the REN DAO Wellness Center Blog

By Dr. Shaa Bae
 “It’s not what you are eating. It is what is eating you.” In a nutshell, this could be said, to be the distinction of a meta-psychologist, from all other practitioner’s in the healing art-science community.
 In order to more fully understand this difference, we must look carefully at the term meta-psychologist. Simply […]

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The RDWC is happy to introduce Yoga instructors Jai Kartar and James Alexander. Their classes will be held Sundays at 9:30am and Mondays at 6:15pm. Each class will be an hour. Classes are open to all levels and will begin with a centering of body and mind using simple chants and breathing followed by a […]

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Last month Peter Goldbeck, Reiki Master and Reconnective Healer held his first Psychic Enhancement Workshop at the RDWC. Not knowing what to expect, I made my usual cup(s) of tea walked about nervously and wondered who would show up. Gradually as people wandered in, I settled down a bit.
We all have psychic abilities. The level […]

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As an acupuncturist a common question I ask patients is how much water they consume and whether or not they feel thirsty. Within Chinese Medicine, these questions help me determine if conditions of heat or cold, moisture or dryness are present. These and other questions help me assess my patient’s health. I also take in […]

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The CDC (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) promotes a “Five a Day Program”.
They suggest we eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day. This may not seem like a lot until we think about a typical American diet. If for instance you were to have a cup of coffee […]

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The CDC’s five a day guidelines seems so simple, one would wonder why a major federal agency would need to spend time and money on this issue. Basically healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains are being overshadowed by their more numerously available manufactured processed food choices.
Joshua Rosenthal, founder of the Institute for […]

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Pi Gu the ancient Chinese way to health and rejuvenation.  Pi Gu (pronounced Pee Goo) in Chinese literally means not to eat any grain. It is an ancient qigong method practiced to reduce consumption of food and water while maintaining normal healthy activities.  Over the centuries it has been proven to be a safe and […]

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Master  Cleanser Diet and Other Links

Stanley Burrough’s Master Cleanser Text
The Master Cleanser Official Book Site
Master Cleanser Update
Online Fasting Resource
Fasting International

Emei Qigong Pi Gu Information Contact:

Emeiqigong.com
Whatisqi.com
Emeiheal.com
Emeiqigongsd.com

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Spring is a time of rebirth and revitalization. It is the start of the natural cycle of life that includes birth, growth, maturation, decline and death. This is the season when trees enter their active growing phases and the landscape turns from the bland colors of winter to green. Our spirits lighten and we feel […]

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The liver is the second largest organ and is the biochemical processing powerhouse of the body. It is both hardworking and resilient. Here are a few simple ideas to help keep you liver running smoothly in spring.

The liver loves oxygen and the more oxygenated you can keep your body, the happier your liver will […]

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Honey Tree Nutrition Label An interesting sweetener came across my deck last month. The label read “Honey Tree’s Sugar Free Imitation Honey” My friend who purchased it had a dry cough and I suggested honey and lemon with tea would be helpful. Shopping in a local Walgreen’s this was the only honey product […]

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Winter is the season most of us contract a Cold and/or the Flu. Understanding the differences between the two will help determine the best treatment and help prevent their spreading.The common cold and the flu are caused by viral infections. Viruses responsible for both a cold and flu enter the body via the nose, mouth […]

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Symptoms

Cold

Flu

Fever

Rare

Characteristic, high (102- 104°F); lasts ~3 Days

Headache

Rare

Prominent

General Aches

Slight

Usual; often severe

Fatigue, Weakness

Quite mild

Can last up to 2 weeks

Extreme Exhaustion

Never

Early and prominent

Stuffy Nose

Common

Prominent

Headache

Rare

Sometimes

Sneezing

Usual

Sometimes

Sore Throat

Mild to moderate; hacking cough

Common; can become severe

Complications

Sinus congestion or earache

Bronchitis, pneumonia; can be life threatening

Prevention

None; natural medicines for immune system strengthening

Annual Vaccination; antiviral medicines; natural medicines for immune system strengthening

Source: The National Institute […]

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Tips of the Week

To reduce the chances of getting a cold or flu:

Wash hands frequently, with soap and water.
Limit hand contact with your face, nose, mouth and eyes.
Take steps to boost your immune system.
Limit your exposure to people who are sick and closed area with poor ventilation.
Keep mucus membrane moist. Drink extra liquids and […]

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November ushers in another season of holiday festivities and feasting. Year after year this season generate fond memories of family and friends bonded with feelings of thanksgiving and celebration. This season is also synonymous with overeating, over-indulgence and indigestion.Indigestion (or Dyspepsia) has many symptoms including heartburn, nausea, stomachache, belching, flatulence etc. It may be accompanied […]

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