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Metal governs our lungs, large intestine, skin, hair and sense of smell. The emotions it conveys tend to be feelings of sadness and grief. You may prefer nights, autumn, dryness, pungent flavours and the colour white.
Wood governs our liver, gall bladder, tendons, ligaments and sense of sight. The emotions it conveys tend to be feelings of depression and anger. You may prefer mornings, spring, wind, sour flavours and the colour green.
Water governs our kidneys, bladder, bones, scalp and sense of hearing. The emotions it conveys tend to be feelings of anxiety and fear. You may prefer afternoons, winter, cold, salty flavours and the colour black.
Fire governs our heart, small intestine, tongue, bloodvessels and speech. The emotions it conveys tend to be feelings of joy and over excitement with possible mood swings. You may prefer mid-days, summer, heat, bitter flavours and the colour red.
Earth governs our spleen, stomach, muscles, mouth, lips and sense of taste. The emotions it conveys tend to be worry and over analysis. You may prefer mornings, late summer, damp, sweet flavours and the colour yellow.
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GF – Gluten Free LF – Low Fat ORG – Organic V – Vegan VG – Vegetarian H – High in Energy LGI – Low GI LC – Low in carbohydrates Selection of Bottled Water Water is the basis of life and the foundation of our wellbeing and vitality. In Chinese ‘Chuan’ means flowing water and Chuan Spa is your spring from which to journey to wellness with treatments and surroundings that help restore the mind, body and soul.
Relax with the elemental or traditional tea of your choice. Five Elements Teas NZ$6.00 Chamomile Tea (Wood Element) Properties/Benefits: clears toxins, reduces inflammation, promotes tissue repair, alleviates headaches, relaxes nerves, calms the mind, eases tension. Ginseng Oolong (Fire Element) Properties/Benefits: stimulates blood circulation, refreshes energy, regenerates stamina, rehydrates system, decreases tiredness. Osmanthus Blossoms (Earth Element) Properties/Benefits: warms the stomach, dispels cold, clears toxins, soothes mouth infections including teeth and gum problems. Deluxe Iron Buddha (Metal Element) Properties/Benefits: cooling properties, stimulates digestion, calms stressfulness. Supreme Lung Ching (Water Element) Properties/Benefits: quenches thirst, assists in digestion, aids in preventing high blood pressure, contains high level of antioxidants. Traditional Teas NZ$6.00 Langham Blend The Langham Signature Tea, home blended from Darjeeling, Ceylon and Earl Grey. English Breakfast England’s most popular tea, a full flavoured black tea. Earl Grey A rich, strong brew enhanced with oil of bergamot and offering a very unique and distinctive flavour. Not sure which one? Why not try one of our samplers at the Chuan Spa Concierge desk. Five element juice NZ$9.00 Wood – Refresh Apple, red grapes, lemon and lime with slices of fresh ginger in sparkling mineral water Fire – Circulation Beetroot, turnip and carrot Earth – Healthy Mango, orange, green apple and dried dates Metal - Circulation Beetroot, cucumber, carrot and Sichuan peppercorn Water – Fluid Retention Bean sprouts, cucumber, watermelon and a pinch of salt Freshly squeezed juice NZ$9.00 Orange Grapefruit Apple Carrot Watermelon |