Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of illnesses and medical conditions, including depression. Chinese medicine techniques such as acupuncture, herbal remedies and other traditional therapies may be...
Despite advances in medical research and technology, breast cancer is on the rise. According to the National Cancer Institute, there were nearly 195,000 new cases reported in 2009 alone, with more than 40,500 deaths from breast cancer. While women...
If you have been trying to get pregnant for over a year with no success, or you are over 35 and haven't conceived in at least six months, you may be infertile. The Chinese have been using acupuncture as a treatment for infertility for many...
Acupuncture has long been thought to be an effective form of treatment for a variety of ailments, disorders and conditions that affect the human body and life. One of the oldest healing practices known to man, acupuncture involves the strategic...
Qigong, which is pronounced chee-gong, is an ancient Chinese healing method that relies on gentle movements and deep breathing to promote physical and mental wellness. According to the Qigong Institute, the practice is a complement to other...
Infertility is defined as the inability to become pregnant despite one year of regular sexual intercourse without contraception or six months in women 35 years or older. Persistent miscarriage is also linked to infertility. Infertility impacts men...
Qi Kong, or Qigong, is a system of exercises originating in China that cultivate and enhance the internal energy system for preventive and curative purposes. Medical Qigong is one of the Five Principals of Chinese Medicine, which comprise...
Infertility is failure to achieve a normal pregnancy in one year of regular intercourse or insemination without contraceptives. Infertility is not always the woman's problem. About 40 percent of infertility cases are due to male factors. Damage to...
Mucus can be an irritating symptom when experienced on a consistent basis. Mucus can develop from environmental allergies or the common cold. A less known cause of mucus is food, where most often an allergy to a certain food will cause mucus...
Alternative medicine is defined by the Mayo Clinic as wellness therapies that are not considered part of conventional Western medicine. Some of the alternative treatment methods they list include acupuncture, herbs and dietary supplements....
Chinese massage is one of the techniques of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), along with acupuncture, herbs, exercise, diet and meditation. All TCM techniques focus on balancing the movement of qi or energy through the body. Chinese massage...
One symptom of acquired immune deficiency syndrome, or AIDS, that many people experience is weight loss. At times, the weight loss can be rapid. This can reduce energy and strength levels in the body. Nausea can be treated with medication....
Systemic lupus erythematosus is the most widely seen form of lupus, an autoimmune disease affecting the body's tissues and organs. Lupus attacks any part of the body, producing inflammation and pain. Conventional medicine states that there is no...
Holistic medicine's name comes from the Greek word halos, which means whole, and refers to a practice of medicine which treats the body, mind and spirit. Holistic medicine differs from traditional Western medicine in terms of philosophy,...
Women who can't get pregnant, men who can get erections and people who suffer from low blood sugar, diabetes, under-eye circles and auto-immune diseases may have something in common: adrenal fatigue. Stress, steroid use and poor eating habits can...
Acupuncture is part of a system of medicine from China that dates back more than 5,000 years. It uses fine needles to facilitate the flow of energy, or qi (pronounced chee) throughout the body. Acupuncture may also be used to bring balance to the...
The basis of acupuncture dates back to ancient China and Taoist principles. According to Adrian White’s “Acupuncture: A Scientific Appraisal,” the oldest surviving record of acupuncture is the Yellow Emperor’s...
If you suffer from dry, yellowing or red, itchy skin, it may be more than just a bothersome skin condition. It could be a sign of poor liver health. Your liver, the largest glandular organ in your body, performs many vital functions, including...
Quitting smoking is not easy. A look at the enormous market devoted to helping smokers quit the habit shows just how difficult it is. The primary category of smoking cessation products is nicotine replacement therapy. These products give...
The symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease include memory loss, challenges in problem solving, difficulty performing tasks, confusion with time or place, change in personality, and many other indications. Studies show that the use of single Chinese herbs...
In the United States, an estimated 28 million Americans take antidepressant remedies to combat the symptoms of depression. While, a nonpathogenic depression is considered a healthy reaction to loss or change, it becomes a disorder when the...
As menopause starts, it is crucial to make health a priority. There are many holistic ways to make the process of menopause easier and to lessen common symptoms such as sweating, flushing, rapid heartbeat, insomnia, dizziness and fluctuations in...
Acupuncture offers an easy and relaxing---though not inexpensive---way to lose 5 to 10 lbs. And it may help you lose additional weight by improving your metabolism and curbing your appetite. But if you expect to lose serious weight, success will...
Herbs and other natural treatments have been used for centuries to treat headaches. Both Chinese herbs and acupuncture help relieve occipital headaches along with a wide range of related symptoms and diseases. Both modalities are encompassed under...
Neuropathy is another term for nerve damage, and this can be caused by a variety of conditions or medications. Some individuals find certain herbs effective in treating symptoms related to nerve damage, however, these may not be effective for...
San Francisco is a city in Northern California that is filled with treasured activities that only locals will know about. The city is blessed with winding roads and sloping hills, making it an ideal place for fitness enthusiasts. San Francisco...
Chinese medicine refers to numerous remedies with ancient roots in the philosophies of Taoism. According to the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), an estimated 3.1 million American adults used acupuncture in 2006...
Acupuncture is needle-based therapy that uses the principles of traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments. The needles are placed on points along the body to elicit a specific reaction. The points are located along lines that run...
In addition to being one of the staple cereal grains in Chinese food therapy, wheat seed appears in a popular herbal formula in traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM. TCM herbal healing and food therapy are complex practices requiring years of...
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