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 […]
One of the most popular drinks in the world, green tea is very effective in the treatment of a number of health problems. Many medical practitioners recognise the health benefits of drinking green tea and recommend its consumption to their patients. Similarly, as they did in ancient times, traditional Chinese doctors continue to use green […]
Traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis understands that each internal organ, when it is weak or imbalanced, will show up as a particular set of signs and symptoms. 1. The following symptoms are common if your lung function is weak or imbalanced Shortness of breath Chest tightness Asthmatic breathing Easily sweating especially after physical activity Chronic cough and […]
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 is a time to enjoy nature’s new growth and renewal. However, the wind and pollen in the air can make this season not so pleasant for some people. Chinese medicine considers that our body is strongly influenced by our living environment and this is especially true with seasonal changes. The different climate and environment of each season affects […]
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 resistance to avoid getting sick if you know how. In this article, I will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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