New York Herb School - Traditional Chinese Healing Arts Academy

22 Amazing Benefits Of Ginger For Skin, Hair And Health (via Style Craze ) Ginger is a herb that has been used as a spice since times immemorial. Also known as ginger root, it is basically the rhizome of the plant Zingiber officinale belonging to the family Zingiberaceae which also includes turmeric, cardamom and galangal…

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THE TAO OF HEALTHY LIVING An Introduction to Chinese Herbs & Healing Foods “Tao” means “The Way”—the guiding path used by great masters of Oriental Medicine and modern nutritionists to promote health, vitality, and longevity. In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore time-tested strategies from Chinese medicine and modern nutrition to support optimal living. Topics include the use of healing herbs, therapeutic foods, dietary supplements, and simple internal exercises to reduce stress and boost resilience. Participants will learn how to assess their personal health needs and design a holistic plan using food, movement, and lifestyle choices to improve energy, immunity, and emotional well-being. Topics covered: healthy weight loss, detoxification, anti-aging nutrition, pain management, environmental toxins, and a Tai Chi sequence for reducing stress. Join us for a dynamic and empowering look at holistic health. THE TAO OF WEIGHT LOSS & OPTIMUM HEALTH...

Professor Drew’s Personalized Coaching Programs Drew’s Coaching Programs begin with an Initial Consultation ($180) . During this comprehensive session, you will be evaluated using traditional Oriental Medicine diagnostics, including pulse and tongue assessment, as well as two detailed health questionnaires. Based on this information, Drew will design a personalized wellness plan tailored specifically to your needs. This plan may include: Custom herbal formulas Targeted nutritional protocols Healing recipes After your first session, Drew may recommend one of his individualized coaching programs if he feels it is essential to address your specific health concerns. We can support you in following any of the following food programs: Gluten-Free Diet Anti-Inflammatory Diet Glycemic Index Diet Raw Food Diet Juice Fasting Macrobiotic Diet Asian Healing Diet Weight Loss Plans Detoxification Programs Whole Foods Nutrition ...

Hello Everyone.  It is that time of year again. Below are my top ten ways to treat colds and flu. 1. Eliminate Foods That Are Mucus Producing.  In the fall and winter months the climate is very damp which is can be conducive to breed germs.  Even if you are living in a dry climate you can still be damp internally which is why   we need to control our internal environment by avoiding foods that can create 

Oriental diagnosis is an ancient medical art of reading the body to determine health.  The condition of the internal organs is apparent by looking at external features, such as the face, tongue eyes, and ears. This class will provide a step-by-step introduction to the methods of assessment, and diagnosis Oriental medicine.  When you are able to diagnose, you are able to help friends, family, and customers with valuable advice as you will be able to recognize which organ(s) may be imbalanced (hopefully) before it causes a problem. Saturday & Sunday: November 4 & 5 10AM - 4PM 301 West 55 Street Suite #4 $175.00 TAOOFHEALTH@AOL.COM Students will gain a working familiarity with meridians and diagnostic points during a full day hands-on workshop on Sunday. Yin/Yang is the Way of heaven and earth, The fundamental principle of the myriad things, The father, and mother of change and transformation, The root of inception and destructi...

Reishi Mushroom T his class will teach us how to use herbs, whole foods and medicinal mushrooms to build and balance our life-force energy, regenerate our internal organs, strengthen our immune system, and prevent disease. The topics covered will include: food cures for common ailments such as digestive and immune system disorders, respiratory and cardiovascular problems, allergies, pain management, etc.;the effects of food on mood and emotional well-being: the extraordinary health benefits of mushrooms such as Reishi, Shitake and Maitake (and recipes to prepare and use them); the importance of seasonal eating in Asian medical traditions; healthy weight loss; longevity-promoting foods; detoxification; and much more. Drew will assess participants individually to help each of us design a personalized diet and herbal program.

DETOXIFICATION IS NOT FASTING! Fiber supports fecal excretion of toxins and the integrity of the intestinal barrier which decreases toxins burden. In addition fiber can directly bind some toxins thereby removing them before they enter the body and cause damage.

Over the course of centuries traditional Chinese medicine developed the use of specific exercises, foods, herbal formulas, and meditation methods to address a wide range of ailments and to foster overall emotional and spiritual health. In this class, we will draw from this rich tradition to learn some simple but powerfully effective techniques to reduce stress and “calm the spirit.” In each session we will practice ancient Taoist movement, breathing, and meditative exercises that have recently been scientifically proven to help control blood pressure, reduce weight, balance energy, and calm the nervous system. Even minutes a day of practice can confer noticeable results. We will also explore herbs, foods and specific exercises that can help alleviate such conditions as depression, insomnia and anxiety as well as help us release negative emotions. A WEEKLY COURSE (3 sessions) Thursdays, June 13–27, 8–10pm 13SHC49T Members: $90 / Nonmembers: $100 New York Open Center 2...

Cleanse - Detox & Rejuvenation Do you want to Feel Healthier and Have More Energy? Should You Detoxify ? Free 75 Page Booklet ONLINE CLASSES Classes Begin the 1st of Every Month. Do you have trouble losing weight? Do you have high cholesterol? Do you have high blood pressure? Do you have blood sugar problems? Do you come from a family with diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity? Do you feel tired? Do you feel older than you are? Do you eat non-organic and packaged foods? Do you live near high traffic areas? Do you have trouble sleeping? Do you have environmental sensitivities or allergies? ______________________________________________________ If you answered yes to any of these questions feel free to contact Professor Drew to set up a detox session where he will discuss how to detoxify gently, safely and effectively without any side effects.  Use contact form above. Most detoxification programs...

Fu Zheng Therapy is a form of traditional Chinese herbalism that literally means “to restore normalcy and balance to the body.” It does not specifically treat any infection or disease state but helps rebuild the body’s resistance and innate strength so that it may more effectively contend with the manifestations of the disease. The following formula is based on herbs traditionally used in Fu Zheng Therapy.         Ingredients: ·         Coriolus mycelium and fruiting body ·         Reishi mycelium and fruiting body (Ling zhi) ·         Cordyceps mycelium and fruiting body (Dong chong xia cao) ·         Flammulina mycelium and fruiting body ·         Astragalus root (Huang qi) ·         Eleutherococcus gracilis...