Balanced Natural Health with Dr. Maz

Dr. Maz Roginski (BHSc. Chinese Medicine)
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Every Full Moon, join me as I share empowering knowledge from the Old Ways. Ancient wisdom & simple rituals to light up your Qi – your life force energy – so that you reclaim the vitality, radiance & inner glow that fuels everything in your life. True health comes when we tend to our Qi. When we cultivate our inner current, and remember ourselves as part of the great flow of Nature, we heal & thrive. I envision a world where we are lit from within, full of life force. A world where health is rooted in deep self-connection. Where we listen to what our energy is asking for and respond with love. This is the world I’m dreaming into being, and I’d love you to join me.

  1. FEB 1

    Ep. 49: Year of the Fire Horse 2026 – working with Double Fire energies

    The Year of the Fire Horse is almost upon us, galloping onto the scene on the next New Moon. This is a “Double Fire” year, carrying the invitation and the opportunity for dynamic changes, transmutation and transformation – and explosive power, if we are prepared for it. The Snake Year that is currently drawing to a close has pushed us to shed our skins and release that which no longer fits, so that we can shine bright with the essential Fire energies of this Year of the Fire Horse. I’m so excited for the unbridled, wild and untameable energies of this coming year – but the Fire Horse has not always been welcome. Indeed, individuals born in Fire Horse years were painted as ungovernable (yay!), reckless and dangerous – precisely because of their independent nature, fiery will and authentic expression of their truest selves. And none were more stigmatised than Fire Horse women. Year of the Fire Horse Stigma Women born in the Year of the Fire Horse were shunned as wives – seen as too wild, too free and too full of passion. Female foetuses were aborted, and unlucky “accidents” befell female babies. The lucky ones had their birth years misattributed to the neighbouring years. This data is clearly documented in the 1966 birthrate in Japan, which dropped by a staggering 25%. Why are these qualities of passion, self-authority and living one’s truest impulses so feared? I have some thoughts. And I also believe that this coming 2026 Year of the Fire Horse is a potent opportunity for all of us – Fire Horse or not, woman or not – to embody even more of our most wild, essential selves. To be guided by our hearts and souls – both aspects of the Fire element. In this episode: (00:00) Introduction (02:44) what IS the Year of the Fire Horse: why it’s so potent – and so feared? (06:00) Double Fire and the potential for transformation & alchemy (07:28) The stigma of being born in the Year of the Fire Horse (09:40) Why the Year of the Fire Horse carries vital energy for ALL of us (13:47) 2026 – rise of AI or an opportunity for greater embodiment? (17:00) Balance Double Fire with simple habits & rituals (and a Feng Shui tip) (20:30) Fire & Water polarity One of the practices that is so important in grounded and capacitating these powerful energies of the Year of the Fire Horse is Qi Gong – literally, “energy work”. I have created a beautiful, self-paced experience that guides you through energy work practices in just 10 minutes a day. Open up the flow in your meridians, alchemise blocks, unlock the secrets of your energy centres (chakras), charge up your Qi and tune up your biofield – so that you can best harness these powerful energies coming our way. Learn more here. Transcript Introduction (00:00) Hi everyone, welcome to the Balanced Natural Health podcast where we share insights from the ancient science and timeless wisdom of Chinese medicine. Information from the old natural ways of healing can support us in leading more beautiful, more vibrant and more vital lives today. In this podcast I share simple, natural and accessible tips that you can incorporate into your everyday life for more vibrant health and wellness. I’m so glad you’re here. Episode Welcome (00:32) Hello beautiful beings and welcome to episode 49 of the podcast. I’m Dr. Maz and in today’s episode I would like to dive into something really timely and very exciting because as many of you may know we are about to head into a new lunar year – the Chinese New Year is coming up. It begins on February the 17th here in Australia and this year upcoming is a really exciting, powerful, dynamic one. It’s ripe with possibility and opportunity and it is the Year of the Fire Horse. I’m just so excited about the energy that’s about to come through this Year of the Fire Horse. We’ve been getting ready for this new power that’s going to pour through us with the Snake Year that we’ve just been through. So we’ve just been through a shedding of skins, releasing of anything that might be clouding or dimming our power – and the way it shines through us. This has all been in service to clear the way for the wild, untamable power of theYear of the Fire Horse. In today’s episode we will talk about why this is such a powerful year and what it means for feminine power – the rising of the deep, wild, sacred, untamed feminine within all of us. Because we all contain at least a seed of the masculine and the feminine. We’re going to talk about what that means for reclaiming our essential, truest, most vibrant expression of selves. We will also talk about how we can best support ourselves to capacitate the flow of this powerful energy in this Year of the Fire Horse. Also, things to look out for and practices that we can put into place to ground and hold this huge influx, this surge of Fire Horse energy that’s coming our way. Maybe you’re tapping into this energy as well? Perhaps you’re feeling like it’s been a weird kind of stop-start (or not-quite-start) to the Gregorian calendar, or maybe you’re feeling an upwelling of excitement – like something’s really brewing – and that is the Year of the Fire Horse that is coming. What is the Year of the Fire Horse? (02:44) So first of all, let’s take a look at what is the Horse year – and what is the Fire Horse year, specifically. In the Chinese view of the world and from the Chinese calendar perspective, we have a 60 year calendar. It’s a beautiful calendar called the Heavenly Stems and the Earthly Branches. And this calendar has been used for millennia to map climate cycles, weather patterns, to harness the best harvest and to best align ourselves with the environment, This is because in Chinese medicine, we acknowledge that we are woven into the web of life all around us. And so knowing how we can position ourselves to be in the best alignment with the prevailing energies of the climate – and the weather for each particular year – is really beneficial. And this is something that has been honed to a fine art. Stems & Branches: the Chinese 60 Year Calendar The 60 year calendar is based on the 10 Heavenly Stems and the 12 Earthly Branches. There’s 12 animals – these are the 12 Earthly Branches. And this is where we get animals like the Snake, which we’re having this year, or which we’re just wrapping up, and the Horse which is coming up. Each of the 12 animals have unique attributes. So for example, the snake likes to stay quiet, close to the ground. It’s really tuned into frequency and vibration. And it is well known for its ability to shed skins. And the horse, in contrast, is full of a dynamic bursting forth. The horse is known for its energy, its love of movement, its freedom, its independence, and its generally enthusiastic and outgoing nature… and so on for all of the other 12 animals. So we’ve got the 12 Earthly Branches and the 10 Heavenly Stems. The 10 Heavenly Stems are based on a Yin and Yang version of each of the five elements. The five elements are a really key way in which we describe the world in Chinese medicine, Taoist medicine and Taoist thought. Five Elements within the Calendar The five elements are Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood. And for each of these, we have Yin and Yang counterparts. We’ve got Yang Fire and Yin Fire within the Heavenly Stems. So what happens is we have 12 animals, but we have a 60 year cycle. And this is because each of the animals gets a go in one of the Five Elements. Now, you might be wondering, hang on a minute, there’s 12 animals and 10 Heavenly Stems, which would make 120, not 60 – and you are correct. But there is a rule that only Yang stems get matched with Yang branches (or animals that are Yang), and Yin stems (Yin type elements) get matched with Yin branches (Yin animals). In the case of the horse, the horse has a Yang nature because it likes to move, it likes to be dynamic, to move explosively, it likes to run free, it has a really fiery active energy. And in addition to that, the horse is ruled by Fire. So no matter what element it falls in, the element associated with horse is already Fire. Why the Year of the Fire Horse is a Double Fire year So in this coming Year of the Fire Horse, when the horse falls into the Fire element, we have Double Fire. And there is potential for so much transmutation, transformation and alchemizing, because Fire is the element of transformation. It turns one thing into another, it’s dynamic, it’s full of energy, it’s the life force within all of us. (06:33) And this is why this Year of the Fire Horse holds so much power for all of us, whether we’re a Fire Horse or not. There is an opportunity to claim this wild untameable power within us all for ourselves. And the Fire Horse is the most dynamic of all the horses. In another 12 years, we’ll have the Earth Horse year – the element of Earth moderates that fiery Yang nature of the horse that is innate to the horse anyway. So Earth Horses are said to be more grounded. And, for example, a Water Horse will be more balanced than a Fire Horse in as far as their dynamism goes, because Water and Fire have a polarity, they balance each other out. So if someone is a Water Horse, they will possibly be less impulsive, explosive, dynamic than a Fire Horse. Year of the Fire Horse Stigma (07:29) Now, because of its double Fire nature, there’s been a lot of stigma around people born in the Year of the Fire Horse over the centuries, and particularly women. This is due to the nature of a society that liked women to be biddable, meek and submissive and to surrender to the will of others. And particularly so in a society that valued collectivism and submission to authority – anyone who stood in their wild, untameable, self-sovereign self-authority was a threat to that system – and none more so than women. (08:06) Tragically, for centuries, many female bab

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  2. JAN 3

    Ep. 48: Why do we get “sick” – a Chinese Medicine perspective, PART 2

    We continue our exploration from the previous episode, and consider: • how are symptoms like phlegm in the lungs, sinus congestion & fever actually an indication the body’s infinite wisdom & healing power? • how can we support these processes to move to completion, and healing (rather than suppressing them)? • and what happens if we do suppress them? • a case study where the presence of candida was benefitting the greater whole… • the 8 Therapeutic Methods of Chinese Herbal Medicine… • how Chinese Medicine supports the body’s healing processes & healing wisdom to move towards their completion (while the modern alternative generally suppresses or works in the opposite direction) We share perspectives on health & dis-ease through the lens of the oldest science in the world, Chinese Medicine. A science that has persisted for over 5,000 years (some say 8,000… and it may be older still!) and is all about living in harmony, both within and without. Listen for simple ways that we can cultivate these vital aspects of ourselves, for vibrant, radiant health. 1 week. 10 minutes a day. Nourish your Qi – your life force energy. An embodied journey of Qi Gong & Emotional Alchemy. Your life force energy – your Qi – is everything. When your Qi is abundant and flowing, your life battery is full and all of your systems function optimally – body, mind and soul. You are lit from within, nourished by the Qi within you, and the Qi all around you. Truly YOU, and truly, completely alive. LEARN MORE about COMING HOME TO YOU Radiantly robust health made simple. Our daily habits are the foundation for our health and “immunity”. Every moment, meal, drink, thought, habit, etc. can bring us into greater alignment and can charge up our Qi – the life force energy that fuels every aspect of health. This is why I created the Radiant Energy Reset. A gentle, self-guided path of ancient health rituals to cultivate Qi, Yin, Yang and connection – guided by the wisdom of your own body. A real solution for those ready to ditch the fads & feel clear, energised and in control again. Backed by ancient wisdom, not wellness trends. LEARN MORE about the RADIANT ENERGY RESET Transcript (0:04) Hi everyone, welcome to the Balanced Natural Health podcast where we share (0:09) insights from the ancient science and timeless wisdom of Chinese medicine. (0:13) Information from the old natural ways of healing can support us in leading more (0:18) beautiful, more vibrant and more vital lives today. In this podcast I share (0:23) simple, natural and accessible tips that you can incorporate into your everyday (0:28) life for more vibrant health and wellness. I’m so glad you’re here. (0:32) Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Maz and welcome back to episode 48 of the podcast. In today’s (0:39) episode we are continuing on from our exploration in the last episode about (0:45) what it is that makes us sick from a Chinese medicine perspective. And it is (0:50) not invisible baddies or germs, bacteria, microbes, viruses that we catch from(0:55) other people. But in fact, from a Chinese medicine perspective, the main causes (1:01) of disease are a loss of harmony and balance with our world within, our (1:07) inner world of emotions, and the world without, the environment, the climate (1:13) conditions around us. So in Chinese medicine, staying balanced and in harmony (1:19) with our inner world and our outer world is what maintains health. So we learn to (1:25) understand that emotions can be a major contributor to disease because we are (1:30) energetic beings and emotions are simply energy in motion. And when they’re not in(1:36) motion, when our emotions aren’t moving, when they’re stuck or repressed or (1:40) ignored, they can snag our energy body, our biofield, our aura. And when our (1:47) energy field, our qi meridians are not flowing smoothly, and they’re not (1:53) communicating as ideally as they should be, then we can start to see disease (1:58) because things aren’t moving where they need to be moving, information isn’t (2:01) being passed in a timely manner. And we learned that another contributor to (2:06) disease is an imbalance of our bodies with the external environment. So for (2:13) example, in Chinese medicine, we say that wind is the spearhead of 1000 diseases. (2:18) And this is why we bundle up against winds, we protect against drafts, we don’t (2:23) sleep under fans. And we wear scarves in windy weather, because that is where wind (2:29) can get in. And when wind and cold get into the meridians that traverse our (2:35) neck, and also our lower back, we like to keep that covered and toasty as well. (2:39) When wind and cold get in there, we get frozen and trapped on the surface. And (2:44) that is when an early stage cold can arise. So we might get tightness in the (2:50) muscles of the neck, we might get that achy feeling that might indicate that a (2:55) cold or flu is brewing, we might feel lightly flushed, and we might have some (3:01) light sweating or fever. And this is in fact, the body’s wise response to that (3:07) cold and freezing of the surface, because it’s trying to bring warmth to (3:12) the surface to push that cold back out. So we can see that these disruptions to (3:19) internal harmony and outer harmony provide a very different view than the (3:24) militaristic mindset of being constantly on edge against invisible baddies and (3:30) germs that we need to defend against. So I love that the focus is more on harmony (3:36) and balance rather than waging war. And I think that that really benefits our (3:42) nervous systems in the long run, too, when we focus on what we’re creating (3:45) rather than what we’re fighting against, especially when it’s not the true cause (3:49) of disease. And I think it’s also interesting that this microbe idea or (3:56) germ theory of disease is relatively recent. Whereas Chinese medicine has had (4:01) this view of health for millennia, at least 5000 years, if not longer. And it (4:08) has stood the test of time. So there is so much we can learn from it. So in this (4:12) episode, we’re going to look at a Chinese medicine perspective on what (4:17) happens when we do manifest symptoms. So what does it mean, for example, when we (4:22) might get phlegm on the lungs or in the sinuses, or when we have a fever or (4:28) diarrhoea? How do we explain that from a Chinese medicine perspective? And we (4:32) will also look at the eight treatment methods. These are the eight (4:37) strategies of herbal medicine, and they describe different ways that we use (4:41) herbs and tastes and flavors to support the body’s processes of restoring (4:47) balance when it has been disrupted. So, for example, if we have constipation, we (4:54) might use a certain treatment strategy, or if we have phlegm on the chest, we (4:58) use a different treatment strategy. So we’ll learn more about that as well. (5:03) Recapping on what we learned in the previous episode, staggeringly and (5:08) amazingly, we humans actually have more microbial cells than human cells. So we (5:14) have more bacteria and fungal yeast cells than actual human cells. And (5:21) together we live in a community which comes together in symbiosis. It supports (5:26) life. And while it might seem that bacteria or microbes are the baddies, (5:34) when we look at the fact that they might be present, for example, in phlegm (5:39) cultures or mucus cultures, when there are symptoms of disease, when there is, (5:45) say, like a bronchitis or a chest infection, we can see that there’s (5:49) certain bacteria that might be more prevalent, there is actually a different (5:53) view that paints these little friends in a different light. And what if, in fact, (5:59) they were not the problem, but they were the cleanup crew? And that is how I see(6:04) how our friendly helpers come to the party and help us restore balance. Let (6:09) me explain a little bit more. But firstly, I’d like to bring to mind the image of a (6:14) compost heap and what happens in a compost heap. So for those of us who’ve (6:20) had a garden or had a compost heap before, we know that we throw food scraps (6:25) on a compost heap. And then there are worms and microbes that help to break (6:31) down these discarded bits of food and help to break them down into something (6:37) that will nourish the earth, which then feeds into the next stage of the cycle (6:42) of life. So it’s a way of digesting the remnants, the leftovers, into a way that (6:48) is usable by the soil and by the next generation of plants, and which then (6:54) nourishes us in return. So we can see that life cycle continuing. And this is (6:59) how I see our microbial helpers. And as I see things, our bacterial friends not(7:05) only do important tasks like synthesizing vitamins, for example, which (7:09) they can do for us in the gut, but they can also be on call to process and (7:15) compost and recycle damaged cells and tissues. So for example, imagine that (7:23) we’ve been somewhere where there’s been, we’ve been inhaling air that has (7:28) something that’s challenging to the lining of the lungs. Maybe we’ve been (7:31) by a busy road all day, and we’ve been inhaling a lot of diesel and petrol (7:36) fumes. Or maybe we’ve been in a building in which there’s inadequate airflow and(7:41) maybe off gassing from new plastic products or carpet or paint or (7:46) something. Or maybe we’ve been exposed to certain non-native frequencies that can (7:51) upset the particular cell types or particular tissue types. There can be so (7:57) many reasons for disruption to cells or tissues anywhere in the body. So assuming (8:04) that people have been exposed to something that’s disrupted function, if (8:08) the body is not well resourced to process that, bec

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  3. 12/04/2025

    Ep. 47: Why do we get “sick” – a Chinese Medicine perspective

    (Spoiler alert: it’s not germs, or other invisible baddies) Why do some people seem to get everything going, while others happily keep on going? Why do some have “iron guts”? And why do some individuals get allergies in the exact same environment that others are totally fine in? We might be tempted to answer, “it’s the immune system”, but the “immune” system is both merely a working theory and a relatively new concept – one that has not been tested and proven over the course of millennia. And in its short existence, many holes and inconsistencies have already been uncovered. What if there was another perspective that covered all aspects of dis-ease – mind, body and soul? A view that: • has persisted for over 5,000 years (some say 8,000… and it may be older still!) • liberates us from the defensive mindset of waging war on disease, preventing “attack”, always keeping an eye out, etc. • trusts the wisdom of our brilliant beings – and the wisdom of Mama Nature • is about living in harmony, both within and without? • reminds us just how powerful we are? Wouldn’t that feel so much better – more easeful, joyous and lighter – than being on constant alert for the next invisible germ or baddie out there? And what about the fact that these invisible “germs and baddies” are actually a vital part of health? They already exist on and in us, to the extent that the number of microbial cells outnumber human cells by an estimated factor of at 10:1 (some sources now suggest that it’s closer to 100:1). In either case, we “humans” are more a community of bacteria and other microbes than anything else. Which then makes me consider – why the obsession with killing off all of the invisible microbes that we ideally live in symbiosis with us? What if health is actually about cultivating harmony with both the world within, and the world without? This is the Chinese Medicine view. In this episode, we look at the causes of disease through the lens of the oldest science in the world: time-tested over centuries – and millions of patients – and delivering powerful clinical results to this day. What makes us sick? • Loss of balance, connection and harmony • Lack, or stagnation, of Qi (charge, life force energy) • Imbalanced Yin Yang, accumulation of Damp, Cold, Blood Stasis, etc. And what can cause these disruptions? • Emotions • Six Heavenly Qi – atmospheric and climatic influences, also called the Six Evils • Disconnection from Nature • “Improper” living: food, movement, routine, habits, sex, thoughts, etc. that don’t support health And what can we do to stay vibrantly well? This lens sees us humans as primarily energetic, electromagnetic beings, and when we cultivate our Qi and our spirit-soul-consciousness, health is the natural result. This is summed up beautifully in the quote from our ancient medical book, the Huang Di Nei Jing (Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Medicine, circa 200CE): …when the Qi and Shen* are present and sound, no pathogen** can invade a person, even when the cycles of nature are disruptive, and plagues*** are near. Chapter 73: Etiology of Disease Listen for simple ways that we can cultivate these vital aspects of ourselves, for vibrant, radiant health. Radiantly robust health made simple. Our daily habits are the foundation for our health and “immunity”. Every moment, meal, drink, thought, habit, etc. can bring us into greater alignment and can charge up our Qi – the life force energy that fuels every aspect of health. This is why I created the Radiant Energy Reset. A gentle, self-guided path of ancient health rituals to cultivate Qi, Yin, Yang and connection – guided by the wisdom of your own body. A real solution for those ready to ditch the fads & feel clear, energised and in control again. Backed by ancient wisdom, not wellness trends. LEARN MORE about the RADIANT ENERGY RESET Cultivate your Qi & Shen And, as we learned in this episode “when the Qi and Shen are present and sound, no pathogen can invade a person, even when the cycles of nature are disruptive, and plagues are near”. I show you how to cultivate and boost your Qi and your Shen – your spirit, soul, consciousness. Just 10 minutes a day of Qi Gong & Emotional Alchemy to connect to YOUR innate wisdom & guidance – and feel grounded in YOU. You already have all you need within. A gentle embodiment journey, instant access and at your own pace.. LEARN MORE about COMING HOME TO YOU * Shen = spirit, soul, consciousness, awareness – the spark of life in someone’s eyes ** pathogen – literally, “pathos” and -“gen”, meaning something that is engendering suffering (not an invisible, contagious baddie or germ) *** again, this originally meant an “affliction”, not necessarily infectious Transcript Hi everyone, welcome to the Balanced Natural Health podcast where we share insights from the ancient science and timeless wisdom of Chinese medicine. Information from the old natural ways of healing can support us in leading more beautiful, more vibrant and more vital lives today. In this podcast I share simple, natural and accessible tips that you can incorporate into your everyday life for more vibrant health and wellness. I’m so glad you’re here. Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Maz. Welcome back to episode 47 of the podcast. In today’s episode I’d like to share a different perspective on what makes us sick. Why do symptoms arise and why do we experience dis-ease? And why is it that some people seem to catch every bug, every flu or cold or gastro that’s going around and others seem to be totally fine? Or why is it that some people have asthma or allergies or reactions to mold or certain environments whereas other people in that same environment or around the same triggers seem to be totally impervious to any outside input? So what is behind that? Now if we think with our modern mainstream mindset we might answer it’s the immune system. But there are two things to consider about this answer and that is that the immune system theory is just that. It’s a theory, a working hypothesis that has some pretty major holes. So there’s definitely some issues, it’s not airtight, it’s just a working theory. And the other thing to consider is that it is a relatively new idea, a relatively new construct that hasn’t had the opportunity to be proven out over thousands of years like the other view that I’m about to share with you. So the modern idea of an immune system is say 100 to 150 years old and prior to that we had a different idea of what makes us sick and therefore what we can do in order to cultivate vibrant wellness and also to look after our health preventatively. And this other view that I’m going to present to you is a beautiful contrast to the current view of the immune system which has us constantly on guard, on alert, on defense for invisible baddies, for invisible pathogens and bugs and viruses, bacteria that are out to get us. So we always have our backup, our nervous system is never truly at ease or at rest because we’re in this militaristic mindset of being at the ready, of being ready to spring into attack or to defend ourselves. But this other view is actually about harmony and it’s about trusting the wisdom of our brilliant, brilliant beings, our brilliant body, minds and souls. It’s about trusting that we are so powerful to cultivate vibrant health and also to rebalance from whatever ails us and also trusting in the power and the wisdom of mumma nature and trusting in the power of connection to the web of life, to the natural world around us. Because the fact of the matter is that we are woven in to the web of life and we live in community and symbiosis with the world around us and this is particularly true when we consider our own human environment. So you might have heard me or others talk about the idea of the microbiome and this refers to the beautiful collection and living community of microbes which are tiny little organisms like bacteria, yeast and fungi and so on that live in and on our bodies. So this is why people love selling probiotic supplements because it’s meant to make our microbiome healthier but there’s actually other ways to do that that are much more lasting. So this community of beautiful little friends is so vast and so richly textured and layered and it actually, if we count the microbial cells within that whole community, they actually outnumber our human cells by a factor of roughly 10 to 1 by current estimates which is pretty mind-blowing when we think about what is it that makes us human, what is a human and when we consider that we as a human being are more microbes than human, we’re more community than human and yet this modern militaristic view of being on guard and defending against invisible baddies has us killing microbes, it has us killing the very little helpers that are there helping us live and thrive and performing essential functions within our body. So when we’re constantly at war with them, in a way, we’re at war with ourselves and at war with connection with nature herself because the fact is that many of the bacteria or microbes that have been blamed for certain diseases and illnesses actually live in and on us when we’re in a healthy balanced state. So it’s not about the microbes themselves as being baddies but it’s actually about the whole symphony of all of those microbes within the context of our human selves. So are they in balance? Are they out of balance? Are they coherent? Are they supporting life? And this is where doing war on microbes is not going to lead to thriving good health, instead we need to look at how we can bring coherence, harmony and balance to our inner world and harmony to how we interface with the world around us. So this other perspective that I’m about to share with you on why we get s

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  4. 11/04/2025

    Ep. 46: This ONE THING can CHANGE YOUR LIFE: anxiety, insomnia, depression, gut health, IBS, Alzheimer’s, and more

    Imagine if ONE SIMPLE HABIT could help: • depression • anxiety • insomnia • gas • bloating • promote healthy gut bacteria (say bye-bye to expensive probiotics) • painful periods… What is this all-powerful health hack? Is it a biohacking gadget? An expensive supplement? A new superfood?? NOPE!! This magic ONE THING is something that we all can access today. And it’s something that Chinese Medicine has been talking about for several millennia. It is…warm food and drinks. So simple, and yet so profound in it’s effects and benefits. And, so empowering – because each mouthful can move us towards ever-greater health. A new study from the British Journal of Nutrition confirms what Chinese Medicine has known for well over 5,000 years. In this episode, we look through the lens of Chinese Medicine to learn why this works, and how you can apply it for yourself. Nourishing our spark of life – and our Spleens – with cooked and warm food and drink is a foundation for health*. Our digestive tract is lined with muscles that help to process our food. We know that warming up our muscles can help them to work more efficiently – and that a cold, cramped and contracted muscle not only aches, but doesn’t deliver the same power. Our digestions are no different! Each time we choose something warmer than body temperature, we are protecting our Yang. Another way that we can understand why choosing warm food and drinks is so deeply healing is by looking through the lens of structured water** Certain wavelengths, like natural light and infrared, prompt the molecules in water to move and arrange themselves in a structured or coherent manner (I think that this explains why it feels so deeply nourishing to get sun on our skin!). Infrared wavelengths are easy to identify as they are present where there is heat! This is why moxa, infrared heat lamps and healing touch (all living beings emit infrared frequencies) can feel so great! And this is also why we abhor cold things, ice packs and ice baths in Chinese Medicine. We can harness the power of infrared frequency to help structure our body water every time we choose to eat or drink something warm. Think of it as an instant power boost, delivered directly to our interior. Potent stuff! As we now know, the more organised and coherent our body water, the more Qi (charge or potential) it can hold, which means better vitality, function and health for body-mind-soul! Listen in to learn how following the simple, proven principles of nourishing your spark of life, can support you in feeling vibrant, energised, radiant and clear. * and because of this, it is one of the Foundation Rituals in my course, the Radiant Energy Reset – a real solution for those ready to ditch the fads & feel clear, energised and in control again. Backed by ancient wisdom, not wellness trends. ** everything that we do in Chinese Medicine is about bringing structure, coherence and charge to the water within us (we are roughly 99% water by molecular count) LEARN MORE about the RADIANT ENERGY RESET RESEARCH PAPERS Cold and hot consumption and health outcomes among US Asian and White populations Drinking water temperature affects cognitive function and progression of Alzheimer’s disease in a mouse model Effect of cold stress on ovarian & uterine microcirculation in rats and the role of endothelin system Visceral hypersensitivity following cold water intake in subjects with irritable bowel syndrome Hot Water Swallows Improve Symptoms and Accelerate Esophageal Clearance in Esophageal Motility Disorders The Pressor Response to the Drinking of Cold Water and Cold Carbonated Water in Healthy Younger and Older Adults

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  5. 10/06/2025

    Episode 45: Hypermobility, hEDS (+ MCAS & POTS) & Chinese Medicine: the Spleen is the key

    Hypermobility (including hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hEDS) is an area which is gaining more acknowledgement, but the solutions within the conventional space are a little thin on the ground. Hypermobility can mean a whole lot more than being double-jointed and having a selection of party tricks at your disposal 🤣 Because it involves the connective tissue – which is more stretchy in hypermobile individuals – it is not only joints that are affected, but also anywhere that we have connective tissue. Which is… our whole body! This means that many systems can be impacted – digestive, nervous, cardiovascular and fluid metabolism – and that hypermobility can masquerade as other “symptoms” or “conditions”, like irritable bowel, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. If these are treated symptomatically, rather than being addressed at the root, we are only ever “managing” the situation, but not resolving or healing it. But there is a simpler solution. Every aspect of how hypermobility presents is ruled by the Spleen: upright posture, firm limbs, abundant energy, clear thinking, feeling grounded. Looking after the Spleen can take care of all of these manifestations of hypermobility. Hypermobility often also presents with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). MCAS includes excessive immune cell response, leading to itching, hives, flushing, mood changes. POTS describes changes with posture, such as dizziness, palpitations, elevated heartbeat, nausea and even bladder changes. And, through a Chinese Medicine lens, both MCAS and POTS can involve the Spleen, as well as the Liver (MCAS) and Heart / Kidney / Yang deficiency (POTS). As a “floppy” person myself, this is a topic close to my heart, because nourishing my own being with the Spleen-led approach has resolved diagnoses of: • fibromyalgia • chronic fatigue • arthritis • irritable bowel syndrome • asthma • hayfever / allergic rhinitis …as well as intense panic attacks. Many “diseases”, one solution. So ultimately, this episode is about much more than hypermobility – it’s also about bringing balance to all of the “symptoms” I’ve already mentioned here (and more!). And it is also why every single one of us can benefit from giving our Spleen extra love and care. WANT TO KNOW MORE? This is why I created the Radiant Energy Reset. A gentle journey for your most glowing self with a 28-day path of ancient healing rituals, guided by the wisdom of your own body. A real solution for those ready to ditch the fads & feel clear, energised and in control again. Backed by ancient wisdom, not wellness trends. LEARN MORE about the RADIANT ENERGY RESET More on Spleen & Digestive Health Episode 5: Beat the Bloat – Chinese Medicine digestion secrets! Episode 14: Late Summer Diet & Lifestyle Tips Episode 23: What is DNS, and how can it revolutionise your strength & movement for more enjoyment of life?! Episode 29: What is the Meridian Clock, and how can we align with nature’s cycles? Episode 42: Fasting – helpful or harmful? A Chinese Medicine perspective Free Spleen eBook

    24 min

  6. 05/12/2025

    Ep. 43: Essence & Spirit: Longevity, Sex, Fertility, Living Your Destiny

    Have you heard of the Three Treasures, and how they relate to feeling great, aging vibrantly, manifesting your destiny and living your soul purpose? Together with our Qi, our Jing (Essence) and our Shen (Spirit) make up the Three Treasures – treasures, because they are the precious substances that form the foundation for our health and longevity. Jing can be translated variously as our DNA, our genetic endowment, our constitution. Qi is the total of all of our energetic and metabolic processes that govern daily function, like digestion, respiration, circulation, cellular function, tissue structure and integrity (more in episode 41). Shen is our spirit, our presence, our consciousness – the spark of life in our eyes. Jing-Qi-Shen are interrelated and dependent upon each other. When they are in coherence and harmony, we manifest our destiny in this lifetime – our soul purpose. We feel lighter, clearer and more vibrant – and are well resourced for life’s adventures. Many of our Chinese Medicine health cultivation practices centre around preserving and refining the Three Treasures. In this episode, Dr. Maz shares simple practices that you can incorporate into your everyday to boost your Qi, protect your Essence and help your Spirit shine bright! The simple Qi Gong move, practised slowly, with intent and slow breathing, can be a powerful way to connect the energies of Heaven and Earth. Bonus points if you do it barefoot outside!

    36 min

  7. 04/13/2025

    Ep. 42: Fasting – helpful or harmful? A Chinese Medicine perspective.

    In Chinese Medicine, we are adherents of “The Middle Way” or “The Middle Path” – a path of moderation. Rather than opting for extreme or dramatic health practices, we opt for a gentle, daily nourishing of Life. Each moment is an opportunity to nurture health. Our amazing bodies already know how to heal, how to detox, how to repair – sometimes, we just need to get out of the way. When I was asked my thoughts on fasting, the answer, while tending to alignment with The Middle Way, had some nuances that I share with you in this episode. We touch on: • the view of our ancient medical texts on fasting (scroll down for a quote) • eating close to nature and the seasons vs. processed foods, preservatives, seed oils and, frankly, non-foods that pop up in the modern “diet” • intermittent fasting, the Chinese Medicine Organ / Meridian Clock and circadian rhythms • the “hollow” organs – what even are they, their relationship to health (and consciousness) • how fasting can cause our systems to dip into our Jing – the vital “Essence” that we come into this world with, and that nourishes us throughout our lifespan. “The source of vitality is the diet. If one stops eating or drinking, one will die. Without food or liquid, Stomach Qi will not be evident in the pulses. Huang Di Nei Jing (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Medicine), Chapter 18: Pulse Analysis; circa 200CE

    21 min

  8. 03/29/2025

    Ep. 41: Health is charge – or, our ability to power up & move our Qi

    (APOLOGIES for the audio issue halfway through the episode – it’s only 30 seconds or so, so thank you for bearing with me!) Put simply, life (and health!) is about how well we can gain and hold charge, and how effectively our systems work with it. Chinese Medicine has a profound understanding of this. Our view of health and healing focuses greatly on Qi and its many expressions, qualities and functions within mind, body and soul. Qi is often loosely translated as “energy”, but it is so much more than that. It describes function, metabolism, processes of transformation, directions of movement… the list goes on! In our medicine, we understand that when the body is well-resourced and abundant in Qi – and when the Qi channels, or meridians – are open and harmoniously organised, vibrant health naturally follows. Here we talk about the concept of health as charge – and our ability to hold and use it effectively – and the many ways, both ancient and new, that we can charge up our Qi today. PRODUCT SHOUTOUT I talk in the episode about native frequencies (or EMFs) vs non-native ones. A common source of non-native EMFs are many lightbulbs – the wavelength of these lights can be disruptive to our body clock, or circadian rhythm. This in turn can derail everything from hormones to nervous system, sleep, repair and whole host of other important processes. This is why our house is full of natural wavelength lightbulbs from Block Blue Light. The link below gets you 10% off, or just enter “DrMaz” at checkout. https://www.blockbluelight.com.au/?ref=DrMaz

    26 min
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Every Full Moon, join me as I share empowering knowledge from the Old Ways. Ancient wisdom & simple rituals to light up your Qi – your life force energy – so that you reclaim the vitality, radiance & inner glow that fuels everything in your life. True health comes when we tend to our Qi. When we cultivate our inner current, and remember ourselves as part of the great flow of Nature, we heal & thrive. I envision a world where we are lit from within, full of life force. A world where health is rooted in deep self-connection. Where we listen to what our energy is asking for and respond with love. This is the world I’m dreaming into being, and I’d love you to join me.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Maz Roginski (BHSc. Chinese Medicine)
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Balanced Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
  • Show Website
    Balanced Natural Health with Dr. Maz

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