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Why Is My Period Late (Or Early)? The Elix Guide to Unpredictable Cycles

Sick of period surprises? Elix medical advisor and minimally invasive gynecologist Dr. Jessica Ritch chats through the causes of an irregular cycle, and holistic support options to help get your period back on track.

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5 Ways To Break The Period Shaming Stigma

Join the conversation to help celebrate our periods.

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Are Herbal Formulas Right For Your Cycle?

93% of Elix users feel a noticeable difference in their cycle, from less cramping, to lighter periods, better digestion, and more. But you don’t have to take our word for it—check our our full review from the community in Honest Brand Reviews. 

 

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Nourishing Herbal Tea for Menstrual Health

Try this delicate blend of Traditional Chinese fruits and flowers that work together to support a regular and healthy menstrual cycle.

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Healing Ourselves Should Never Harm Mother Earth

Big news! Elix is now Certified Kosher, Vegan Verified, Certified Cruelty-Free, and made with organic and wild crafted herbs.

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3 Simple Breathwork Exercises to Relax and Recenter

Remove the distractions of everyday life and ease yourself into a state of calm and relaxation with leading mind coach Manjit’s Devgun’s top 3 breathwork exercises for stress relief.

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Meet Our Founder

Get to know our founder Lulu Ge, and how her personal frustrations with debilitating period symptoms, trying to understand her hormone health, and wanting a more natural solution to heal, lead her to create Elix.

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Mood Boosting Green Smoothie

Set yourself up for a bright and energized day with our Mood Boosting Green Smoothie that’s rich in stress-reducing leafy greens and delicious warming spices, perfect for liver qi support.

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Q&A With #Endowarrior Juliana

Elix community member Juliana opens up about her journey with endometriosis, the challenges she faced along the way, and how Traditional Chinese Medicine helped her get her life back.

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Is the Pill Doing You More Harm Than Good? Lara Parker’s Journey To Chinese Herbal Medicine

Author and Women’s Health Advocate Lara Parker shares her take on the state of women’s health, her journey with endometriosis, and how she discovered holistic support options for her cycle. 

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The TCM Body Clock—How to work with our daily Qi cycle

Learn how to work with your body’s natural flow of Qi, and maintain balance between your body, mind, and spirit. 

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Recipe: Apple Cider Mocktail

Catch festive feelings, not cramps with this bright and refreshing Apple Cider Cocktail recipe from Elix Traditional Chinese Medicine Advisor and Chef, Zoey Gong. 

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What's a Normal Menstrual or Period Cycle?

We sat down with Elix medical advisor and board certified minimally invasive gynecologist, Dr. Jessica Ritch to answer your questions about menstrual cycles and preventative health and wellness. Dr. Ritch helps to treat patients and get them back to their lives faster through behavioral modifications, physical therapy, and more.

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TCM Patterns of Imbalance for Menstrual Symptoms

In TCM, there are several causes of dysmenorrhea [menstrual pain], including: Qi, blood stagnation and/or blood deficiency. Multiple categories of health, including diet, exercise and sleep habits, are essential to understand when treating dysmenorrhea because they are all part of an actionable whole-body profile.

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Pattern Diagnosis

Learn more about how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses a holistic approach called Pattern Diagnosis to tell us what’s actually going on in our bodies, from imbalance to inflammation.

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How TCM Understands the Body

When was the last time you truly tapped into your own unique energy? Chinese Medicine defines this energy as Qi — the vital life force in our bodies that keeps us balanced. Learn everything you need to know about it and its interactions with other parts of the body to help you thrive.

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Yin and Yang

Balance. Harmony. Change. The concept of Yin and Yang is the most fundamental idea in TCM.

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The History of TCM

Explore the rich history and development of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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