Influence of the Water Dragon Year on Health

There are many ways available for maintaining excellent health. These include proven methods such as good nutrition and supplementation, regular exercise, regular visits to the chiropractor, acupuncture and other body work. It is also most helpful to engage in relaxation and health inducing activities such as yoga, meditation and tai chi.

There are instances when factors such as genetics, emotional and physical environmental stress, or exposure to communicable disease, can lead to a state of un health. During these instances it becomes even more crucial to continue wellness inducing practices as listed above.

Four Pillars can also provide additional helpful information that can vastly improve any health related situation and can aid in restoring optimal health.

In this method we examine the annual pillar for the Year of The Dragon. Its combination of elements inform us about areas of possible weakness that are worth investigating. This is not to say that we will encounter any of these. Rather, these are areas worth investigating if the need arises.

The imbalance of earth, water and the absence of fire this year can cause imbalances in the kidney/ bladder/urinary tract meridians. This may also cause imbalances to the immune system, stomach, heart and blood circulation. It also indicates a possible increase in inflammation caused by free radicals.

Should any of these conditions exist, it is recommended that you seek the support of a qualified health care practitioner. These conditions can be treated using acupuncture, herbal and traditional Asian medicine as well as standard western medical treatment. As a precaution it may be wise to use additional supplementation for reducing free radicals and boosting your immune system.

Begin with a high quality multi vitamin and mineral supplement. Other recomendations include Vitamin D3, CoQ10, EPA-DHA omega 3's Fish oil. There are also excellent blends that are specific to immune system support, cardiovascular support etc. Consult a qualified practitioner for proper dosage and frequency.

A complete health assessment chart can also be drawn from an individual's Four Pillars that can provide very specific information that pertains to the organ systems and meridians. Used in conjunction with acupuncture, herbal and traditional Asian medicine as well as standard western medical treatment, these charts become powerful tools for promoting health.