When most people think of the heart, they think of a pump that circulates blood throughout the body. While that's certainly true, both modern science and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) recognize that the heart plays a much larger role in our overall health and wellbeing. Every heartbeat begins with an electrical impulse. Specialized cells generate and conduct electrical signals that coordinate the heart's rhythm and keep blood flowing efficiently. In many ways, the heart

As winter gives way to spring, many people notice subtle changes in their mood, energy, sleep, and physical health. You may feel more restless, impatient, easily frustrated, or emotionally reactive. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), these symptoms are often linked to the Liver system and the Wood element, which govern the spring season. Understanding how the Liver functions in TCM can help explain why seasonal transitions affect both body and mind. The Liver: The General