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Natural Facial Rejuvenation Home Study Course with CEUs for Acupuncture, Massage & Bodywork

Big News!! Our new Home Study Course (or Distance Learning) has arrived!
This is our Level One Course in Natural Facial Rejuvenation which includes natural facial massage and facial acupressure.
Currently it is being approved by the California Acupuncture Board for CEUs and then we will be contacting the NCCAOM (the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.) and also the NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork) for CEU approval for Acupuncturists and for CE hours for Massage Therapists. We are very excited about this and also offer our apologies to those of you who have been so patiently waiting for our Home Study Course in Natural Facial Rejuvenation to actually materialize. We do hope that even though you will now be able to take Level One at home that we will still see many of you at our Live Workshops in Los Angeles.

More and more people are looking for natural non-surgical face lifts and ways to look better and feel good

Our next Natural Facial Rejuvenation Live event will be in Los Angeles in April 21-24, 2012 and it includes both Levels One and Two with CEUs. For more information on learning natural facial massage and acupressure easily and effortlessly through a synergistic blend of acupressure and cranio sacral techniques go to http://www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

This Post Holiday Edition follows on from the prior article about boosting your immune system and now focuses on how to get rid of the bugs and get back in shape

How to Recover from the Holidays:  Immune Boosters versus Bug Busters …

Tips from the Private Practice of Drs Julian and Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac, Doctors of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture

If the after effects of the holidays have left you feeling sluggish and bloated, you’re not alone. Have you gained a few pounds or do you feel all bloated?

Lots of people have got colds and flu. This year colds seem to be leaving people feeling absolutely exhausted – unless they are following the right tips.

Studies have shown that after all those parties and watching TV, some people are actually very glad to get back to work and into a more normal routine. The holidays can be super stressful to our immune systems – especially after all that sugar and alcohol.

Also, we might have had erratic sleep patterns, not enough rest, and family stress if kids are around for the holidays. No wonder you’re more susceptible to colds during this season.

So… back to wholesome eating, more rest to allow your immune system to catch up with itself, and funny movies!

In our last article we touched on some of the issues that affect the immune system. Do you remember that 70% -80% of our immune power comes from the digestive tract?

We also made an important clarification between Immune boosters and Bug Busters.

Immune Boosters and tonics have a very different affect on your body than the

Bug Busters which you would take when you actually have a cold or flu.

So what are these Bug Busters?

Internet “Bug Busters”

We looked on the internet and found a lot of home remedies recommended for colds and flu’s that are much too generalized, are ineffective and that can actually confuse your immune system. They don’t kill the bugs.

For example: salt gargles will dry you out. Do NOT use cooked cinnamon, or cooked ginger.

Astragalus and Schizandra are only okay as immune tonics; do not use them for bug busting.

Real Bug Busters:

Chinese Medicine includes a very sophisticated herbal system and a lot of research has been done in China on some of the following herbs:

• Lonicera,
• Chrysanthemum – has anti-inflammatory and anti pyretic effects
• Andrographis
• Isatis for viral conditions
• Echinacea is best at the beginning of a cold
• Goldenseal is another good bug buster

There are many Chinese herbal formulas for various stages of the flu which a qualified Chinese Herbal Practitioner can help you with.

If you’re usually pretty healthy then try the simple formula Yin Chiao (honeysuckle and forsythia) – at the beginning stages of a flu.

Remember a lot of the bug busters should be taken only for the short term as they can be harsh on the digestion.

Simple home remedies include: raw ginger, cinnamon twigs, raw scallions, raw garlic, all to be taken at the beginning of a cold and of course remember to help your digestion with high quality pre and probiotics.

You can go back to your immune boosters after your cold has ended and if you would like more simple tips and in depth information check out our FREE audio recording on "How to Recover from the Holidays:  Immune Boosters Versus Bug Busters" at http://www.meridianholistic.com/holidayrecovery.html

The information contained in this article has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease.  All material provided by us is for educational purposes only.  We always suggest that one seeks the advice of their physician, or other qualified healthcare provider, with any questions they may have regarding a medical condition or taking any diet, exercise, or other health program – especially with health challenges or a weak immune system

Tips from the Private Practice of Drs Julian and Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac, Doctors of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture

As the Holiday Season comes into full swing we always get asked “Help! The holidays are coming…. my family is coming to stay…. how can I make sure I don’t get sick?

So how do you boost Your Immune System over the holidays and not get sick?

First, do you know if your immune system, or Wei qi as we call it in Chinese Medicine, is weak?
Some key signs of a weak immune system:
·    Gas and bloating
·    Susceptible to weather changes
·    Aches and Pains
·    Low Energy
·    Weight Gain or loss
·    Skin Problems
·    Frequent colds and flu’s

What are the key challenges that will be stressing our immune systems this holiday season?

·    Rich foods – if your digestion is thrown off balance your immune system gets weakened
·    Sugar especially weakens the immune system
·    Lack of sleep as we party the night away, – or even irregular sleep like staying up later than usual watching that special holiday TV show
·   Stress – often parents are under super charged levels of stress trying to cope with everything with a smile on their face
·   stressful emotions such as depression and anger – both very common at this time of year.
·   Taking the wrong home remedies to combat flus and colds – so then you have to resort to strong medication that can weaken your immune system even more. (Yes, sometimes even home remedies can cause adverse effects.)

In this December article we draw on the principles of Ancient Chinese wisdom (TCM – Traditional Chinese Medicine) to clarify some important misconceptions. We’re focusing on some key Immune Boosters to help you to avoid getting sick over the holidays and in the January issue we will be focusing more on the Bug Busters.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine Prevention is KEY.

Immune Boosters are what you take to strengthen your immune system when you don’t have an infection – otherwise you are strengthening the bugs. We want to help prevent you from getting sick
Bug Busters are what you take as soon as you realize you are coming down with a cold. These are used specifically to fight bugs. They are NOT used for strengthening your system because they are often too harsh. You take them short term.

Immune System Boosters:                                                                                                                                       Get your digestive system nice and healthy. Did you know that 70 – 80% of your immune system comes from your digestive tract? So be mindful this season of what you eat. Consider tasty healthy alternatives such as fresh berries that boost your immune system instead of the sugary pies, simple baked yams without all the extra sugar. Every time you reach for the sugar pot, ask yourself if you really need it. Studies have shown that sugar literally stops the white blood cells from moving for several hours.  Yikes, that gives time for the bugs to invade! Choose organic whole foods to keep your energy up.

Take a break from TV, the computer and your cell phone to go for long walks with the family. You will sleep better and help your immune system.

Laugh and have fun with your friends. Watch funny movies together. You’ll be boosting your immune systems at the same time!

And finally, some remedies: Take extra probiotics to help your gut.
Here are some time tested herbs that have been extensively researched in China and found to boost the immune system:                                                                                                                                    Astragalus has been used for centuries,
Reishi mushrooms are a very popular Asian tonic,
Eleutherococcus regulates blood sugar levels naturally and boosts white blood cells
Codonopsis acts a little like ginseng but without disrupting or over stimulating other functions of the body. (Chinese Medicine doctors do not over use ginseng)
jujube dates pacify the digestion.
A traditional herbal formula like Jade Screen contains Astragalus and has been used for centuries to strengthen the Wei qi, boost the immune system and prevent susceptibility to flu's and colds. It is also used also for allergic rhinitis, allergies, hay fever.

We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and if you would like more in depth tips to boost your immune system check out our FREE audio recording: “Special Holiday Edition: Immune Boosters for your Health and Digestion” at:

http://www.MeridianHolistic.com/holidayspecial.html

If you would like a copy of the Digestive Health and Immune System Evaluator that we use to help you assess the effectiveness of any cleanse that you’re doing, whether off the shelf, with a fitness trainer, or a Celebrity cleanse (ie the latest and greatest) go to:

http://www.MeridianHolistic.com/holidayspecial.html

PS  Sources:
Even Wholefoods carries some of the items mentioned like the Astragalus, Reishi Mushrooms and Jade Screen. Many Health Food stores will special order for you if they don't have them in stock.
So you don't have to venture to China Town anymore!

Drs Julian and Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac can be found at

http://www.MeridianHolisticHealth.com

They hold Healing Retreats in Ojai and have their private
practice in Santa Monica, California.

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this article has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease.  All material provided by us is for educational purposes only.  We always suggest that you seek the advice of your physician, or other qualified healthcare provider, with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or taking any diet, exercise, or other health program.  Much of the material comes from the 2000 year old tradition of Chinese Medicine and has not been evaluated by the FDA. If you have any immune system concerns or are taking immunosuppressant medications consult with your qualified health practitioner, Acupuncturist or Chinese Herbal Doctor

She is Director, Southern California Health and Aging Public Policy Institute and the Center for Visual Gerontology

When I was diagnosed with cancer in 2005, lots of well-meaning friends suggested that instead of chemotherapy, I try alternative remedies and cures. While I was grateful for their interest and acknowledged that chemotherapy's origins are toxic, I responded that I was confident in my course of chemotherapy because it has a 95 percent success rate. Also, as a 35-year-old mother of two small children, choosing a less effective and unproven method of fighting cancer was not an option for me.

Cancer itself is no picnic, but surviving chemotherapy was by far the hardest thing I have ever done. Some people keep working and exercising, looking normal, and getting by without too much change in their lifestyles. Some drug therapies are harsher than others, and I am told ABVD for Hodgkins Lymphoma is a rough one. However, I am sure many patients are tougher than I am. I didn't have a lot of extra energy to pretend I was feeling fine or to invest in cooking, cleaning, exercising or my graduate studies. Any energy I could muster was spent trying to be a mother to my two small children. I didn't want to be a superwoman, just a mom.

When I told my 6-year-old, first grade daughter that my hair would be falling out, she said, "If you are bald, who is going to take me to school?" I suggested I could wear a wig, and she said, "They'll know." My 3-year-old son thought my wig was funny, and he would just rip it off my head. I pretty much stuck with hats and was thankful I started with an abnormally large amount of hair. I always expected one of the more outgoing first grade classmates to ask me about my hair, but none ever did.

After chemo Fridays, I usually felt like ants were crawling all over my body for the first day or two, and then I would basically crawl into a debilitating and nauseous cave for the next 5-6 days, coming out only to hug, smile at, and occasionally feed my family. During 6 months, I had 12 sessions of chemo — every other week. I would feel better after 10 days, in time to go back for more.

A few things helped me survive chemotherapy.

My community of women in the megalopolis of Los Angeles was amazing. Other moms I hardly knew would leave food and gifts on my doorstep, play with my kids, clean my house, hold prayer circles for me and even offer me medical marijuana to reduce my nausea. (My doctor advised me not to smoke anything as lung problems are a side effect of my chemotherapy drugs). Friends and family from all over the country came to help out. My husband received random phone calls from people around the world who sensed we needed help. We did, and learned to accept it with a grateful heart.

Two days before each chemotherapy session, I had a blood test to be sure my body could handle the next onslaught of drugs. Incredibly, my blood cell counts never went too low and I never needed a booster shot to reduce my risk of infection. My oncologist told me I had "miraculous blood", which I found ironic since I was battling a blood cancer. "Just keep doing whatever you are doing," she said.

Apart from the community that surrounded me, I had three personal practices to help me survive. One was a weekly trip to an acupuncturist, Dr. Julian Lange Using alternative medicine helped my body with energy and blood counts. My oncologist advised me not ingest any herbal remedies that could alter the chemo drugs, so Dr. Lange stuck with needles only.

The second ritual that helped my mind was a trip to In-N-Out Burger after every blood test. Since it was always 12 days after my previous chemo round, I could enjoy my Double Double Animal Style enough to keep me going. A few weeks into my ritual, I noticed the bottom of the paper wrapper had Nahum 1:7 on it. I was encouraged when I looked up the verse upon getting home: "The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him."

My third ritual for surviving chemotherapy was exactly what the burger wrapper advised — helping my spirit. My church sent two amazing women to pray with me every week, for six months. Whether or not you believe that God heals people, research has found that the practice of prayer during the course of chemotherapy treatment — and also during chronic illness and pain — improves patients' emotional well-being, depression, and anxiety.

Being diagnosed with cancer is scary, especially for moms. Living through it and chemotherapy are difficult too. Accessing treatment, developing coping strategies, and accepting help make survivors

posted by Dr Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac  www.MeridianHolisticHealth.com

excerpted from the Huffington Post, Dr Caroline Cicero

How to boost your Immune System and Beat those Bugs and Flus for a Brand New Year

Happy Chinese New Year: the Year of the White Rabbit!

To welcome in the New Chinese Year and to help you recover from the holiday flu, colds and bronchitis that have been doing the rounds, Julian and I bring you our Special New Year Edition Conference Call Recording.

We hope that this coming year will be a whole lot more healthy, prosperous and joyous for you. And we look forward to celebrating with you.

Here is our "Special New Year Edition: Immune Boosters & Bug Busters"

We're posting this call on our blog because of a special request as you will see below, from someone who followed up on our recommendations. So we hope that these tips will help you as much as they have helped others.

"Have you posted the audio for Holiday Conference calls? I found the information very helpful, and attribute adopting many of your recommendations to my, so far, making it through the season without any colds. If you remember how much of a problem that was for me a year ago, then you know what a miracle, indeed, that is, and I believe it would be very helpful to others as well."

We also invite you to celebrate YOU with us at our annual Los Angeles "Natural Facial Rejuvenation" Class on March 5th, 2011

Go to www.RejuvenateMyFace.com and get our Bonus "5 Minute Rejuvenator Tips" when you sign up early.

To your Best Health for a Brand New Year and a Brand New You!

Drs Susan and Julian Lange, OMD. L.Ac

Did you know that surgical face lifts and Botox can cut meridians and block the flow of healthy energy through the face? That they can be detrimental to your health? Cosmetic surgery can cause toxic scars; Botox can become addictive and has side effects?

What can you do?

Try Natural Facial Rejuvenation!

Discover how to:

• Get Rid of Those unwanted wrinkles
• without using BOTOX
• REDUCE the appearance of wrinkles without needing expensive creams
• REJUVENATE and renew aging skin
• RESTORE skin's youthful radiance and expression
• REFRESH & RENEW your connection with yourself

Did you know that you can do this with:

• No Needles that can cause bruising
• No Painful Injections
• No Micro-currents
• No burning of your skin

Results can be visible in minutes!

Join us for a:

PREVIEW of our next Transformational Facelift Massage Workshops (Live in April 21-24, 2012, – and our upcoming Home Study Course)  and learn what you can do for yourself at home to enhance not just your face health and beauty but your total health.

We can't wait to share some wonderful "before and after" stories and videos from our recent Transformational Face Lift workshop with you.

Check out our website at:

www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

Or call us at:

310 395-9525 ext 1#

Listen to our **Free** audio recording today!

In this free audio call on Natural Facial Rejuvenation Massage, Dr Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac. discusses the pros and cons of the hottest facial techniques in the market place.

To see other students' Natural Facial Rejuvenation stories and video, click on the link below:
www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

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To find out more and to get our free special gifts why don't you check out our Comedy blog on the healing benefits of laughter. We are building a collection of tons of fun suggestions for you to help you have …

more fun and play, – and boost your health … on the way!

Remember, Your Laughter Heals!

Go to: http://www.ComediesThat Heal.com

Tell us what you want and have some fun!

offered by Drs Susan and Julian Lange OMD, L.Ac from www.MeridianHolisticHealing.com

HOLISTIC HEALING MADE EASY

Chinese Medicine Teacher Extraordinaire

She was my first Chinese Medicine Teacher in 1974 and     here she is with my Mum, Jane Hutson, in Hong Kong.

Frances was a wonderful teacher in the old Chinese tradition, big on Five Elements, herbs, Face Reading, Facial Analysis, Hand Reading, Hand Writing Analysis.  She had many gifts and skills and inspired our whole family. She was very big on Community Service and founded the Hong Kong School of Hygiene.  Her son Thomas is a practising chiropractor in Hong Kong.

Frances first taught me her Facial Rejuvenation protocol in the early 70s and I based my early classes "The Lazy Way to Looking Good" on her protocol. We also use her protocol in our "Natural Facial Rejuvenation" classes, that I co-teach with cranio-sacral therapist, Mary Louise Muller, – all these years later.

I recently met up with Maura Bright who practises Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Rejuvenation in London's Harley Street.  She studied with Daphne Youngson who was also a student of Dr Frances Wong, in the early days.

We are both excited to be reconnecting with our Ancient Chinese Medicine lineage.

posted by Susan Lange OMD, L.Ac at www.MeridianHolistic.com/HealthyLiving

Transformational

LEARN OUR UNIQUE FACIAL REJUVENATION SYSTEM

WITH NATURAL FACE LIFT MASSAGE (CEUs)

Watch our Intro Video at www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

Blend acupressure and natural facial rejuvenation techniques to bring softness and balance to your face, being and life energies

Lift Your Face, Lift Your Spirits with the Lange-Muller method of Natural Facial Rejuvenation!

OPTION ONE: LIVE NATURAL FACIAL REJUVENATION CLASSES (7-28 CEUs);

OPTION TWO:  NATURAL FACIAL REJUVENATION HOME STUDY COURSE, Level 1, CEUs

Natural Facial Rejuvenation with Face-Lift massage is a blend of the best of traditional and modern healing touch. The acupressure work is rooted deep in Chinese tradition and was taught to Dr Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac by her first acupuncture teacher, Dr. Frances Wong, in Hong Kong in the early 1970’s. We blend this with skillful gentle touch that comes from biodynamic craniosacral roots to transform the face, the body and its structural balance.

We will be teaching Self Help skills so you do not need to be a practitioner for Level 1

In this class you will learn information and skills that help you and your clients to:

NATURAL FACIAL REJUVENATION, Level I

• Improve elasticity and tone in the skin, connective tissue and muscular layers of the face
• Enhance circulation of lymph, blood and chi
• Restore expressivity, joy and youthfulness to the face
• Bring relaxation to the whole body through contacting the social engagement nervous system
• Read and transform underlying stagnations, weaknesses and imbalances reflected in the face, – the yin and the yang.
• Evaluate your face for before and after assessment – Bring a mirror to witness the immediate effects of this technique!

NATURAL FACIAL REJUVENATION, Level II

• Increases acupressure contacts and the in-depth understanding for more powerful effect
• Completes the Dr. Wong acupressure face-lift sequence for an easy daily routine you can teach your clients
• Deepens exploration of fascial and muscular relationships of the face and neck for tighter, firmer skin
• Deepens understanding of the breathing face and tissue and bony relationships
• Deepens understanding of the five element personality and face shapes and their importance in face-lift massage to assess underlying issues. You will be learning an overview of Chinese Face Reading for this.
• Gives tools to work with releasing the tensions and weaknesses that create wrinkles, lines, flab and sagging, for greater tone and resilience
• Explores the complex issues that affect and are affected by face-lift massage, i.e. dental work, cosmetic surgery, environmental exposure and emotions

For student stories from our recent Natural Facial Rejuvenation Classes click here: www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

Mary Louise Muller, M.Ed., RCST , RPP, is a gifted biodynamic craniosacral therapist in private practice in Murrieta and Los Angeles, CA. She is the developer of Resonant Healing and an internationally recognized teacher and author. Mary Louise has been active in the healing arts for 35 years.

Dr Susan Lange O.M.D., L.Ac., is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Oriental Medicine, as well as a biodynamic craniosacral therapist, in private practice in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA. Trained in Hong Kong, and Europe, she has been teaching natural face-lift massage since the early 1980’s. She is also Core Energetics therapist (a form of body psychotherapy) and brings an in-depth knowledge of the 5 body/psychological types to the Natural Facial Rejuvenation classes. Along with her husband Julian Lange O.M.D., L.Ac, she opened one of the first and finest non-toxic holistic healing centers in Santa Monica in 1990.

Contact us at:

info (@)MeridianHolistic.com • 310-395-9525 ext 2#

Find us online at:
www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

Course Tuition for Natural Facial Rejuvenation Class, Level I One Day

$250.00 - full payment includes 7 CE hrs
$197.00 – reduced tuition up to 4 weeks in advance inc. CE hrs

$97.00 for returning graduates

Plus SPECIAL BONUS: "Five Element Mini, Natural Face Lift Chart" to use at home

Course Tuition for Natural Facial Rejuvenation Class, Level II, Three Days

Level II Three Day
$597 – full tuition includes 21 CE hrs

$547 – reduced tuition if paid up to 4 weeks in advance inc.CE hrs

Another SPECIAL BONUS:
If you sign up for both Level 1 & Level 2 more than 4 weeks in advance of taking your Level 1 class, the tuition for both Levels is $597 … TOTAL! (That's a $200 discount early bird special!)

Class Hours:
Level 1 One Day 9:30 to 6:00
Level 2 Three Day 9:30 to 6:15 Days 1 and 2
9:00 to 5:00 Day 3

Refund Policy- If a class participant finds it necessary to withdraw up to four weeks in advance, the full deposit is refunded (less a $50 servicing fee). If a participant withdraws after that time, all tuition is nonrefundable, but may be applied to a future seminar.

Continuing Education Hours (CEUs) available.

Acupuncture Continuing Education Hours, 7 hours for Level I, 21 hours for Level II, (28 CEUs total)

Nursing Continuing Education Hours available. Provider approved by the Cal. Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 12248 for 7 contact hours. Level I, for 21 contact hours Level II (28 CEUs total)

LifeShapes is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. 7 continuing education hours are available for Level I, 21 continuing education hours for level II. (28 CEUs total)

Contact: Meridian Center 310 395 9525 ext 1#    or info(@)MeridianHolistic.com

For student stories from our most recent Level 1 Classes click here: www.RejuvenateMyFace.com

Acne and Pimples: Top 7 Factors to Healing Acne, Pimples and Other Skin Conditions with Chinese Medicine

Don't we all hanker after a healthy looking face and beautiful skin? Worrisome skin problems can range from symptoms as excruciating as acne, pimples, psoriasis and eczema to simply having a sallow dull skin complexion. In Chinese Medicine there are some basic principles that we follow to heal skin problems such as acne, pimples, eczema and psoriasis. No matter what type of skin problem we might have it can be very uncomfortable and embarrassing if it affects our face. For long term skin and face health you need a multi pronged approach. Don't get seduced by the single quick fixes for acne and pimples and other skin problems that you read about on the internet – especially the topical creams that you put on your face and skin. They may be simple but they are usually not effective enough for face and skin health.

There are seven key factors that need to be addressed to have a healthy face and healthy skin. They are as follows: 

1. Treat the gut: leaky gut and parasite issues are in fact a big deal in the treatment of face health and skin health through Chinese Medicine. This approach is not well known or widely used in Western or conventional treatments. Conventional treatments focus mostly on topical skin treatments: skin and face creams, antibiotics and steroids which of course affect the digestion, kill off the good bacteria and can make the acne and pimples worse. When the digestion gets worse the face and skin get worse and it becomes one aggravating and frustrating, even embarrassing vicious cycle. So improving your digestion is an important step to improve face health and skin health and to reduce acne, pimples and other skin problems.

2. Improve your Diet: a simple first step is to determine if you are more Yin or more Yang. A lot has been written about general diet for the management of acne, pimples and other skin problems, for example avoid greasy foods, eat more fresh fruit and vegetables, go on a detox diet, but in Chinese Medicine we are much more specific. We hold the same general principles but why is it important to determine if you are Yin or Yang? Because then you can be more aware of the foods that are right for you and therefore be more effective in reducing acne, pimples and other skin conditions. If you're more Yang for example you would want to avoid hot spicy foods because they would exacerbate the heat toxin that is already in your body creating the skin condition of acne or pimples. If you are too Yin you would want to avoid cold or damp foods, which contribute to different skin and face problems.

3. Reduce Heat Toxins: in Chinese Medicine there are various forms of heat such as heat in the liver, heat in the stomach or lungs, heat in the blood and damp heat. Different kinds of heat can result in different kinds of skin and face problems.

4. Healthy Breathing: oxygenates the blood, improves circulation and lymph flow and helps the body, face and skin to detoxify so that acne, pimples, psoriasis and eczema symptoms can be reduced. Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Yoga breathing, – these are all good ways to improve the circulation to your skin, help your body detox impurities from the skin, get that heat toxin flushed out and acne and pimples on the skin cleared up

5. Avoid toxic skin products: these can contribute to the heat toxins in your body and skin and contribute to acne and pimples on the skin. Even in "organic" skin products you can find petrochemicals and preservatives that don't just irritate your surface skin but also get absorbed through the skin into your body. So read the labels and become skin care savvy. eg avoid methyl and propyl parabens, vaseline, and excessive use of skin creams that might have a petroleum base. Household and garden chemicals, household cleaning products can also create heat toxins which affect your skin health.

6. Release old Trauma: areas of your body where you have had accidents can be weaker than the rest of you and therefore be more susceptible to skin problems. Any area of trauma or emotional distress creates what we call "stagnation" in Chinese Medicine and contributes to heat toxins in the blood. This can manifest as skin problems such as acne, pimples, psoriasis or eczema.

7. Emotions: in Chinese Medicine bottled up emotions build and create heat just like old trauma, so make sure you de-stress as much as you can, to reduce the chance of acne and pimples on your skin and face.

Bonus tip: Probably the most important question that a doctor of Chinese Medicine should ask someone one with acne, pimples, eczema or psoriasis is "are you constipated?" This would also help them determine what kind of Yin or Yang foods and activities would help the skin. So make sure that you're not constipated and pay attention to the above factors for beautiful, healthy face and skin.

And get your FREE self evaluation copy of

"Are You Yin or Are You Yang? Why You Need to Know This",

to help you on your way to beautiful healthy skin

when you sign up for our monthly FREE Healthy Skin and Digestion coaching calls at http://www.MyHealthyDigestion.com

To Your Best Health

From Dr Susan Lange OMD, L.Ac and the Meridian Center for Holistic Medicine