With the increased melding of modern wellness techniques with traditional medicine wisdom, we are seeing the advent of innovative feminine products that can meet a woman’s needs–even some of her more intimate ones. When one thinks of traditional Chinese herbal medicine, one might picture a brewing caldron of herbs carefully watched and perhaps a little challenging on the tastebuds. But a recent article in Forbes.com magazine by dietitian and health coach, Jess Cording, highlights a new feminine health brand, Antevorta, aimed especially to empower women with easy and convenient intimate wellness products.
These products incorporate elements of the traditional Chinese herbal formula, Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin, which has classically been used to manage various dermatological inflammatory conditions. Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin is a gorgeous bouquet of a formula consisting of five flowers–Japanese honeysuckle, violet, dandelion, wild chrysanthemum, and false columbine. According to Chinese herbology, flowers are light in nature so they float up to the surface and can be most effective at treating conditions on the skin’s exterior. So there is no surprise that this traditional formula is particularly useful at helping dermatological conditions, and in this case, in the nether regions.
Seeing the Whole You
Five Season’s founder, Sharon Yeung, LAc, was honored to share her expertise in traditional Chinese medicine and its approach to treating women’s health conditions for this article.
“Traditional Chinese medicine takes a holistic approach to health so when a woman comes into our office, our one-on-one consultation will explore not only physiological symptoms concerning their gynecological history, hormones and stage in life, but also incorporate mental and emotional factors which may include anxiety and depression, past experiences or traumas, relationship circumstances, and the like.”
Whole You PLUS a Comprehensive Course of Action
Yeung continues to share how the Chinese medicine approach not only holistically takes into account the body, mind & spirit when identifying disease and their roots but is also all-encompassing with the treatment plan as well.
“Usually, we identify multiple variables to address and together, we come up with a short- and long-term plan to make incremental but sustainable changes in these areas. There are infectious diseases and gynecological conditions that can affect intimacy so we address these issues as well. Most presentations are quite nuanced and we aim to fit together all the puzzle pieces to come up with an effective treatment plan.”
For the Ladies: Feminine Health All the Way Down
In addition to feminine hygiene concerns, Yeung discusses other conditions women frequently seek her help in addressing.
“The most common intimacy issues we see are related to orgasm, libido, and vaginal dryness. Sometimes the root of the problem is physiological and we may need to relax spasming pelvic floor muscles, increase moisture to the tissues, strengthen sexual functioning and/or overall energy. In other cases, there may be mental or emotional blockages that we release with acupuncture and herbs. Sometimes during our consultation, we reveal lifestyle or dietary habits or relationship patterns that are negatively affecting intimacy, and we combine Chinese medicine treatment with exploring ways to make changes in diet and lifestyle or find additional therapy or support.”
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If you or a loved one is interested in seeking help with feminine health issues, know that traditional Chinese medicine can be a safe and effective tool to help your body get back into a balanced and enlivened state. As Yeung states in the article, “Coming to a clear diagnosis through a thorough health intake is the best way to benefit intimacy concerns.” Feel free to schedule an appointment to see how acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can help.
