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Understanding why a patient suffers from insomnia takes many factors into consideration, with a primary association with instability or agitation of the anima, the shén and hún. Click to read this excerpt from Clinical Handbook of Internal Medicine (2nd Ed.) by William Maclean and explore common patterns, insomnia etiology and treatment.

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"Traditional Chinese medicine, which dates back to the Shang Dynasty, China’s earliest on record dating back to the Bronze Age, accounts for up to half of all medicines consumed in China, according to the World Health Organization."

Try these traditional Chinese medicine practices for self-care during quarantine From qi gong to acupressure and herbal remedies, practitioners say these ancient wellness routines can provide stress relief at home during the pandemic.

Why People Are Turning to Traditional Chinese Medicine During COVID-19 In the wake of the novel coronavirus epidemic, we still have no known cure for COVID-19, and a vaccine is likely still a year or two away. Now, more people are turning to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which has early scientific backing as to its potential benefits as a supplemental...

"Instead of “boosting immunity,” Chinese Medicine seeks to fortify your immune system, reinforcing the awe-inspiring wisdom and intelligence of your body."

What Classical Chinese Medical Wisdom Can Teach Us About Strengthening Our Immune System The key to optimal immune health is not "boosting," but balancing.

Pregnancy and mental health during the COVID-19 crisis Taking care of mental health can be challenging for pregnant women during the COVID-19 crisis. We provide some tips and information here.

The Traditional Chinese Medicine Ingredients That Can Help To Boost Your Health Whether you’re trying to fight the flu or build up your immunity, these commonly used ingredients in Traditional Chinese Medicine will help keep you feeling at your best

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10 Best Healing Plants You Can Grow Because Mother Nature knows what she’s doing.

Acne? Eczema? Doctor prescribes Chinese herbal medicine creams Natural skincare products are on trend, and herbs from traditional Chinese medicine are becoming more popular. Dr David Lee, who blends Eastern and Western medicine, explains how he uses Chinese herbs for custom-made skincare.

Acupuncture Alleviates Depression Quantified Acupuncture with herbs shown to alleviate depression in modern research.

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"Maier does not dismiss pharmaceutical drugs, and she encourages consumers to study up on plant remedies before trying them. Her school offers a three-year program for those who are serious about caring for patients with medicinal plants, a six-week introduction, a nine-month series of weekend courses and this month a four-hour class on winter allies to be taken during cold and flu season."

Charlottesville School Trains Students to Use Herbal Medicines Americans spend more on pharmaceutical drugs than consumers in any other country, but right alongside prescription medications are a growing number of

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Virtue of the Small – Qì in the Year of the Yáng Metal Rat – Gēng Zĭ 庚子 – Year 2020/4718 TIGER'S PLAY ASTROLOGY & CHINESE MEDICINE

“While focusing on calories and carbohydrates is useful in some situations, it is a reductionist way of looking at food,” Yu said. “It does not always take into account the whole person. Eating according to the energetic properties of food is a holistic way to live that supports good health and well-being, factoring in the dynamic quality of human beings.”

How Balancing 'Warming' And 'Cooling' Foods Could Benefit Your Health This concept from Chinese medicine could lend a new type of balance to your diet.

And, here is some historical information relating to TCM and the ginkgo tree, as written by Subhuti Dharmandanda (Institute for Traditional Medicine)
and Heiner Fruehauf (National University of Natural Medicine, College of Classical Chinese Medicine).
https://classicalchinesemedicine.org/ginkgo-cultural-background-and-medicinal-usage-in-china/

Ginkgo’s Extreme Longevity Credited to Immune System Genes related to the immune system stay active throughout the tree's life.

Macao herbal tea and traditional Chinese medicine Here in China, while the north is often dry and hot, the southern regions usually steamy in humid summer heat that some call "sauna weather." One such place is Macao, across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong, where there's a big demand for "Liangcha," or "cooling herbal tea." The highly popular b...

The future of Traditional Chinese medicine - CNN Video Where do ancient practices fit into modern medicine? From herbs and teas to tai chi and acupuncture, Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the balance of modern and traditional.

Some self care tips and TCM pattern differentiations on sleep disturbance to share with your patients or friends!

What Kind of “Can’t Sleep” Is It? - Thrive Global Your insomnia type according to Chinese Medicine, and what you can do to sleep better.

Happy Sunday! We got up early to make something good for the body and good for the soul! Just use Greek yogurt, candied fruit granola, and some beautiful peaches 😋

"Herbs are useful in treatments, Hartman says, because humans and animals developed and evolved alongside plants. “Herbs tend to work more effectively and have fewer side effects when used appropriately,” she says. “A lot of people will use acupuncture for acute, soft-tissue injury, such as sprains, or arthritis. Positive changes you can get from acupuncture can be extended with herbals.”

Seeking an Alternative Nontraditional therapies provide new approaches for pet health care.

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Herb of the Month: Cinnamon - Portugal Resident Herb of the Month: Cinnamon. Now the cold weather’s set in, I’ve been really getting into my cinnamon tea and putting cinnamon in just about everything I cook

"While all that sounds rather mystical, science shows Tai Chi can improve health. Researchers have discovered that even a shorter, modified exercise series of Tai Chi movements can improve muscle strength, balance and flexibility, while also reducing stress and lowering blood pressure."

Medicine in motion: How Tai Chi heals body and mind | WTOP There is evidence that an ancient Chinese form of martial arts improves your mind and body, and may even contribute to a longer life.

Saffron: Health benefits, side effects, and how to use it Saffron is a spice with a distinct taste and aroma. Due to its antioxidant content, it may provide a variety of health benefits. Learn about them here.

Acupuncture Gaining New Ground in Disaster Response - Acupuncture Buzz Acupuncture's role in the aftermath of September 11 inspired much of its use since then to ease tension and improve behavioral health after major disasters.

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Articles - Mayway Herbs Thanksgiving Cranberry and Hawthorn Sauce This recipe is a twist on the traditional cranberry sauce containing Hawthorn berries for added medicinal benefits

5 Benefits Of Acupuncture For Brain Health (Plus, What Each Type Does) Could this be the answer for your migraines?

Science And Alternative Medicine Agree: It’s Probably Time You Try Acupuncture The Chinese medicine treatment is growing faster than ever but it’s thought to date back to as many as 3,000 years ago, in ancient China. Today it’s popular all around the world as a natural treatment for a variety of disorders and discomforts.

Getting to the Point: Equine Acupuncture – The Horse How much do you know about equine acupuncture? Read about the existing science behind acupuncture in this article excerpt from the November 2019 issue.

"Only if given the wings of modern technology, can traditional Chinese medical treatment fly high and far," said Chen Rixin, a 63-year-old professor from the Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Nanchang city, which is in south China's Jiangxi province. He revealed this when giving an interview to China.org.cn on Oct. 25. Chen has devoted himself to the teaching, research, clinical treatment and promotion of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for over 30 years.

TCM professor shares wonders of moxibustion- China.org.cn "Only if given the wings of modern technology, can traditional Chinese medical treatment fly high and far," said Chen Rixin, a 63-year-old professor from the Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Nanchang city, which is in south China's Jiangxi province. He revealed this when giving....

Deep sleep may help treat anxiety New research 'establishes a causal connection between sleep and anxiety' and identifies the type of sleep needed to soothe an anxious mind.

"The school is one of the first medical schools in the U.S. to deem nutritional education compulsory because poor diet can lead to several diseases, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, among others. They will be taught cooking techniques that include baking salmon perfectly and cutting vegetables according to a certain style. Not just that, students will have to take lectures imparting evidenced-based information on healthy eating. "

Nutrition Not Included In Medical Students' Curriculums Worldwide An international review found that general physicians lack the knowledge to guide patients on the right food. However, the University of Maryland School of Medicine has taken the first step by introducing it in the curriculum.

In Good Health: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Is Evolving In Leaps And Bounds It’s been around since 3000 BC, but traditional Chinese medicine is not only surviving—it’s thriving. Practitioners and manufacturers explain why and what the future holds.