A recent article in The Irish Times highlighted the physiological toll alcohol takes on the body, from the immediate effects on the brain to the long-term risks to our organs. …
Chinese Medicine HealthBeyond the Hangover: Understanding Alcohol Through the Lens of Chinese Medicine
Chinese MedicineWhy “Just Get More Sleep” Doesn’t Work: The Chinese Medicine Connection to Insomnia and Depression
We’ve all heard it. When you’re feeling low, unmotivated, or trapped in the “fog” of depression, well-meaning friends say: “You just need a good night’s sleep. Go to bed earlier.” …
Chinese MedicineWinter – The Four Mandates of Storage
Huangdi Neijing Health Secrets: The Four Mandates of Winter Storage Check the next video to find out what the ancient wisdom of the Huangdi Neijing teaches that Winter is the …
Acupuncture Chinese MedicineCUPPING THERAPY – What are the dark circles?
I’ve recently read an article published by Irish Independent (read: here). We’ve seen sport professionals (Michael Phelps) and other professional sport stars appearing with dark circles on their backs during …
Acupuncture Chinese MedicineAcupuncture alleviate Perimenopause symptoms
Perimenopause is the time leading up to the end of menstruation, and it may last for up to ten years, meaning you could hit perimenopause even as early as your …
Acupuncture Chinese MedicineRESTLESS LEG SYNDROME – Can acupuncture really help?
YES!!! Current (limited) studies show acupuncture to be an effective treatment for those with restless leg syndrome. However let’s start from the beginning by defining what this syndrome is: Restless Leg …
Chinese Medicine HealthTHE (MANY) BENEFITS OF CUPPING – Everything you need to know from TCM benefits to EBM research
We’ve seen in recent Olympic competitions with the eagle-eyed spotting dark circles on many of the pro-athlete’s bodies diving into the pools.Those marks are the result of cupping therapy. Cupping, is …
Chinese MedicineCHRONIC HEART FAILURE? Let’s tonify your Kidney!
I am writing this post based on this study. Chronic heart failure (CHF) is a severe public health problem with increasing morbidity and mortality, any treatment targeting a single session …
Chinese Medicine HealthLACK OF SLEEP INCREASES THE RISKS OF HEART DISEASE – A Chinese Medicine perspective
Recently I read an article stating that poor sleep can increase women’s risk of Heart Disease by 75% (see link). In a general basis, lack of sleep affects all aspects …
Acupuncture Chinese MedicineAcupuncture may lower stroke risks in Rheumatoid Arthritis patients – EXTENDED POST
A new study has been released about the effects of acupuncture reducing the risks of strokes (both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes) in correlation of its benefits treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA). …