A Year in the Rhythm of TCM

November brings shorter days, colder weather, and a natural need to slow down. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this transitional period is associated with the Water element and the Kidney and Bladder organ systems. The kidneys in TCM are considered the seat of the vital essence Jing, while the Water element is also linked to emotions of fear and inner tension.

Just as nature gradually quietens, we too should rest more and conserve our energy. November is therefore a suitable time for warming foods, keeping the body warm, and preparing for the upcoming winter.

Be inspired by the products we have selected with the character of this period in mind.

Wans for November

We have included two traditional wans in our selection, each with its specific place in TCM:

• 170 Royal Power (Gui Fu Di Huang Wan) – a traditional herbal formula that, in TCM, is based on the principles of warming the lower burner, internal warmth, and kidney energy.
• 141 Firm Point (Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan) – a herbal blend based on the traditional principle of preserving vital essence Jing and internal stability.

Essential Oils for November

With colder days comes the time for warming, woody, and subtly herbaceous scents. We have selected essential oils and blends that harmonise with the atmosphere of this period and TCM symbolism:

• HELP K – a fresh herbal blend with subtle woody and citrus notes. Its scent brings a feeling of stability, inner support, and pleasant grounding.
• WATER – a blend with woody, spicy, and slightly sweet notes, inspired by the Water element in TCM. Its scent promotes a feeling of inner calm, stability, and openness to change.
• Juniper, berry – a distinctive forest aroma traditionally associated in TCM with the kidney and bladder meridians. Its scent evokes lightness, purity, and release from daily worries.

Additional Essential Oils

• Ginger – a distinctive spicy scent with a warming character, traditionally associated in TCM with warming, dispelling cold, and supporting vital energy.
• CALMING – a delicate floral blend with notes of lavender, chamomile, and ylang-ylang. Its scent induces a feeling of relaxation and creates a pleasant atmosphere for evening calming and preparation for peaceful sleep.
• Himalayan Cedarwood – deep woody notes provide a sense of firmness, certainty, and grounding.
• Cypress – a fresh woody scent that, in traditional TCM symbolism, evokes the flow of energy, the release of stagnation, and the natural acceptance of change.

Vital Mushrooms, PRAWTEINs, and Vegetable Oils

Nutrition also holds an important place in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Enrich your daily diet with vital mushrooms, superfood blends, and quality vegetable oils:

• Cordyceps Premium Organic – a significant vital mushroom, traditionally associated in TCM with supplementing Kidney Yang and preserving vital essence Jing. The premium variant contains at least 30% beta-glucans.
• Reishi Premium Organic – a vital mushroom known in Chinese tradition as Ling Zhi, associated with longevity, mental well-being, and peaceful sleep. Thanks to dual extraction, it contains a wide spectrum of natural substances, including at least 30% beta-glucans.
• PRAWTEIN Ginseng Plus – a comprehensive superfood blend with organic raw cocoa, ginseng, maca, and other plant ingredients. Ginseng is traditionally valued in TCM as a tonic for vital energy Qi, the preservation of which is an important part of preparing for winter.
• Pumpkin Oil – cold-pressed virgin oil with a natural content of vitamin E, which contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Thanks to its full nutty flavour, it perfectly seasons soups or roasted vegetables, for example.
• Organic Black Cumin Oil – cold-pressed virgin oil containing unsaturated fatty acids. It stands out with its distinctive spicy taste and a long tradition dating back to ancient Egypt.

November Rituals for Every Day

• Enjoy warm meals: Include hearty vegetable broths, grain porridges, or roasted root vegetables in your diet. Season finished dishes with a few drops of pumpkin oil.
• Treat your feet to a warming bath: In the evening, immerse your feet in pleasantly warm water for 10 to 15 minutes. Then gently massage them and put on warm socks.
• Keep your lower back warm: In TCM, the lower back area is traditionally associated with the kidney organ system. When resting, warm it with, for example, a heated buckwheat pillow.
• Opt for warm drinks: Enjoy herbal tea or warm water with a slice of fresh ginger.
• Slow down before bed: Put away your phone, dim the lights, and allow yourself a moment of silence. The scent of the essential blend CALMING or Himalayan cedarwood will complete the pleasant atmosphere.

Nature slows down. Allow yourself to do the same.

Pay more attention to deeper rest, internal warming, and small daily rituals. Even small changes help create space for a calmer pace.

Are you interested in why the arrival of winter encourages us to slow down and how to preserve vital energy according to TCM? Read our article November in the Rhythm of TCM: How to Preserve Energy and Inner Calm Before Winter? and get to know this period from the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine.