In this episode, Katherine breaks down three foundational — yet often misunderstood — concepts in Chinese medicine: heat, cold, and dampness. These energetic patterns don’t just describe how your body feels — they explain why certain symptoms show up, particularly when it comes to reproductive health, fertility, and hormonal balance.Katherine takes what can be complex theory and makes it approachable, relatable, and immediately useful. If you’ve ever wondered why you “run hot,” feel heavy or sluggish, or can’t seem to get warm no matter what you do — this episode will help you connect those sensations to what’s really happening internally.Themes: All imbalances stem from deficiency — not excess. Heat, cold, and dampness show where the body needs support.External extremes (like cold plunges or saunas) don’t fix internal imbalances — they often make them worse.Focus on nourishing, cooked, whole foods to build Yin, Yang, and blood.Cold, raw foods (smoothies, salads) may feel refreshing but weaken the spleen and digestion over time.Your spleen energy is everything — it transforms food into blood, Qi, and sex hormones that sustain fertility and vitality.Connect with Katherine:🍃Instagram: @manhattanmedicinewoman🍃Website: ⁠manhattanmedicinewoman.com⁠🍃Fertility Consult: ⁠https://ManhattanMedicineWoman.as.me/...⁠ 🍃Membership:⁠https://www.manhattanmedicinewoman.co...