arthritis

Keep warm in spring to protect yourself from neck and joint pain

This article introduces an ancient traditional Chinese medicine quote to protect yourself from joint pains in springtime. “Cover up in spring because the spring cold easily affects the bones and joints.” The nature of spring weather Spring is regarded as the season of new growth and change, but it is also a very unstable season during which […]

How does acupuncture help arthritis and joint pain?

Senior’s Health 29 August, 2012 2

From my clinical experience and knowledge of Chinese Medicine, many joints affected with pain (arthritis) can be helped by Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. In ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine, arthritis (joint pain) was named Bi Syndrome. Arthritis not only causes joint pain, but chronic or long-term arthritis can also cause disfigurement of the joints. It is […]

The pros and cons of eating chilli on the body

Digestive Health, Food & Diet Therapy, Pain & Circulation 1 April, 2011 17

In one province of China called Sichuan, chilli is a very popular food. Almost everyone there eats chilli with each meal. The local chefs use chilli with every dish, and without chilli, Sichuan food would not be as delicious. Many Chinese diet therapy researchers have found that Sichuan people eat a lot of chilli because […]

Cherry and arthritis

Food & Diet Therapy, Pain & Circulation, Senior’s Health 26 December, 2010 0

Cherry is one of the popular foods to eat during Christmas. It looks beautiful, red, attractive and delicious. Cherries can make Christmas lunch and dinner a colourful and cheerful occasion. The Chinese have a song about cherries; it is a delicious fruit but a difficult tree to plant. But did you know about the health […]

Chives for cold feet and impotence

Food & Diet Therapy, Men’s Health 9 July, 2009 0

Many people plant chives in the backyard as it is a plant easy to grow, especially in summer they will thrive very quickly. When the plant is mature, cutting the chives and using them in dishes, does not require the plant to be replanted. Chives are a very green and lush plant that is not […]

Cabbage and circulation around the joints

Food & Diet Therapy 8 July, 2009 2

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, […]