The Dao Does
The Dao Does Journal is a collation of lifestyle advice, practical tips and recommendations inspired by the roots of our practice ~ Traditional Chinese Medicine. Our team of practitioners share their insights on how to encompass these ‘ways’ into your daily life.
What Do Cupping Marks Mean? A TCM Explanation ~
So, what do your cupping marks mean? Cupping has been used for thousands of years in a variety of traditional medicines across Asia, Egypt, India and Greece. More recently, we have seen the popularity of cupping grow globally, not only through Traditional Chinese...
Inside a TCM Practitioner’s Immune Toolkit
One of the things Chinese medicine does particularly well is immune support. It's pattern-based, practical, and when you catch things early, it can make a real difference. In Chinese medicine, immune health is understood through Wei Qi - our defensive Qi. It...
What Are GLP-1 Medications Doing to Your Spleen Qi?
GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic®, Wegovy® and Mounjaro® have transformed the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes. By slowing gastric emptying, reducing appetite and improving blood glucose regulation, these medications have helped many achieve significant and...
Can Acupuncture help during IVF? Here’s what the research says ~
Acupuncture as an adjunct therapy during your IVF Cycle For many people undergoing In vitro fertilisation (IVF), the experience can feel physically demanding and emotionally challenging navigating each step. Alongside conventional fertility treatment, Acupuncture is...
The TCM Map: What Your Headache Location Reveals
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the location of your headache is one of the most important diagnostic clues an acupuncturist has for their treatment. While Western medicine classifies headaches primarily by their character (throbbing, pressing, stabbing), TCM...
What It Takes to Practise Chinese Medicine ~
Becoming a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine is often underestimated. From the outside, it can look simple: fine needles, herbal formulas, a quiet treatment room. But what sits beneath that is years of study, clinical training, and ongoing practice that...
How Does TCM Diagnose and Treat Acne ~
The 5 Major Causes of Acne in TCM In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acne is not only viewed as a surface skin condition, but it is also a reflection of an internal state of imbalance. In TCM, acne is most often associated with internal Heat and the formation of...
What your Acupuncturist does during her period ~
As a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for ten years, I have learnt 4 non-negotiable practices from both personal and clinical experience that I integrate into my lifestyle during my period to support a healthy and efficient menstrual bleed and...
How Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Support Your Hair Health? ~
Through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), our hair offers significant insights into our overall health. It reflects systemic balance, nutrition, organ function, and the circulation of vital energy (Qi) and blood. This is why TCM has sought to enhance...
2026 Year of the Horse ~
As we say goodbye to 2025, the Year of the Snake, we prepare to step into the bold, fast-moving energy of the Fire Horse, with the Chinese New Year arriving on 17 February 2026. This transition marks a noticeable shift in pace and focus. Where the Snake year...
Birth Preparation Diaries ~
As I moved into the final weeks of my first pregnancy, I found myself completely consumed by one question: How do I prepare for labour? I was suspended between the thrill of finally meeting my baby and the uncertainty of when labour would begin - especially as the...
3 Ways to Calm your Shen ~
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Shen can be translated as the Spirit. The Shen is seen as the whole emotional, spiritual and mental aspects of a person and is a vital concept in understanding a patient’s psychological and physical health in clinical...
