Category: Research & Articles
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Acupressure Points for Better Vision
Categories: Research & ArticlesYour eyes are two of the most complex organs in your body, but can often be taken for granted. Chinese medicine can help your eyes more than you know. It’s never too late to start taking better care of your eyes. People with cataracts (which includes nearly all adults over the age of 65) are…
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What’s that Ringing? Tinnitus and How TCM Can Help
Categories: Research & ArticlesHave you ever had an inexplicable ringing in your ears, but don’t know why or how to get rid of it? You may have a condition called Tinnitus, and there is a wide array of causes. Exposure to sudden, loud music or explosive noises can cause Tinnitus, a nerve disorder that involves a consistent ringing…
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Chinese… Japanese… Is Acupuncture All the Same?
Categories: Research & ArticlesHave you ever wondered what the difference is between Chinese and Japanese acupuncture? Is one better than the other? Maybe you’ve never had acupuncture before and you’re not sure who to go to…well, today we’re going behind the scenes to uncover some of the unique qualities that distinguish these two acupuncture styles. Historical Roots and Cultural…
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Which Type of Massage is Right for You?
Categories: Research & ArticlesWith so many massage types or “modalities” out there, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which type of massage is right for you. Each massage modality is unique and uses different techniques to best address the needs of the patient. One common trait you will find amongst the Asian modalities is that they…
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Taoism – Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World: Yin and Yang
Categories: Research & ArticlesThis is the second in a series of six articles on fundamental Taoist principles. Each commentary will focus on explaining and understanding a separate principle along with its application to daily living. Taoist teachings function as a guide to daily living. Their purpose is to assist us in experiencing our essential nature as inseparable from…
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Taoism – Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World: The Tao of Daily Living
Categories: Research & ArticlesThis is the first in a series of six articles on fundamental Taoist principles. Each commentary will focus on explaining and understanding a separate principle and its application to daily living. The Circle of Tao We have all had the experience, at one time or another, of being deeply connected with something larger than ourselves.…
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Improve Your Sinuses Today: What to Eat to Avoid Inflammation
Categories: Research & ArticlesEveryone has allergies from time to time, but imagine your life if you had a stuffy or runny nose, headache, or sinus pressure every day? There is something natural that can not only reduce these symptoms, but make you feel more energized, boost your immune system, and can even improve your skin and hair health: eating foods…
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Don’t Let Headaches Interfere with Your Life: Chinese Medicine Can Help
Categories: Research & ArticlesDid you know that more people complain about headaches than any other type of ailment? There are approximately 45 million Americans suffering from chronic headaches each year, or about one in every six people, according to IHateHeadaches.org, and some of your choice painkillers may actually be triggering MORE headaches (these are known as “rebound headaches”,…
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Holistic Opportunities Abound in U.S. Hospitals: New Integrative Programs Offer Opportunities for Patients & Practitioners Alike
Categories: Research & ArticlesThe American Hospital Association (AHA) recently published a report that 42 percent of responding hospitals offer one or more Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapies, up from 37 percent in 2007, and 26 percent in 2005. This shows that the positive trend-lines are steady and that CAM is growing in popularity and acceptance. Vice President…
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Holistic Tips for Better Sleep
Categories: Research & ArticlesThe quality of your sleep can affect your quality of life, from your concentration at work to your mood. Insomnia can lead to muscle aches, exhaustion, irritability, and even fibromyalgia and other health concerns. Whether you sleep for many hours and it’s fitful, or you have difficulty falling asleep, there are natural ways to help.…