Tea Time with Dr. Siatnee Chong - Women's Body, Mind and Spirit
49 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsWelcome to Tea Time with Dr. Siatnee (See-et-Nee) Chong (DACM)- Wellness For Women’s Body, Mind, and Spirit. Join us as we talk about women’s health and hormone issues with special guests and experts. We talk about Chinese ancient wisdom, medicine, herbs, and QI (pronounced Chi). Qi is the circulating life force whose existence and properties are the basis of Chinese philosophy and medicine. As a Dr. of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with a focus on women’s hormonal health, this is the cornerstone of my practice and life. I want to share what has worked for me and thousands to live a happier, healthier more balanced life.
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Prenatal Multivitamins for Fertility, IVF and over 35 years old | Episode 35
August 20, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 11.7 MBTaking a Prenatal multivitamin every day is one of the most important things you can do to prepare for pregnancy. And it is never too early to start. Vitamins such as folic acid are not only critical to preventing birth defects but may also make it easier to get pregnant in the first place by restoring ovulation and boosting egg quality. Some vitamins can also reduce the risk of miscarriage. For all these reasons, it is important to start taking your prenatal vitamin early - if ...
Stepping into your greater potential, with guest, Johnny Blackburn, author of Eternal Rising
August 13, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBToday, I welcome our guest, Johnny Blackburn, who is a friend I’ve known for many years. Johnny Blackburn is a professional coach, speaker, and facilitator who empowers others to discover and to live in deeper Presence. He is a respected authority in the human embodiment, connection, and professional performance. His background includes management consulting, a Master’s degree in Psychology, and more than 3000+ hours working as a professional certified coach. Johnny and I have...
New Skin in 28 Days | Episode 33
August 05, 2020 16:14 - 27 minutes - 15.3 MBThe skin completely renews itself every twenty-eight days. In essence, your skin is no more than a month old at any given moment. Cells in the skin are continuously dying and replacing themselves. We can renew our skin in a healthy or unhealthy way. How the skin renews itself depends on what we have been eating over the previous days, weeks, and months. One of the benefits of eating well is that fresh blood is drawn continuously to the surface areas of the body, stimulating the sk...
Pelvic Floor Health Throughout a Woman's Life | Episode 32
July 29, 2020 16:20 - 26 minutes - 15.5 MBWe have an amazing guest today, Dr. Lindsey Paczkowski, PT, DPT joining us today to discuss Pelvic Floor Health throughout a Woman's Life. She will talk to us about pelvic health for women throughout the lifecycle of a woman’s life. Dr. Lindsey Paczkowski is a Performance Physical Therapist and a Pelvic Health and Postpartum Specialist. She received her Bachelor's degree in exercise science and her clinical doctorate in Physical Therapy from Carroll University (Waukesha, WI). S...
Pelvic Floor Health Throughout a Woman's Life | Episode 33
July 23, 2020 04:20 - 26 minutes - 15.5 MBWe have an amazing guest today, Dr. Lindsey Paczkowski, PT, DPT joining us today to discuss Pelvic Floor Health throughout a Woman's Life
Using breath work to end R.A.C.I.S.M. And breaking down the ‘ISM’ in us | Episode 31
July 18, 2020 09:14 - 26 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, we talked about: The acronym R.A.C.I.S.M., and what each of the letters represented in the ‘ISM’. How #BLM is represented in the Zang Fu Chinese Medicine Diagnosis We delved in Hue-beings, instead of Hu-Man as we embrace all hues of colors in people, regardless of gender. How BREATHWORK like Qi Gong & Nei Gong can be used for deep introspection and a tool to EVOLVE. How each acronym of T.I.M.E: Time, Intimacy, Money and Energy is broken down for us as small steps to m...
Using breath work to end R.A.C.I.S.M. And breaking down the ‘ISMS’ in us | Episode 31
July 18, 2020 09:14 - 26 minutes - 14.5 MBHow using breathwork can end R.A.C.I.S.M, and breaking down the ‘ISMS’ in us. Today, I have my friend, Shophar whom I’ve known for many years, as a guest, to talk about his work on using Qi Gong, Nei Gong, and Breathwork to end R.A.C.I.S.M. He will be sharing his approach through the lens of Chinese Medicine and Zang Fu diagnosis to transform the ‘ISM” in us. I met Shophar in one of my Chinese Medicine Herbal Classes many years ago, and we have stayed in touch ever since. Shophar and his te...
PMS Stories + 3 Mistakes To Avoid | Episode 30
July 08, 2020 15:32 - 25 minutes - 15.5 MBThe DOOR's are OPEN for my Online Class: https://siatneechong.com/onlinecourse/ Today, I'm sharing my PMS case studies today + the secret to optimizing your monthly cycle. Grab some tea, or a beverage you like, and let's meet soon. In my clinic in San Diego, CA, I've treated thousands of women with PMS issues. My passion for helping you cross over this challenge has inspired me to share my knowledge and experience with you. In this episode, we look at - 3 PMS stories - 10 personalit...
Breathing Mindfulness for Healing | Episode 29
July 08, 2020 15:31 - 16 minutes - 9.08 MBThere has been so MUCH going on with the world. Right now, there are protests and unrest across the country. Even when I am not personally involved in the tug of war, I feel the anger, resentment, and hurt. Many people feel it and you might too. I know many who can’t sleep, struggle to concentrate and feel a weight on their heart from all the pain. Speaking too much, watching the news, not sleeping, grieving, angry, sadness.. all put stress in our lungs and voicebox. Over time, ou...
Dropping Suitcases - Emotional Energy Getting Stuck In The Physical Body | Episode 28
July 08, 2020 15:31 - 14 minutes - 9.09 MBIn my clinic, I am still seeing patients. Right now during all of this unrest, I’ve seen an alarming rate of cases of emotional energy getting stuck in the physical body. Sometimes that can show up as sleep problems, overthinking/mental chatter, or complete avoidance to face reality... Emotions that we carry for a long time can get trapped in the body as stagnation and impedes the movement of energy. It can sap vitality and cause lots of physical problems.
Seeing Other People As Human Beings | Episode 27
July 08, 2020 15:31 - 11 minutes - 7.17 MBA Guided Meditation of Awareness: Seeing Other People as Human Beings rather than Labels. I chose this topic during this time as we are spotlighting inequalities around the world. When I reflect on this topic, my stomach turns and I feel this heaviness in my heart. With all the stories that I have read and heard, I feel a sense of deep compassion. I am sure you also have many emotions on many levels and in the process of making sense of your world. You might agree or not agree on ce...
Breathing Techniques To Calm Your Nerves During Turbulent Times | Episode 26
July 08, 2020 15:30 - 19 minutes - 11.5 MBLearn about how breathing techniques can help you calm your nerves even during turbulent times. There has been so MUCH going on with the world. Right now, there are protests and unrest across the country with Black Lives Matter. Even when I am not personally involved in the tug of war, I feel the anger, resentment, and hurt. Many people feel it and you might too. I know many who can’t sleep, struggle to concentrate and feel a weight on their heart from all the pain. Speaking too...
How To Beat Bloating and Gas? | Episode 25
July 08, 2020 15:30 - 12 minutes - 7.32 MBIt's not just about what you eat. It's also about: - HOW you eat - WHEN you eat - WHAT else you drink with your meals (not COLD water!) Today. it’s all about eating during our busy lives and how that affects us: physical, mental, and spiritual health. During this work at home times, some of us have been eating our meals at our desk, or over the stove while cooking. In this episode, I talk about: - How Chinese Medicine views food in its physical aspects and energetic aspects. ...
All About Flower Essence | Episode 24
July 08, 2020 15:30 - 18 minutes - 11.4 MBI'm passionate about empowering people to live with less stress. Flower essences are a safe, effective tool that anyone can use to bring their emotions back into balance. Life is too short to be out of balance. Today’s guest is Susi Vine, a flower essence practitioner and Holistic Health Practitioner who will talk about how Flower Essence Therapy supports anyone, anywhere during turbulent times. She will elaborate on when to use and how to use them safely.
Toning and Strengthening Female Reproductive Health | Episode 23
July 08, 2020 15:30 - 19 minutes - 12.3 MBFor centuries, women have used herbs to take care of their hormonal system. Generations of grandmother and mothers from ancient cultures have passed on wisdom and knowledge of herbal combinations to regulate period, ease pain, help with the process of childbirth, and ease menopause. BioScience has now identified ingredients in certain herbs, called plant steroids which support hormonal functions. These herbs have similar properties to our own hormones. In Western herbalism and Chi...
Hemorrhoids in Pregnancy and Childbirth, Diet and Stress | Episode 22
July 08, 2020 15:29 - 15 minutes - 9.62 MBToday, we will talk about a health topic that most of us never want to talk about, it's embarrassing, it's TMI (too much information), and too personal. But, all the more reason have a conversation about it. I want to provide a safe space, without any judgment if you or someone you loved have experienced it.
Special Tea for Monthly Flow | Episode 21
July 08, 2020 15:29 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MBChinese herbs have varied uses and many benefits. In my office, I do custom herbs combinations for each person according to their particular constitution. Of all the teas, I enjoy making this particular tea during my own period/Flow days.
ALL About Sleep and Why You Need More | Episode 20
July 08, 2020 15:29 - 9 minutes - 6.33 MBHave you been getting enough Zzzz's? Or are you waking up in the middle of the night? Are you on your iPhone reading news in bed? Let's explore some acupressure points to get you some Zzz's. Part of the building blocks for immunity is to get a good night's rest, sleep, and to get REM in. Also, don't forget, managing stress levels go hand in hand with boosting immunity by getting MORE SLEEP.
Immunity Through Mushrooms | Episode 19
July 08, 2020 15:29 - 13 minutes - 7.55 MBThere's no better time than now to work on enhancing our immunity through natural foods like mushrooms. Today we will look at medicinal mushrooms you can find, cook, or capsule supplements that you can use to boost your immunity. Of course, some might be familiar with certain psychedelic mushrooms (also for medicinal purposes) but we are not going into that today. Let's look at the most popular mushrooms that are edible and some that you can find in the grocery store. I have upload...
Acupressure Tapping Techniques To Release Anxiety and Stress | Episode 18
July 08, 2020 15:29 - 8 minutes - 6.79 MBUsed for thousands of years in China, acupressure is based on the same principles as acupuncture to promote relaxation and wellness and to treat disease. Traditional Chinese medical theory describes meridians, invisible channels in your body that carry energy called qi (ch'i). They begin at your fingertips and connect to your brain and then an organ or networks of organs to create a communication system. When one of these meridians is blocked or out of balance, you get sick. Acupres...
Increasing Immunity Using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach With Moxibustion (Moxa) | Episode 17
July 08, 2020 15:28 - 9 minutes - 6.61 MBMoxibustion is one of the main therapies in Traditional Chinese medicine and uses heat stimulation on the body surface from the burning of moxa to release pain or treat diseases. Some conditions to use Moxa: - Cold/ Flu - Pain - Low immunity - Menstrual pain/ period pain - Digestive issues - Low energy - High fever - arthritis Applying indirect moxibustion at Zusanli (ST36, bilaterally) and Dazhui (GV14) once per day for 5-10 minutes at each acupoint is an efficient way to ...
Facial Gua Sha: What, When & How. Tools and Demo | Episode 16
July 08, 2020 15:28 - 8 minutes - 5.92 MBIn this episode, I’m highlighting insights on what, when and how to do facial gua sha. Gua sha is a natural, alternative Traditional Chinese Therapy that involves scraping your skin with a massage tool to improve your circulation. In gua sha, a technician scrapes your skin with short or long strokes to stimulate microcirculation of the soft tissue, which increases blood flow. There are many tools you can try but I have a few favorites and this is something you can do for yourself at...
Working Out & Exercise: How Increasing Physical Activity Can Change Your Period | Episode 15
July 08, 2020 15:28 - 13 minutes - 9.92 MBMovement, moderate exercise and working out is good for maintaining not only a strong physical body, but mental as well. It helps to de-stress the body and detox when we sweat. I exercise 3-4x a week, alternating between cardio, barre and yoga. But what you may not expect is that regular exercise can cause changes to your menstrual cycle. The changes may be subtle or extreme depending on many factors that influence how your body reacts to your increased activity level. Here are t...
Getting Off The Pill: The Why and The How To Stop Taking Contraceptive Pills | Episode 14
July 08, 2020 15:27 - 10 minutes - 6.67 MBTo stay on the pill or stay off the pill? I have been asked by many on how to get off the contraceptive and why they need to do so. Here are some key points to consider at whichever stage you are in. The main thing to be aware of is that any prescription medication taken for an extended period of time will cause some side effects. For contraceptive pills, depletion of major B vitamins is one of the side effects on our body. B vitamins are ensured the body's cells are functioning p...
Dropping Suitcases - Emotional Energy Getting Stuck In The Physical Body
June 18, 2020 22:30 - 14 minutes - 9.09 MBEmotional energy can get stuck in the physical body. Sometimes that can show up as sleep problems, overthinking/mental chatter, or complete avoidance to face reality... Emotions that we carry for a long time can get trapped in the body as stagnation and impedes the movement of energy.
Seeing Other People As Human Beings
June 16, 2020 17:30 - 11 minutes - 7.17 MBGuided Meditation of Awareness: Seeing Other People as Human Beings Rather Than Labels
Breathing Techniques To Calm Your Nerves During Turbulent Times
June 12, 2020 00:30 - 19 minutes - 11.5 MBLearn about how breathing techniques can help you calm your nerves even during turbulent times.
Meditation | Episode 13
June 11, 2020 08:53 - 11 minutes - 7.06 MBHow do you learn to meditate? There are so many types of meditation out there. But I find that mindfulness meditation is best when you are starting out. Check it out on this episode. I'm breaking down step by step meditation you can at home.
Fibroids and TCM | Episode 12
June 10, 2020 08:57 - 9 minutes - 5.12 MBIn this episode, we look at the view of TCM and Bio-science in helping with Fibroids and some ways Herbal Medicine can help to combat fibroids when it becomes too late and how to prevent future ones from forming.
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) and Herbal Medicine for Help | Episode 11
June 08, 2020 08:58 - 11 minutes - 5.74 MBUTI is a common infection for women and some men. Herbal medicine has a long history of working with women's pelvic health and reproductive system. Learn my clinical practice go-to and tips to stay healthy.
Candida Diet | Episode 10
June 07, 2020 08:59 - 11 minutes - 6.04 MBWhat is a Candida Diet? Learn about how to deal with an overgrowth of candida using natural ways. Find out why this happens and some tips to prevent this.
October Mental Health Month | Episode 9
June 06, 2020 09:02 - 13 minutes - 6.81 MBWhat is MEDS? Find out more on this episode.
Changing Seasons and Vitality | Episode 7
June 05, 2020 09:05 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBWhen we go from one season to another we need to change how we eat, work and exercise. In this modern life, we do the same things all through the year, but mother nature does not. In this episode, learn how to live within the season to reap the most vitality and prevent illness.
Spot On Treatment | Episode 8
June 05, 2020 09:03 - 13 minutes - 9.44 MBLearn an easy self-care to treat facial spots before they come up. The journey to healthy skin.
How To Beat Bloating and Gas?
June 04, 2020 21:00 - 12 minutes - 7.32 MBIf you have suffered from Bloating and Gas you know it can be no joking matter. It's not just about what you eat. It's also about: - HOW you eat - WHEN you eat - WHAT else you drink your meals (not COLD water!)
How Digestion and Elimination Influence Sleep | Episode 6
June 04, 2020 09:09 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBHow digestion and elimination influence sleep and more and why I ask if you poop every day. We will dive into: Why the best way to sleep better is to improve the health of your microbiome. The hormone, Serotonin is the building block for Melatonin, the sleep hormone. There is 400 times more Melatonin in our gut than in our pineal gland. How to kick it up a notch on building your good bacteria. The alternative to your '5 o'clock-somewhere' drink Sleep better by improving your g...
Sugar Detox: How and Why | Episode 5
June 03, 2020 14:24 - 13 minutes - 9.53 MBWhy do you need to detox from sugar once in a while? When the season change, we have an opportunity to renew our digestive system and also what we eat. Each season has a different taste that correlates with its energy. Detoxing from sugar can be done anytime between the change of the season.
All About Flower Essence
May 28, 2020 15:00 - 18 minutes - 11.4 MBI'm passionate about empowering people to live with less stress. Flower essences are a safe, effective tool that anyone can use to bring their emotions back into balance. Life is too short to be out of balance.
Toning and Strengthening Female Reproductive Health
May 22, 2020 00:30 - 19 minutes - 12.3 MBFor centuries, women have used herbs to take care of their hormonal system. Generations of grandmother and mothers from ancient cultures have passed on wisdom and knowledge of herbal combinations to regulate period, ease pain, help with the process of childbirth, and ease menopause.
Hemorrhoids in Pregnancy and Childbirth, Diet and Stress
May 14, 2020 18:30 - 15 minutes - 9.62 MBToday, we will talk about a health topic that most of us never want to talk about, it's embarrassing, it's TMI (too much information), and too personal. But, all the more reason have a conversation about it.
Special Tea for Monthly Flow
May 07, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MBChinese herbs have varied uses and many benefits. In my office, I do custom herbs combinations for each person according to their particular constitution. Of all the teas, I enjoy making this particular tea during my own period/Flow days.
ALL About Sleep and Why You Need More
April 30, 2020 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.33 MBHave you been getting enough Zzzz's? Or waking up in the middle of the night? Are you on your iPhone reading news in bed? Let's explore some acupressure points to get you some quality Zzz's.
Immunity Through Mushrooms
April 23, 2020 16:00 - 13 minutes - 7.55 MBThere's no better time than now to work on enhancing our immunity through natural foods like mushrooms. Today we will look at medicinal mushrooms you can find, cook, or capsule supplements that you can use to boost your immunity.
Acupressure Tapping Techniques To Release Anxiety and Stress
April 16, 2020 18:00 - 8 minutes - 6.79 MBAcupressure harnesses the power of Qi using Acupressure points in your body to relieve stress and anxiety. It is a method of tapping your fingers on specific acupressure points to help reduce anxiety, stress, and PTSD. Anyone can use this during these difficult times to reduce stress and heightened emotions.
Increasing Immunity Using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach With Moxibustion (Moxa)
April 09, 2020 23:30 - 9 minutes - 6.61 MBMoxibustion is one of the main therapies in Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and uses heat stimulation on the body surface from the burning of moxa to release pain or treat diseases. It's amazing and it works. I use it on myself and patients frequently for a wide range of conditions including cold/flu, pain, immunity, low energy, and more.
Facial Gua Sha: What, When & How. Tools and Demo.
April 02, 2020 16:30 - 8 minutes - 5.92 MBFacial Gua Sha: What, When & How. Learn about this ancient form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with tools and a demo.
Working Out & Exercise: How Increasing Physical Activity Can Change Your Period
March 26, 2020 17:30 - 13 minutes - 9.92 MBMovement, moderate exercise and working out is good for maintaining not only a strong physical body, but mental as well. It helps to de-stress the body and detox when we sweat. I exercise 3-4x a week, alternating between cardio, barre and yoga. But what you may not expect is that regular exercise can cause changes to your menstrual cycle.
Getting Off The Pill: The Why and The How To Stop Taking Contraceptive Pills
March 19, 2020 20:30 - 10 minutes - 6.67 MBTo stay on the pill or stay off the pill? I have been asked by many patients about how to get off the pill contraceptive and why they need to do so. Here are some key points and important information to consider at whichever stage you are in.