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Balanced Natural Health with Dr. Maz

Balanced Natural Health with Dr. Maz

By: Dr. Maz Roginski (BHSc. Chinese Medicine)
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 Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health.© 2019 Balanced Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science
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  • Episode 47: Why do we get “sick” – a Chinese Medicine perspective

    Episode 47: Why do we get “sick” – a Chinese Medicine perspective
    Dec 4 2025
    (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* Shen = spirit, soul, consciousness, awareness – the spark of life in someone’s eyes ** pathogen – literally, “pathos” and -“gen”,
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    42 mins
  • Episode 46: This ONE THING can CHANGE YOUR LIFE: anxiety, insomnia, depression, gut health, IBS, Alzheimer’s, and more

    Episode 46: This ONE THING can CHANGE YOUR LIFE: anxiety, insomnia, depression, gut health, IBS, Alzheimer’s, and more
    Nov 4 2025
    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 More on Dr. Maz drmaz.earth instagram.com/drmaz_qi facebook.com/drmaz.qi youtube.com/@drmaz_qi Telegram @drmaz_qi Disclaimer Chinese Medicine is a personalised, functional medicine that treats the individual and the root cause of their presenting imbalance (what conventional medicine would call the symptom, disease or condition).
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    23 mins
  • Episode 45: Hypermobility, hEDS (+ MCAS & POTS) & Chinese Medicine: the Spleen is the key

    Episode 45: Hypermobility, hEDS (+ MCAS & POTS) & Chinese Medicine: the Spleen is the key
    Oct 6 2025
    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 RESETMore 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 More on Dr. Maz drmaz.earth instagram.com/drmaz_qi/ facebook.com/drmaz.qi youtube.com/@drmaz.qiqueen Disclaimer Chinese Medicine is a personalised, functional medicine that treats the individual and the root cause of their presenting imbalance (what conventional medicine would call the symptom, disease or condition). This means that your doctor of Chinese Medicine will work one-on-one with you to achieve a personalised treatment plan. As such, this podcast is for informational purposes and is not intended to diagnose, prescribe or substitute existing medical advice. © Copyright Balanced Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine and Dr. Maz Roginski 2025
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    24 mins
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