Ài yė, commonly known as mugwort, hails from the category of Herbs that Regulate the Blood. The most popular product containing Ài yė is in the form of moxa packs that contain loose herbs that will warm with the goal of helping decrease menstrual cramping, soothe low back pain, or warm cold hands.

If you have been in clinic lately, you will find the seasonal programs committee adding light in the form of tiny fairy lights to little mushroom clad scenes.  While many have seemed delighted by the mushroom décor as we prepare for the winter season, others might be asking: why mushrooms?