One of the hardest parts of healing is that it often asks us to do things that feel different from what we've been taught to believe. Many people come into this work carrying fears around food, especially around protein, muscle loss, energy, and whether a plant-based approach can truly support their body. These concerns are understandable. We have been conditioned to believe that more protein is always the answer, and that reducing animal foods will leave us depleted. From a Chinese Medicine perspective, however, healing is not simply about adding more nutrition. It is about creating the conditions for the body to restore balance. When the body is carrying a significant burden of inflammation, dampness, heat, toxicity, stagnation, pathogens, or an overworked liver, there are times when reducing the digestive load becomes more important than maximizing calories or protein intake. The body needs energy to heal, and digestion itself requires a tremendous amount of energy. A therapeutic cleansing phase is not intended to be a forever diet. It is a strategic season of healing. Just as a gardener must clear weeds before planting new seeds, sometimes the body requires a period of clearing before rebuilding. During this phase, we focus on foods that are easier to digest, rich in antioxidants, minerals, phytonutrients, and healing compounds that support the liver, gut, lymphatic system, and immune function. This is where many people discover something surprising: when inflammation decreases and cellular function improves, they often experience more energy, clearer thinking, better digestion, and greater resilience despite eating less animal protein than they previously believed necessary. The question is not simply, "Am I getting enough protein?" The deeper question is: "How much of the nutrition I am consuming am I actually absorbing, utilizing, and converting into health?" A body burdened by inflammation and dysfunction may struggle to effectively use even a high-protein diet. A body that is healing often becomes more efficient, more resilient, and better able to build and repair itself.

Hi everyone! Ashifa here from Toronto! This week I joined the Psoriasis protocol. I just received Medical Medium’s book “Cleanse to Heal” that Dr. Cmolik recommended I get to follow the cleanse. I’m assuming it’s the 3-6-9 cleanse as there are multiple cleanses in the book. Anyways wondering if anyone has done the 3-6-9 cleanse and has any best practices to share…especially from a meal prep perspective! Thanks in advance! 🙏🏽

One of the things I appreciate most about Chinese Medicine is its understanding that symptoms are often the surface expression of deeper imbalances that have been developing for months or even years. Healing isn't always about suppressing symptoms; it's about restoring balance at the root. In Chinese Medicine, the Liver plays a central role in the smooth flow of energy, blood, emotions, digestion, and detoxification. When the Liver becomes burdened, we may experience fatigue, skin concerns, hormonal shifts, digestive issues, disrupted sleep, or feelings of frustration and being "stuck." As herbs begin supporting the body's natural healing processes, it's common to notice shifts along the way. Energy may fluctuate, digestion may change, emotions may surface, and the body may begin releasing what it no longer needs. These changes can sometimes feel uncomfortable, but they often reflect the body's efforts to restore balance. Summer is the season of the Fire Element, a time of expansion, connection, joy, and vitality. Nature invites us to slow down, spend time outdoors, nourish ourselves well, connect with others, and create space for both movement and rest. Healing happens layer by layer, season by season. Trust the process, celebrate the small shifts, and remember that sometimes the deepest healing comes from supporting the body rather than forcing it. ☀️ What are you ready to release this summer, and what are you ready to make room for? ☀️

Hi everyone, unfortunately today’s coaching call is cancelled. I will post about the new time and day in the community chat. Thank you

Hi everyone, A few important reminders and program updates to help ensure appointments, herb ordering, and ongoing support continue to run as smoothly as possible. Photo Submission & Appointment Updates Please send updated photos approximately 48–24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment whenever possible to [email protected]. Jane App will automatically send out a follow-up form prior to your visit, and patients are welcome to complete that form directly. However, if the form feels confusing or difficult to navigate, you may instead email your photos and brief updates directly to [email protected]. These updates are not intended to repeat your full appointment discussion, more to provide concise highlights that help give context to your photos and current progress. Examples of helpful updates may include: Significant changes in symptoms • Major stressors or life events • Changes in sleep, digestion, skin, energy, or cycles Going off protocol or difficulty following recommendations • Any notable reactions or shifts since the last visit Submitting photos and updates ahead of time allows adequate time for everything to be reviewed, uploaded, and organized within your chart before your appointment. *Same day submissions can be difficult to accommodate during busy clinic days, so we greatly appreciate your support with this process. Herb Shipping & International Waiver Kamwo, the professional herbal pharmacy we source through, now requires all patients to complete an international shipping waiver prior to herbs being released for shipment. This is a mandatory part of their international compliance process. Please check your spam or junk folder regularly, as these emails frequently get filtered there. Kamwo may also send reminder emails if the waiver has not yet been completed. Please note that herbs cannot be shipped until the waiver is signed, which may delay processing timelines. Dr. Cmolik does her best to coordinate herb refills alongside upcoming appointments to support continuity of care, although shipping and processing variables can occasionally affect exact timing.