Can Taking a Long Nap Increase Your Risk of Death by 30%? Decoding the Science of NappingNapping is a common way for many people to catch up on sleep and relieve fatigue. However, not all naps are beneficial...

The Amazing Uses of Sponge Gourd: 5 Common Ailments Healed by Traditional Chinese MedicineSponge gourd, a common vegetable, is not only delicious but also a valuable medicinal herb, playing an important role in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM believes that sponge gourd has a sweet and cool nature, and possesses the properties to clear heat, resolve phlegm, cool blood and detoxify...

Intermittent Fasting After Dinner: A Double Challenge for Blood Sugar and WeightIn the fast-paced life of a modern city, we often overlook the importance of dietary habits for our health. Zhang Wei, a 45-year-old office worker, discovered slightly elevated blood sugar levels during a medical check-up, prompting him to reflect on and adjust his eating habits...

Simple Dinners for Seniors: A Doctor's Heartfelt AdviceA crisp autumn evening found me in my clinic, seeing a new patient. Sixty-five-year-old Ms...

Warmth on the Tip of the Tongue: Ginger, a Culinary and Medicinal Treasure, Nourishing You Through the Four SeasonsHeaven nourishes people with five elements, Earth nourishes people with five flavors, as the ancients wisely recognized the intimate connection between food and health. Medicinal cuisine, a crystallization of wisdom from Chinese civilization spanning thousands of years, has been cherished for its delicious flavors, readily available ingredients, and convenient preparation...

Quitting Smoking, Alcohol, and Sex: Which Addiction is the Hardest to Break?Many people debate which of these three addictions smoking, alcohol, and sex is the most difficult to overcome. We often imagine the process of breaking free from these addictions, and most of us have some idea of what it would be like...

Is soy sauce healthier than salt? Doctors uncover the truth about high-sodium diets and warn against the "invisible killer"."Your sodium levels are incredibly high...

Bidding Farewell to Summer's Heat, Welcoming Autumn's Arrival: Traditional Customs and Modern Wellness PracticesTomorrow, August 14th, marks the eleventh day of the seventh lunar month, signifying the end of the hottest period of the year, "Sn F Tin" (the Three Folds of Summer), and the beginning of its final phase M F (the Final Fold). This special day is steeped in traditional customs and wisdom for maintaining health and well-being, inviting us to explore its secrets...

Purslane: An Unassuming Herb with Extraordinary BenefitsPurslane, a ubiquitous yet often overlooked weed, holds extraordinary health benefits. In recent years, it has gradually come into the spotlight, becoming a widely recognized natural health food...

The River of Life: Unveiling the Mysteries and Guardianship of BloodBlood, the ceaseless river flowing through our bodies, plays a vital role in life. It delivers oxygen and nutrients to every corner of our bodies, while simultaneously carrying away metabolic waste and carbon dioxide, sustaining the vitality of life...

Five Small Signals in Elderly People That May Indicate an Approaching FarewellLife is like a play, and the play is like life. On the long stage of life, everyone plays different roles, and the departure of the elderly is undoubtedly the most poignant scene on the stage...

Summer's Cool Companion: Winter Melon, a Health Guardian for SeniorsSummer's heat can be unrelenting. Everyone seeks ways to beat the heat and stay healthy...