What can I do to Stay Healthy and Youthful?

We are born with a certain inherited constitution that serves as a bank account of vitality.  The body recognizes health as a natural state of being and allocates resources to protect health.   To keep these resources in ample supply throughout our lifetime, we must replenish our body, mind and spirit on a daily routine called lifestyle.  Stress, emotions such as worry, sadness, anger or fear, overwork or overplay, irregular eating habits or diet dwindle our resources.  A diet or tonic that supports your constitution, exercise, rest and healthy emotions keep your resources and defenses strong.  TCM accesses the body’s healing points to build energy and immune function of an organ system.  It is a powerful medicine to ward off illness.   Prevention of illness is the most cost-effective and least disruptive plan of health.  A yearly or seasonal health assessment and recommendations anticipates potential health issues and supports well-being.