acupuncture