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Like most people who menstruate, I have a love-hate relationship with the time of the month. After struggling for years with an eating disorder and the resulting hormonal imbalance, I am actually Happy Now when I get my period it indicates that my body is happy and healthy. Still, PMS symptoms like cramps and mood swings are no walk in the park. lulu ji A herbalist and founder alix healing Knows this very well. She experienced burnout in her late twenties, which led to various types of hormonal imbalances – acne, migraines, anxiety, insomnia and indigestion – all culminating in excruciating menstruation. Her doctor recommended birth control, painkillers, or just “sucking it up,” but she wasn’t satisfied with those answers. So, he asked for something else holistic approach to recovery,
Ge went back to her cultural roots and began implementing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). “TCM is a mind, body and spirit approach to wellness, and works with Your body needs to correct the root cause of the imbalance,” she explains. “Many of us aren’t taught how our hormones are connected to everything — from the health of our skin, hair and nails to our From energy levels, to sleep quality. , mental acuity Ambition, digestion And much more.” Ji began incorporating herbal remedies along with practices like gua sha and gentle movement, and was eventually able to reduce inflammation, soothe her skin, and regulate her cycle. Here Here is a glimpse of his daily rituals:
Natural light and meditation. “Most days, I avoid setting an alarm clock and let my body wake up naturally with sunlight. The sun is full of yang energy and is like a natural shot of espresso for our bodies, and vitamins D hormones are great for health. I open the curtains and breathe in this natural light before I sit for my Vedic meditation.”
Herbal Lattes and Gratitude Journaling. “I usually make an herbal tea or mushroom latte and add in my Alix herbal formula to give my body an adaptogenic boost while I state my intention for the day and visualize all the great things that will happen to me. Those I want to bring.”
Nutritious, protein-packed breakfast. “I try to eat 30 grams of protein at breakfast every morning. I also like to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables each week to make sure I get enough phytonutrients.”
Gentle movement. “Qigong is a gentle way to align breath with movement to release stagnation in the body and promote healthy circulation of blood and qi. If you have 30 seconds between Zoom meetings, Qigong Spinal Twists are an extra boost. “Giving is a great way to de-stress and energize.”
Composite facial sculpture. “I’m in my late thirties and want to avoid Botox and fillers, so using TCM tools like jade rollers and gua shas to sculpt the face is a big part of my routine. These help to activate circulation and relieve tension. And they are great for removing congestion. I especially love my friend Stephanie’s brand of jade rollers, mount lai She makes them in a variety of stones so you can choose what you need at the moment – for example, the amethyst roller helps release negative energy, while the jade roller helps ground and depuff.
Want to learn about Ge’s other tools, including the precise gua sha she uses for lymphatic drainage and her special tincture for reducing cortisol facials? Keep reading to see her complete beauty and health routine.
