Yang Kun's sharing: Analysis of common "cold" phenomenon in daily lifeIn cold environments in daily life, we often see people feeling cold in their hands and feet, and cannot endure cold weather no matter what season it is. This phenomenon is often called "fear of cold" and particularly common among people with yang deficiency constitution...

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...

Does Going to Bed Early and Waking Up Early Really Make You Live Longer? Science Tells You the Answer!We often hear the advice Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise. But can early to bed and early to rise really make us live longer? In recent years, numerous large-scale studies have revealed a close relationship between sleep duration, sleep regularity, and lifespan, providing answers to this question...

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...

Late Summer Health: 3 Things to Eat, 3 Things to Do, 3 Things to Avoid, Welcoming a Healthy Autumn and WinterThe autumn breeze is refreshing, and the summer heat is gradually fading. In a blink of an eye, we have entered the late summer season, the final stage of the three hottest summer months...

Astragalus: The King of Qi-Tonifying Herbs, How to Consume it for Maximum Efficacy?Since ancient times, Astragalus, known as the "King of Qi-Tonifying Herbs", has held a prominent position in traditional Chinese medicine. Many are familiar with the phrase If you are weak, take some Astragalus!...

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...

Blocked Arteries: Old Li's Alarm Bell and the Myth of Ginseng TeaOld Li, an ordinary retired man, was often plagued by fatigue and couldn't even manage simple Tai Chi. During a workout in the park, he was short of breath and felt a sense of unease...