Chinese dietary therapy is a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and offers a holistic approach to health and well-being. It focuses on understanding how the foods we eat interact with the body’s internal energy, or Qi, and the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water). This approach is based on the idea that food is not only fuel, but also medicine that can restore balance, improve organ function, and promote long-term health.

One of the core principles of Chinese dietary therapy is eating in harmony with the seasons, the body’s constitution, and environmental factors, which can enhance energy, digestion, and overall wellness. Rather than a one-size-fits-all diet, TCM emphasizes personalised nutrition based on individual needs, ensuring that the food you eat supports your unique health and vitality.

Learning Chinese dietary therapy is incredibly beneficial for supporting your digestive health, particularly your stomach and spleen—two of the most important organs in Chinese medicine for processing food, energy, and nutrients.

• Supporting Digestion: In TCM, the stomach is the organ responsible for breaking down food and extracting energy, while the spleen is essential for the transformation of nutrients into Qi (vital energy). By eating foods that are in line with Chinese nutritional principles, you can strengthen both the stomach and spleen, improving your digestive function and energy levels.
• Balancing Your Qi: Eating with the seasons and choosing the right foods can enhance the flow of Qi in the body, which promotes better digestion, better absorption of nutrients, and overall improved vitality.
• Restoring Balance: Chinese dietary therapy can help to balance excessive heat, coldness, dampness, and other imbalances in the body that can disrupt digestive health. For example, if you suffer from bloating, fatigue, or digestive discomfort, dietary therapy can help to bring your stomach and spleen back into balance.
• Preventive Health: Instead of just addressing symptoms, Chinese dietary therapy supports preventive wellness. By integrating these practices into your lifestyle, you’re nourishing your body in a way that helps prevent future health imbalances and maintains long-term well-being.

By learning and applying these ancient dietary principles, you’ll not only improve digestive health but also boost your immunity, increase your energy, and support your overall wellness. Understanding the healing potential of food and how it can be tailored to your body’s unique needs will empower you to live a healthier, more vibrant life.

This course will give you the tools to incorporate Chinese nutritional wisdom into your daily routine, supporting the health of your stomach and spleen, while helping you to feel more balanced and energised.

The Five Elements & Nutrition

Discover how the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) influence the foods you should eat to support your organs and overall health. Learn how to tailor your diet to balance these elements within your body to restore harmony and vitality.

Seasonal Eating & Wellness

Understand how to adapt your diet according to the changing seasons to enhance digestion, boost immunity, and maintain energy throughout the year. Learn which foods are most beneficial during different times of the year, helping you align your nutrition with nature’s cycles.

Strengthening the Stomach & Spleen

Explore the vital role of the stomach and spleen in Chinese Medicine. Learn which foods and cooking methods can strengthen digestion, improve nutrient absorption, and promote healthy energy production, ensuring a strong digestive system and robust health.

Foods for Healing and Vitality

Learn how specific foods can nourish and support key organs, particularly the stomach and spleen, to improve Qi (energy) and overall vitality. Understand how to balance cooling and warming foods to maintain internal harmony and support long-term wellness.

Digestive Health & Energy Boosting

Discover how foods can regulate your digestive system, eliminate excess dampness, and improve energy levels. Focus on nourishing your body with easy-to-digest foods that enhance your body’s ability to absorb nutrients and maintain steady energy throughout the day.

Practical Cooking Tips for Chinese Nutrition

Get hands-on tips for preparing meals that align with Chinese nutritional principles. Learn how to cook for health using herbal remedies, spices, and ingredients that support digestion, strengthen immunity, and restore balance in your body.

Building a Personalised Nutrition Plan

Learn how to create your own customised dietary plan based on your body’s specific needs, taking into account your health goals, constitution, and environment. Develop a practical approach to incorporating Chinese dietary therapy into your everyday life for lasting wellness.

Mindful Eating Practices

Understand the importance of mindful eating and how your relationship with food can influence your digestive health and emotional well-being. Learn to eat in a way that enhances both your physical and mental health, fostering a deeper connection with your body’s needs.

The Chinese Medicine Body Clock

Learn about the 24-hour Chinese Body Clock and how the body’s organs follow a natural rhythm that corresponds with specific times of day. Understand how each organ is most active during a two-hour period, and how you can align your activities, diet, and self-care to harmonize with your body’s natural cycles. This knowledge can help you optimize digestion, energy, and overall well-being by eating at the right times and supporting your organs when they need it most.

Qi Gong Express for Energy & Healing

Learn Qigong Express, a series of simple movements and breathing exercises to boost Qi (vital energy), improve circulation, and support the digestive system. This powerful practice can help you cultivate internal harmony, enhance digestion, and boost your energy levels.

• Have a deeper understanding of how food can act as medicine to restore balance in the body and mind.
• Be equipped with practical tools to incorporate Chinese dietary therapy into your daily routine, supporting digestive health, immunity, and energy.
• Know how to tailor your diet to your unique constitution, the seasonal changes, and the times of day according to the Chinese Body Clock.
• Learn how to cook for vitality with herbal remedies and balanced nutrition, incorporating foods that strengthen key organs like the stomach, spleen, and lungs.
• Be empowered to use mindful eating practices and Qigong Express to enhance your mental clarity, physical vitality, and emotional well-being.

This course will provide you with a holistic, practical approach to Chinese nutrition, combining ancient wisdom with modern-day application to help you maintain balance, vitality, and long-term wellness