During my recent trip to Shanghai, I experienced firsthand how seasonal eating is woven seamlessly into daily life. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, this way of eating keeps us in harmony with the changing energies of each season. Foods that grow at a particular time naturally support what our bodies need most in that season, for example, cooling foods in the heat of summer, moistening foods in autumn, grounding, warming foods during the cold winter, and cleansing greens in spring. Beyond TCM, seasonal eating is also a matter of freshness, flavour, and practicality. Eating what is in season means produce is abundant, more affordable, and at its nutritional peak. It also supports local farmers and reduces the environmental cost of transporting food long distances.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a woman’s life is understood to move through a series of 7-year cycles. Each stage reflects a natural shift in hormones, energy, and vitality. These phases begin with the start of menstruation and continue through fertility, motherhood, perimenopause, and postmenopause. At the core of these changes is the flow of Kidney Qi and Blood, which guide development, reproduction, and aging. At Seven Points Wellness, we use this framework to support women through each stage with acupuncture, herbal medicine, and holistic care. Our goal is to help you feel balanced, nourished, and connected to your body through every chapter of life.

Below are 17 easy and practical steps to help you begin removing or limiting endocrine disruptors from your life. This isn’t an exhaustive list, but it’s a great starting point—and it might inspire other ideas too.

The term endocrine disruptor is something you hear a lot when it comes to conception—but do you really know what it means, or where they’re found?