A Chinese Medicine View of Allergies & Immunology As the allergy season approaches, many of us are dreading the annoying sneezing, itchy eyes, and a heavy sensation in the head like it is about to explode. A visit to the Western doctor will end with a prescription of Benadryl, Albuterol, and in some cases; prednisone. …

3 Precautionary Measures for Nuclear Radiation Protection 1. Immune Modulation In addition to using acupuncture to enhance the immune system, certain Chinese herbs are proven to help build “ protective chi “. It should be noted that the following immune-enhancing herbs are also readily used in cancer treatments using combination therapy. Ganoderma ( Ling Zhi …

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Spring is the season of manifestation. This is the magical time of the year when everything is burgeoning with life. Now is the time to do something with your life. You have spent the entire winter conserving your vital life force, now is the opportunity to utilize the stored energy in a productive manner. Moreover, …

Introduction In the world of medicine today, complementary medicine is all the rage. Patients who are seeking a medical doctor want someone who is not only trained in Bio-medicine but also knowledgeable about natural medicine. Similarly, patients who are seeking an acupuncturist want someone who is not only trained in Chinese medicine but also possesses …

Winter is the season of the dreaded cold and flu. Chinese medicine tells us that bacterial and viral infections take hold when our pores are exposed in a way which allows these pathogens to penetrate into the body. Because Chinese medicine focuses on disease prevention, we must be attentive to lifestyle behaviors in order to …