Night Snacks, Diet Restriction, and Healthy Weight Loss: An In-Depth Analysis of Evening Eating and Weight Management
Night Snacks, Diet Restriction, and Healthy Weight Loss: An In-Depth Analysis of Evening Eating and Weight ManagementWorking late, binge-watching shows, and scrolling through social media have become commonplace in modern life, often leading to late-night hunger. Many people grapple with the dilemma of whether or not to eat a night snack, while others, especially women, opt to skip dinner or try trendy diets like the 16/8 method for rapid weight loss...
How Long Is Leftover Food Safe to Eat After Chinese New Year? A Guide to Safe Leftover Storage and the Truth About Cancer
How Long Is Leftover Food Safe to Eat After Chinese New Year? A Guide to Safe Leftover Storage and the Truth About CancerDuring Chinese New Year, households are decked out in festive decorations, and a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner is indispensable. However, the feast often leaves behind a significant amount of leftovers...
Understanding and Treating "Shang Huo" (Internal Heat): Types and Remedies
Understanding and Treating "Shang Huo" (Internal Heat): Types and Remedies"Shang Huo," a common condition in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), refers to an imbalance of internal heat. It's categorized into two main types: actual fire (shi huo) and deficient fire (xu huo), each requiring distinct treatment approaches...
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...
Protecting Lives in Winter's Grip: Five Deadly Threats and a Guide to Safe Wintering for the Elderly
Protecting Lives in Winter's Grip: Five Deadly Threats and a Guide to Safe Wintering for the ElderlyOld Mr. Zhang, a kind and well-respected elder in his village, lived a peaceful life tending his vegetable garden and raising chickens and ducks...
Unexpected Changes in Your Body from Eating Sweet Potatoes in Winter!
Unexpected Changes in Your Body from Eating Sweet Potatoes in Winter!Lao Chu, a retired worker and avid tea drinker, was introduced to sweet potatoes last winter by his friend Lao Lin, who touted their warming and health-promoting properties. Initially unconcerned, the cold winter prompted Lao Chu to join the ranks of roasted sweet potato enthusiasts...
The Great Snow approaches: Winter Wellness Tips for Seniors: 2 Don'ts and 3 No's
The Great Snow approaches: Winter Wellness Tips for Seniors: 2 Don'ts and 3 No'sAs the Great Snow (Daxue) solar term arrives each year, bringing biting winds and plummeting temperatures, winter wellness becomes paramount for seniors. Many believe in substantial winter tonics, consuming various supplements, but this isn't entirely accurate...
Greater Snow (Daxue) Festival: A Health Guide for Senior Citizens A Winter Health Protection Manual
Greater Snow (Daxue) Festival: A Health Guide for Senior Citizens A Winter Health Protection ManualGrandma Li often says, "After the Greater Snow, the earth enters winter, and our bodies must also adjust accordingly. The elderly need to be even more careful...
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...
Fructus Psoraleae: Warming and Tonifying the Spleen and Kidney, Treating Frequent Urination and Diarrhea
Fructus Psoraleae: Warming and Tonifying the Spleen and Kidney, Treating Frequent Urination and DiarrheaFructus Psoraleae, the fruit of a legume plant, is relatively common in the wild, yet remains unfamiliar to many. Its black-coated fruits are a valuable herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), awaiting discovery by those who seek its benefits...
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Treatment for Bloating: A Dual Approach of Acupressure and Dietary Adjustments for Effortless Relief
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Treatment for Bloating: A Dual Approach of Acupressure and Dietary Adjustments for Effortless ReliefZhao, a 58-year-old retired elementary school teacher and health enthusiast, suffered a fainting spell and was rushed to the hospital. Tests revealed she had gastrointestinal dysfunction with significant gas accumulation leading to severe bloating...
The "Stylish Man" from a Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective: Damp-Heat Constitution and the Hidden Killer of Male Health
The "Stylish Man" from a Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective: Damp-Heat Constitution and the Hidden Killer of Male HealthThe term "stylish man," in modern society, typically describes a man at the forefront of fashion. However, from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, it might also subtly refer to a man with excessive damp-heat in his body...