Why we do not encapsulate our herbs
Taste of Herbalism If you’ve ever cooked with herbs, you know that taste is an essential factor in choosing which ones to use. This principle holds true in herbal medicine […]
Category: Philosophy
The Art of Mushroom Sourcing: Why Wood-Grown Medicinal Mushrooms Are Superior
In the realm of holistic wellness, the quality and sourcing of medicinal mushrooms play a crucial role in their efficacy and benefits. At Shoku Iku, we prioritise sourcing medicinal mushrooms […]
Winter Wellness
From the perspective of Eastern Medicine, winter is a season of deep introspection and conservation. This time of year is characterised by the body’s natural inclination to turn inward, aligning […]
Concept of “養生” – You-Sei
“養生” – You-Sei, Yang Sheng in Chinese, is one of the fundamental concepts of Daoism and Kampo (Traditional Japanese Medicine), which translates to “nurture life”. It emphasises addressing minor health issues at […]
How to Boost Your Happiness Hormones – Dopamine, Serotonin, Oxytocin and Endorphine
In the intricate symphony of human emotions, our brains orchestrate a complex interplay of neurochemicals that influence our perception of happiness and well-being. Among the many neurotransmitters at play, four […]
Herbs and Tips for Lucid Dreaming
Ancient wisdom from Greek philosopher Heraclitus of Ephesus suggests that sleep serves as a bridge between life and death—an idea echoed by Homer, who likened sleep to “death’s little brother.” […]
Relationship between emotions and the organs
We all experience occasional mood swings, but when emotional turbulence becomes a constant presence in our lives, it’s essential to delve deeper. Your emotions may seem like they are in […]
Three Treasure Theories Explained
The Three Treasures, also known as Jing, Qi, and Shen, form the foundation of the most significant philosophical concepts in Traditional East Asian Medicine. These concepts, holism and mind-body synthesis […]
The Life Cycle of Men and Women
Thre is an Eastern concept of human vitality going through cycles as essence, Jing. It happens every 7 years for women. Men every 8 years. Though it is a natural […]
Yin and Yang Quality
The concept of Yin and Yang has been applied to everyday lives in many Eastern history. The term Yin and Yang are not pronouns of certain things. They are […]
