cold and flu

What to do after you catch a head cold or flu

Allergy & Immunity 5 June, 2018 0

The common cold and flu (influenza) is a very common disease seen in our clinic. Almost every single person will experience a flu or cold at some stage in their life. Colds and flus can occur during any season and in any country around the world. Some people may only experience this a few times a […]

How does Chinese medicine help a persistent cough that you cannot get rid of?

Allergy & Immunity, Digestive Health, General Health 14 July, 2017 1

Coughing is a very common health issue treated in our clinic with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. A persistent cough can be a major health symptom experienced during any season and it may be especially worse in winter and spring. In this article, we are going to briefly discuss how Chinese medicine diagnoses and […]

Spring onions and winter cold

Allergy & Immunity, Food & Diet Therapy, Pain & Circulation 1 July, 2011 0

Most of the time Spring Onion is used in cooking to add taste to a dish. There are even certain foods which we tend to cook with onion to enhance the flavour. Spring Onion not only adds taste to food but is also a very convenient herb in Chinese medicine to be used for certain […]

Is garlic suitable for you to eat?

Allergy & Immunity, Food & Diet Therapy 18 August, 2010 0

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 […]

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, […]