Many people ask me why they frequently catch colds and flu or fall ill. When they are around other people who are sick, they are always the first to pick it up and to become sick also. You can improve your immune system to avoid getting sick if you know how. In this article, I [...]
The cold and flu is very common in my clinic, almost every single person will experience a flu or cold at some stage in their life. Some may only experience this a few times whilst others may constantly have one. Colds and flu’s can occur during any season and in any country around the world. [...]
Carrots have many health benefits for the body. Individuals who have some nutritional herbal knowledge will be aware that ginseng is a good product, but because it is highly priced and excessively potent as a nourishing tonic, it is not practical for everyone as a supplement. A fact most people are unaware of is that [...]
White fungus looks white or pale yellow, like coral in water. It has a few common names being silver ear or white wood ear. In ancient China, white fungus is very healthful for middle and old aged people, especially for people with lung disorders. Some of the quality white fungus in China is very expensive [...]
Chinese red dates are one of the most popular foods used for health. Dried chinese dates are red, soft on the outside with a sweet smell. Inside being soft and moist. Throughout all seasons they are available from a Chinese market or grocer as well as through the world. Chinese people treat dates not only [...]
In this article, I want to share the principle of why some foods are suitable for some people and not others due to their own body’s constitution. First of all I would like to discuss one of my clinic cases to help you understand. One day in the summer, a lady came to see me [...]
When I began writing this article, I wanted to address the upcoming season and its abundance of bringing disease along with it. I live in Perth, Australia in which the season is autumn but heading into winter (between April and May).
Chinese green tea is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many medical practitioners recognize the health benefits of drinking green tea and recommend its consumption to their patients. Traditional Chinese doctors treat Chinese green tea as a herb to use for certain conditions. In ancient times and now, green tea is often [...]
People who live in Beijing know that regardless of the season, breakfast restaurants will always serve warm or cold soy milk (also called soya milk or soybean milk). Many people in Beijing drink soy milk with their breakfast before they go to work. One glass of soy milk is enough to support the body with [...]
Sweet potato is a common vegetable food source, belonging to the family of rhizomes, though many countries and regions regard it as cereals. It has numerous eating options; it can be grilled, cooked, steamed, fried, when ready its fragrant delights the senses. Sweet potato is neither cold or hot in nature, it is suitable for [...]
Cabbage is a very popular vegetable throughout the world and it is available in every season. Cabbage is available in purple and white. Many families eat cabbage a few times a week. Did you know, Traditional Chinese Medicine highly recommends eating cabbage as it greatly benefits your health. 1. Health effects of Cabbage Chinese Medicine, [...]
