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Mugwort Materia Medica

A classic herb in both medicine and magic, mugwort has a long history of use in both herbal medicine as well as more esoteric practices. Mugwort is the herb that becomes Moxa, a traditional preparation used in TCM in very similar ways to acupuncture. The prepared herb is placed on acupuncture points and burned to […]

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Medical Astrology Series: Leo

By: Ashley Noack, CCH LEO – THE LION (July 23-August 22) Element: Fire—Passion, Enthusiasm, Inspiration Planet: Sun—Vitality, Truth, Authority Body Parts Ruled: Back & Spine / Heart Enthusiastic / Powerful / Creative / Cheerful / Noble / Extravagant / Affectionate   There is no better known aspect in a person’s birth chart, than the sun sign. This […]

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Medical Astrology Series: Cancer

By: Ashley Noack, CCH CANCER—THE CRAB (June 21-July 22) Element: Water—Receptivity, Emotions, Healing Planet: Moon—Feeling, Unconscious, Maternal Body Part Ruled: The Breasts and Stomach Patient / Listening / Sympathetic / Sentimental / Nurturing / Loyal / Protective   Summer arrives and we slip easily into the nostalgic feeling of childhood, home, pot-lucks and popsicles. The work […]

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Medical Astrology Series: Taurus

By: Ashley Noack, CCH TAURUS—THE BULL (April 20-May 19) Element: Earth—Practical, Grounded, Creative Planet: Venus—Relationships, Beauty, Sensuality Body Part Ruled: The Neck & Throat, Thyroid Practical / Kind / Dependable / Resourceful / Generous / Sensuous / Provider   The seeds of spring are not only tender but also resilient. They endure intermittent frost, the deluge […]

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