Jujube Seed (Suanzaoren): A TCM Approach to Insomnia and Optimal Combination Strategies
Jujube Seed (Suanzaoren): A TCM Approach to Insomnia and Optimal Combination StrategiesPoor sleep is a common problem in modern society. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that sleep quality is closely related to the functions of the heart and liver...
Apple and Ginger: A Simple Remedy to Boost Yang Qi and Improve Spleen Deficiency, Cold Constitution, and Qi and Blood Deficiency
Apple and Ginger: A Simple Remedy to Boost Yang Qi and Improve Spleen Deficiency, Cold Constitution, and Qi and Blood DeficiencyDid you know that a simple apple combined with readily available ginger can effectively improve spleen deficiency, cold constitution, and qi and blood deficiency, helping to boost your yang qi? This isn't an exaggeration, but a reflection of traditional Chinese medicine wisdom. Apples and ginger, seemingly ordinary ingredients, become a powerful "golden pair" when combined, offering significant benefits to those who frequently experience cold hands and feet, fatigue, or low energy...
Luo Han Guo and Fructus Mucunae Tea: A Simple Remedy for Cough and Sore Throat
Luo Han Guo and Fructus Mucunae Tea: A Simple Remedy for Cough and Sore ThroatMany people suffer from persistent sore throats and coughs, especially during seasonal changes. Symptoms such as throat dryness, itching, persistent coughing, and difficulty expectorating significantly impact work and life...
Treatment of "Internal Heat" (Shang Huo) Caused by Cold-Damp Stagnation in the Spleen and Stomach: Efficacy and Differentiation of Treatment of Zhigan-Ganjiang Decoction
Treatment of "Internal Heat" (Shang Huo) Caused by Cold-Damp Stagnation in the Spleen and Stomach: Efficacy and Differentiation of Treatment of Zhigan-Ganjiang DecoctionAs a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, I frequently encounter patients presenting with both cold constitution and symptoms of "internal heat" (Shang Huo). This often indicates cold-damp stagnation in the spleen and stomach...
Male Sexual Health: A Traditional Chinese Medicine and Modern Medical Perspective on "Secondary Development" of the Corpus Cavernosum
Male Sexual Health: A Traditional Chinese Medicine and Modern Medical Perspective on "Secondary Development" of the Corpus CavernosumIncreasingly, people are focusing on their health, with male health concerns receiving particular attention. Sexual health is a crucial component of overall male health, directly impacting quality of life and mental well-being...
Regular Sex Life and Women's Uterine and Ovarian Health: An Indispensable Connection
Regular Sex Life and Women's Uterine and Ovarian Health: An Indispensable Connection35-year-old office worker Xiao Li, facing long-term work pressure, experienced irregular menstruation and abdominal pain. A conversation with a friend made her realize she might have overlooked the connection between sexual activity frequency and gynecological health...
Unmasking the Health Hazards of Four Common Cigarettes: Thin Cigarettes, E-cigarettes, Expired Cigarettes, and Tea Cigarettes
Unmasking the Health Hazards of Four Common Cigarettes: Thin Cigarettes, E-cigarettes, Expired Cigarettes, and Tea CigarettesUncle Lin, a smoker with over thirty years of experience, firmly believed in his good health, despite his family's repeated pleas to quit. However, his addiction recently worsened, leading him to experiment with various cigarettes, including those marketed as "healthy and harmless," such as tea cigarettes and thin cigarettes, and even the recently popular e-cigarettes...
Long-Term Consumption of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): A Detailed Look at Three Outcomes and Four Changes
Long-Term Consumption of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): A Detailed Look at Three Outcomes and Four ChangesZhang Auntie often says, "Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the best! I've been taking it for years, and I haven't had any major health problems!" This statement brings both relief and worry to her family. They're relieved by her good health, but concerned about the potential long-term effects of consistent TCM use...
Harvard Study: A Daily Bowl of Congee May Extend Lifespan by 2-3 Years The Secret to Longevity May Be Hidden in This Simple Dish
Harvard Study: A Daily Bowl of Congee May Extend Lifespan by 2-3 Years The Secret to Longevity May Be Hidden in This Simple Dish"Think congee is just 'poor man's food'? Think again! It might be the secret to longevity!" A 20-year study conducted by the Harvard T.H...
Greater Snow (Daxue) Solstice Health Guide: Storing Yang Qi, Heat, and Body Fluids Three Key Points for a Comfortable Winter
Greater Snow (Daxue) Solstice Health Guide: Storing Yang Qi, Heat, and Body Fluids Three Key Points for a Comfortable WinterDecember 6th marks the Greater Snow (Daxue) solstice, one of the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar. The saying goes, "Neglect health during the Greater Snow, and you'll fall ill next year...
Harvard Study Reveals Calcium Supplement Misconceptions: How to Scientifically Supplement Calcium to Avoid Osteophyte Formation and Cardiovascular Risks?
Harvard Study Reveals Calcium Supplement Misconceptions: How to Scientifically Supplement Calcium to Avoid Osteophyte Formation and Cardiovascular Risks?Calcium supplements, a staple in almost every household, are often considered a "miracle cure" for preventing osteoporosis and fractures. The elderly, in particular, often make calcium supplementation a habit, sometimes taking it without any medical consultation...
Visible Veins at the Gym: A Sign of Muscle Growth or a Health Concern?
Visible Veins at the Gym: A Sign of Muscle Growth or a Health Concern?Xiao Li and Xiao Wang were longtime friends at the gym. One day in the locker room, Xiao Li noticed prominent veins, like earthworms, winding beneath Xiao Wang's skin...