Healing, Yoga and Qigong

Bright orange pumpkins really brighten up our world, don’t they?   But pumpkins are not only visually pleasing, they also appeal to our sensual centers. Studies have found that certain smells can arouse one’s sexual desire. As it turns out, the smell of pumpkin pie is among them, along with black licorice and vanilla. To spice up your love life, I’m going to address some of your questions about low libido, and share with you a few tricks and treats to rekindle the flame of passion. In  Traditional Chinese Medicine ,  sexual health is the function of the yang – fire energy – of the kidney-adrenal system. Yang energy may wane due to unhealthy dietary or lifestyle factors, or become blocked by negative emotions. When this happens, there is a deficiency of the fire that sustains healthy sexual energy . For women, love – the emotional connection from the heart – is often the first thing that’s needed to reignite the sexual fire. Reconnect with y...

The name "pumpkin" originated from the Greek word "pepon," which  means "large melon." Pumpkin seeds  are  more than 30 percent protein. Pumpkin seeds contain active compounds of essential fatty acids,  amino acids and vitamins. Sources: University of South Carolina Spartanburg, Journal of Tongji  Medical University, University of Oklahoma Centuries before the pilgrims arrived in North America, Native  Americans were using pumpkin seeds not just as food, but also for  medicinal purposes. Colonial settlers quickly followed suit, relying  on  Pumpkin seeds  to help a variety of ailments, from kidney problems  to "female ills."   Please read more on strengthening the kidneys http://spirithealers.blogspot.com/2013/06/overcome-fear-by-strengthening-kidneys.html http://spirithealers.blogspot.com/2013/04/the-key-to-longevity-kidney-point.html These days, pumpkins generally are relegated to  harv...