The lymphatic system is a complex network of ducts and vessels that transfer white blood cells and antibodies to your organs and tissues. These cells and antibodies arm your immune system and help your body combat infections. Unlike the circulatory system, which uses the heart to pump blood to vital organs and tissues, the lymph … Lymphatic Drainage and Facial Massage can Help Sinus Infections and Allergies
Posture is often overlooked as a health concern, but a person’s posture has a direct effect on his or her breathing, organ function, and muscle integrity. With the majority of American adults confined to desk and chair for 40 hours of the week, attention to posture is crucial for optimum health. In Chinese medicine, correct … Improving Posture Can Improve Health, and TCM can Help
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is as ancient, and in some ways as mysterious as China itself. Today with a major increase in interest, acceptance, and proven efficacy of so called complementary and alternative medical practices (CAM), TCM is not only far less esoteric, it is becoming a promising career path. Today many health insurance companies … A Career in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Exposure to sudden, loud music or explosive noises can cause tinnitus, a nerve disorder that involves a consistent ringing sound in a person’s ears. At its worse, tinnitus can lead to deafness. Tinnitus affects one in 10 people, and can range from mild to chronic. While it is a common problem for veterans and the … Naturally Curbing the Effects of Tinnitus
For centuries, culinary herbs were the healthy seasonings people used to add flavor to foods. They were also a natural and abundant source of healing chemicals. A recent USDA study revealed that many popular herbs are a great source of natural antioxidants–compounds that help neutralize free radicals, more so than those reported for berries, fruits and … The Cancer-Preventive Possibilities of Rosemary and Other Herbs
If you suffer from headaches and migraines, you can ease your pain without resorting to prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that often have side effects. For thousands of years, acupuncture and Chinese Herbal medicines have been used to relieve headaches and migraines, as well as their underlying causes. Long-Term Benefits of Acupuncture for Chronic Headache … Acupuncture for Headache and Migraine Relief
The oldest documented medical system to recognize the connection between body and mind, Chinese medicine is an optimum treatment choice for trauma victims. There are several forms of trauma. Perhaps the best known is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, which is a condition formed after a person undergoes a harrowing physical or emotional event such as … Chinese Medicine Treats Physical and Emotional Trauma
Anxiety is a mental disorder that affects literally millions of people. It’s an illness that often dovetails with depression and alternates from mild discomfort to almost uncontrollable panic with physical symptoms. While some medications have been known to ease anxiety, they may also suffer from undesirable side effects, suppressing the symptoms while making individuals chemically … Anxiety Disorders and Traditional Chinese Medicine
In today’s fast paced stressed-out world insomnia and sleep disorders are on the increase. The proverbial good night’s sleep seems more elusive than ever. So many people are facing so many sleepless nights, and yet they fear the side effects and addictive nature of sleep medications – as well they should. TCM recognizes the importance … Acupuncture for Insomnia and Sleep Disorders
With the holidays upon us, it’s time to think green-in food, decorations & gift-wraps, trees, and anything else that helps sustain our planet for generations of holidays to come. Eco-Friendly Holiday Cooking and Baking There are thousands of holiday recipes. And you no doubt have your favorites. But keep in mind that you can create … Going Green for the Holidays
Winter means many things, some of them not as positive as hot cocoa and holidays. Cold, dry weather can wreak havoc on the skin, and one place often requires special attention is a person’s foot. Feet are often neglected when it comes to lotion and other skin care methods that the rest of the body … Caring for Feet with Chinese Medicine
From the exuberant growth of spring to the chilling winds of winter, the seasons have a profound effect on our health and the way we live our lives. Nutrition in Chinese medicine considers multiple factors such as a person’s body type, age, energy, and seasonal influences. In this way, a proper diet is used in … Oriental Medicine Recommended Foods for Winter Health
