What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & Who gets it? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that causes numbness, tingling, pain and weakness of the wrist and the hand. This happens when the median nerve in the carpal tunnel of the […]
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10 Grain Porridge for Longevity
10-Grain Porridge is a simple recipe that is well loved by many Chinese people who care about well-being and longevity. This one is my variation of with a Chinese medicinal twist and a couple of superfoods. The ingredients are food […]
Read moreStress, Depression and Anxiety
The health of the mind is closely connected to the health of the body. This mind-body concept is not new. Stress, depression and anxiety have been recognised as causes of diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine for a few thousand years. […]
Read moreTips for Hay Fever Sufferers
Do You Suffer From Hay Fever? If your nose can’t stop running, if you are sneezing continuously and have an itchy or stuffy nose, itchy skin, watery eyes or headache, you may have hay fever, or formally called allergic rhinitis. […]
Read moreFatty Liver
Do You Have A Fatty Liver? If you are quite overweight around your waist, you could be a candidate for fatty liver. Central obesity is a term that describes the accumulation of fat around your internal organs at your waistline. […]
Read moreHow is Donkey Hide ‘E Jiao(阿胶)’ a Chinese Medicinal?
Donkey Hide Stops Heavy Bleeding? Here is a Chinese medicinal that has caught a lot of attention over its incredible properties to build blood, stop bleeding and address chronic lung diseases according to Chinese medicinal classics. Its price has skyrocketed […]
Read moreTreating Psoriasis with Chinese Medicine
Psoriasis on the Elbow Psoriasis is a serious chronic inflammatory skin disease which manifests as dry, thick and silver-scaled plaques that come off like dandruff. It affects the whole body often starting from the scalp to the trunk and limbs. […]
Read moreFish Broth for Dry Eyes
Do You Get Dry Eyes? Your eyes have tear glands that produce tears to lubricate them. This function can be compromised for various reasons such as ageing, poor lifestyle habits, diseases and medication. Reasons why your eyes may be dry: […]
Read moreCan Muscle Loss Be Reversed?
Why Do We Lose Muscles When We Age? Both men and women lose muscle mass as they age possibly due to the combination of inactivity and hormonal change. With muscles, you either use it or lose it. Adding to the […]
Read moreWhy Ice May Not Be Ideal For Injuries
Do You Use Ice with An Acute Injury? When you sprain your ankle or strain your muscle during sport, is ice your first point of call? That’s what most people do in Australia. But if you have ever lived in […]
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