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. [...]
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 [...]
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).
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 [...]
Winter is here, and so is the flu. A high incidence of influenza prevails each winter season and is especially common in Perth. This year the prevention of the flu during winter is even more crucial due to the global spread of swine flu.
In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) cancerous growths may be caused by the following factors:
Millions of Australians share your agony, and about one person in 90 suffers from allergies. Treatments can produce harsh side effects that leave allergy sufferers less congested and itchy, but just as miserable. Luckily, acupuncture and Chinese medicine provide effective alternatives that impose no discomforts such as sinus headache, fatigue and dryness of the nose [...]
In Chinese medicine hayfever results from two simultaneous conditions usually caused by a lack of energy in the Kidney and Lung organs (deficiency), and an external pathogenic attack (wind, cold, heat). Organ deficiencies can lower the immune system and make a person more vulnerable to pollens and external pathogens.
