Articles related to "Chinese Medicine"
The Hollow Internal Organs and TCM
What a TCM practitioner means when (s)he talks about Stomach, Gall Bladder, Intestines and Urinary Bladder. How they are similar to, yet different from, western concepts.
hollow internal organs in tcm • traditional chinese medicine • medical terminology • paired organ functions • western anatomical concepts
What a TCM practitioner means when (s)he talks about Stomach, Gall Bladder, Intestines and Urinary Bladder. How they are similar to, yet different from, western concepts.
hollow internal organs in tcm • traditional chinese medicine • medical terminology • paired organ functions • western anatomical concepts
Chinese Herbal Medical Terminology
When visiting a Traditional Chinese Herbalist a patient may be bombarded with new and confusing words. This article explains some of the most commonly used TCM terms.
traditional chinese medicine terminology • learn chinese language • english translation • commonly used chinese herbal medicine terms • pin yin for chinese symbols
When visiting a Traditional Chinese Herbalist a patient may be bombarded with new and confusing words. This article explains some of the most commonly used TCM terms.
traditional chinese medicine terminology • learn chinese language • english translation • commonly used chinese herbal medicine terms • pin yin for chinese symbols
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Ancient China developed a way of looking at health that may have been the first multidisciplinary medical system, seeking balance rather than fighting specific diseases.
traditional chinese medicine • acupuncture • tui na massage • chinese herbal remedies • diet and lifestyle
Ancient China developed a way of looking at health that may have been the first multidisciplinary medical system, seeking balance rather than fighting specific diseases.
traditional chinese medicine • acupuncture • tui na massage • chinese herbal remedies • diet and lifestyle
Chinese Medicine For Your Dog
If western veterinary care is not working for your dog consider Traditional Chinese Medicine. A combination of herbs, acupuncture and massage may be just what is needed.
traditional chinese medicine for dogs • canine acupuncture and acupressure • dogs and arthritis • dog skin allergies • cancer in dogs
If western veterinary care is not working for your dog consider Traditional Chinese Medicine. A combination of herbs, acupuncture and massage may be just what is needed.
traditional chinese medicine for dogs • canine acupuncture and acupressure • dogs and arthritis • dog skin allergies • cancer in dogs
More Chinese Herbal Medical Terms
Understanding terminology like Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness and Phlegm, which have specific meaning in Chinese Medicine, will aid in appreciating TCM's complex ideas.
medical terminology • traditional chinese herbal medicine • dampness phlegm • pernicious evils • temperature perception
Understanding terminology like Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness and Phlegm, which have specific meaning in Chinese Medicine, will aid in appreciating TCM's complex ideas.
medical terminology • traditional chinese herbal medicine • dampness phlegm • pernicious evils • temperature perception
A Rare Risk with Acupuncture
Using a skilled and experienced practitioner of acupuncture will protect you against rare adverse effects of this treatment, such as pneumothorax (a collapsed lung).
collapsed lung • pneumothorax • rare adverse effect • acupuncture • traditional chinese medicine
Using a skilled and experienced practitioner of acupuncture will protect you against rare adverse effects of this treatment, such as pneumothorax (a collapsed lung).
collapsed lung • pneumothorax • rare adverse effect • acupuncture • traditional chinese medicine
Acupuncture for Headache Relief
A basic overview of acupuncture for treating headaches, how it works and the benefits of acupuncture and Eastern medicine over Western medicine for headache relief.
headache acupuncture • chinese medicine • tongue reading • eastern medicine • medication
A basic overview of acupuncture for treating headaches, how it works and the benefits of acupuncture and Eastern medicine over Western medicine for headache relief.
headache acupuncture • chinese medicine • tongue reading • eastern medicine • medication
Chinese Herbs for Uterine Fibroids
Fibroid growths in the uterus can cause infertility, pain, urinary incontinence and heavy bleeding. Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine reduces fibroids in many cases.
treatment for uterine fibroids • traditional chinese herbal medicine • herbal formula • infertility • hormone therapy
Fibroid growths in the uterus can cause infertility, pain, urinary incontinence and heavy bleeding. Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine reduces fibroids in many cases.
treatment for uterine fibroids • traditional chinese herbal medicine • herbal formula • infertility • hormone therapy
Chinese Medicine and the Use of Endangered Species
The use of endangered plant and animal species in Chinese herbal medicine is an area of growing concern amongst conservation groups around the world. The following article looks at what is being done to halt this practice.
endangered species • animals • plants • herbal •
The use of endangered plant and animal species in Chinese herbal medicine is an area of growing concern amongst conservation groups around the world. The following article looks at what is being done to halt this practice.
endangered species • animals • plants • herbal •
Chinese Medicine Helps Menopause
Insomnia, night sweats, hot flashes, depression and other symptoms of menopause are eased without Hormone Replacement Therapy's side effects. TCM provides an alternative.
menopause symptom relief • traditional chinese medicine • night sweats and hot flashes • insomnia and depression • diet and lifestyle changes
Insomnia, night sweats, hot flashes, depression and other symptoms of menopause are eased without Hormone Replacement Therapy's side effects. TCM provides an alternative.
menopause symptom relief • traditional chinese medicine • night sweats and hot flashes • insomnia and depression • diet and lifestyle changes
Five Different Rhinosceros
The white rhino has made a limited comeback but black, Sumatran, Javan and Indian rhinoceros are all Endangered or Critically Endangered.
black rhinoceros • critically endangered species • poaching • habitat loss • rhinoceros horn
The white rhino has made a limited comeback but black, Sumatran, Javan and Indian rhinoceros are all Endangered or Critically Endangered.
black rhinoceros • critically endangered species • poaching • habitat loss • rhinoceros horn
New Year, Time For New Options Pt. I
New Year's resolutions have been made, and if one of your resolutions is to look into treating possible infertility, you should read this series of articles first. This first article explores some non-invasive treatment options.
fertility • infertility • treatment • options • medical
New Year's resolutions have been made, and if one of your resolutions is to look into treating possible infertility, you should read this series of articles first. This first article explores some non-invasive treatment options.
fertility • infertility • treatment • options • medical
Traditional Chinese Medicine - An Introduction
An introduction to the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) including Western medicine comparisons; commonly treated conditions and what to expect during your initial TCM consultation.
tcm • acupuncture • herbal • natural • energy
An introduction to the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) including Western medicine comparisons; commonly treated conditions and what to expect during your initial TCM consultation.
tcm • acupuncture • herbal • natural • energy
Traditional Chinese Medicine Works
The Chinese have been practicing TCM for more than two thousand years. That's a lot of practicing. Spend that much time on one project and you're a master of the craft.
medical service • eczema • skin rash • skin lesions • get rid of warts
The Chinese have been practicing TCM for more than two thousand years. That's a lot of practicing. Spend that much time on one project and you're a master of the craft.
medical service • eczema • skin rash • skin lesions • get rid of warts
Vaccines a Great Medical Discovery
Vaccines have saved millions of peoples lives. A truly great discovery of this millennium.
smallpox • jenner • lady montagu • chinese medicine men • vaccine
Vaccines have saved millions of peoples lives. A truly great discovery of this millennium.
smallpox • jenner • lady montagu • chinese medicine men • vaccine
Chinese Herbs for Hypertension
Combining TCM dietary recommendations and herbal formulas can lower blood pressure. Seaweed, mung beans and hawthorn fruit are part of natural treatment for hypertension.
hypertension • chinese herbs for high blood pressure • foods to lower blood pressure • high cholesterol • traditional chinese medicine
Combining TCM dietary recommendations and herbal formulas can lower blood pressure. Seaweed, mung beans and hawthorn fruit are part of natural treatment for hypertension.
hypertension • chinese herbs for high blood pressure • foods to lower blood pressure • high cholesterol • traditional chinese medicine
TCM Helps Dogs With Skin Problems
Traditional Chinese Medicine can be used for treating dog allergies that lead to skin conditions. Diet, herbs and Tui Na massage are used to relieve allergy symptoms.
traditional chinese herbal remedies • treatment of dog skin allergies • moist eczema and hotspots • allergy diet • topical skin treatments
Traditional Chinese Medicine can be used for treating dog allergies that lead to skin conditions. Diet, herbs and Tui Na massage are used to relieve allergy symptoms.
traditional chinese herbal remedies • treatment of dog skin allergies • moist eczema and hotspots • allergy diet • topical skin treatments
Treating Cancer With Chinese Herbs
Why it is so difficult to quantify the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine in cancer management. Learn about types of Chinese herbs used in treating cancers.
chinese herbs for cancer • double blind placebo studies • traditional chinese medicine • adjunct therapy for side effects • heat clearing herbs
Why it is so difficult to quantify the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine in cancer management. Learn about types of Chinese herbs used in treating cancers.
chinese herbs for cancer • double blind placebo studies • traditional chinese medicine • adjunct therapy for side effects • heat clearing herbs
Chinese Herbs and Food Safety
In the wake of the pet food recall, concerns about contaminated Chinese foodstuffs extend to herbal formulas and supplements. How to be sure what you are taking is safe.
traditional chinese medicine • tcm • pet food recall • contamination • china
In the wake of the pet food recall, concerns about contaminated Chinese foodstuffs extend to herbal formulas and supplements. How to be sure what you are taking is safe.
traditional chinese medicine • tcm • pet food recall • contamination • china
Amma Therapy
What is Amma Therapy? Vivian Menjivar, LMT shares her experiences and philosophies on health and healing, and on becoming an Amma therapist.
amma therapy • amma • massage technique • amma therapist • massage
What is Amma Therapy? Vivian Menjivar, LMT shares her experiences and philosophies on health and healing, and on becoming an Amma therapist.
amma therapy • amma • massage technique • amma therapist • massage
Acupuncture and Acupressure
Acupuncture and acupressure are being used increasingly for many conditions. Whilst evidence exists for their effectiveness, for some ailments more research is needed.
acupuncture and acupressure • acupuncture and acupressure for nausea • acupuncture for pain • acupuncture for back pain • cochrane collaboration and acupuncture
Acupuncture and acupressure are being used increasingly for many conditions. Whilst evidence exists for their effectiveness, for some ailments more research is needed.
acupuncture and acupressure • acupuncture and acupressure for nausea • acupuncture for pain • acupuncture for back pain • cochrane collaboration and acupuncture
GuyLian Supports Project Seahorse
Famous Belgian chocolate company's seashell truffle profits help Project Seahorse protect vital coastal environment, support sustainable fisheries and monitor trade.
project seahorse • guylian chocolate seashell truffles • coastal marine ecosystems • marine habitat degradation and conservation • seahorse aquarium trade
Famous Belgian chocolate company's seashell truffle profits help Project Seahorse protect vital coastal environment, support sustainable fisheries and monitor trade.
project seahorse • guylian chocolate seashell truffles • coastal marine ecosystems • marine habitat degradation and conservation • seahorse aquarium trade
My Sunshine Feel-good Piece
An article wherein the author attempts a 'Reader's Digest' approach to anecdotal writing in an effort to placate a certain 'concerned and disappointed' family member.
acupuncture • acupuncturist acupressure • needles • beijing • chicago
An article wherein the author attempts a 'Reader's Digest' approach to anecdotal writing in an effort to placate a certain 'concerned and disappointed' family member.
acupuncture • acupuncturist acupressure • needles • beijing • chicago
Qi Whiz!
Many martial artists spend a lot of time learning about qi and how to develop and use it. It represents an energy theory that might or might not be real, but it's definitely that stirs up strong emotions in debates among fighters and among scientists. But just what is this thing called qi?
qi • "qi gong" • acupuncture • acupressure • "alternative medicine"
Many martial artists spend a lot of time learning about qi and how to develop and use it. It represents an energy theory that might or might not be real, but it's definitely that stirs up strong emotions in debates among fighters and among scientists. But just what is this thing called qi?
qi • "qi gong" • acupuncture • acupressure • "alternative medicine"
Saiga Antelope, Rhinoceros and TCM
To protect rhinoceros from extinction, the use of Saiga horn was promoted as a replacement in Chinese Medicine. Now Saiga antelope are critically endangered as well.
traditional chinese medicine • critically endangered saiga antelope horn • rhino horn • rhinoceros poaching • antelope herd
To protect rhinoceros from extinction, the use of Saiga horn was promoted as a replacement in Chinese Medicine. Now Saiga antelope are critically endangered as well.
traditional chinese medicine • critically endangered saiga antelope horn • rhino horn • rhinoceros poaching • antelope herd
What is Cleansing?
Spring cleaning shouldn't begin and end with your house! Removing waste buildup in the body can give you more vitality and relieve pain, disease and allergy symptoms.
cleansing • parasite cleanse • dietary cleanse • liver colon cleanse • supplements
Spring cleaning shouldn't begin and end with your house! Removing waste buildup in the body can give you more vitality and relieve pain, disease and allergy symptoms.
cleansing • parasite cleanse • dietary cleanse • liver colon cleanse • supplements
TCM: Asian And American Ginseng
Sharing a name but used in disparate ways, both ginsengs are common in Chinese herbal medicine. Understand the different ginsengs to know which is most likely to help you
asian ginseng supplements • wild american ginseng • traditional chinese medicine • herbal immune supplement • panax ginseng
Sharing a name but used in disparate ways, both ginsengs are common in Chinese herbal medicine. Understand the different ginsengs to know which is most likely to help you
asian ginseng supplements • wild american ginseng • traditional chinese medicine • herbal immune supplement • panax ginseng
TCM and Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain affects most people at some time in their lives so it's not suprising that so many types of treatment are available. As a TCM practitioner in Australia for 8 years and a sufferer of back pain myself, I found TCM to be an extremely effective form of treatment. This article discusses some common causes of lower back pain and their treatment from a TCM point of view.
back • pain • strain • muscles • kidneys
Lower back pain affects most people at some time in their lives so it's not suprising that so many types of treatment are available. As a TCM practitioner in Australia for 8 years and a sufferer of back pain myself, I found TCM to be an extremely effective form of treatment. This article discusses some common causes of lower back pain and their treatment from a TCM point of view.
back • pain • strain • muscles • kidneys
Acupuncture and Reiki
A brief look at acupuncture, a healing modality which originated in China some five thousand years ago and has been adopted by western practitioners.
acupuncture • healing modalities • complementary medicine • reiki. acupuncturists • korean hand acupuncture
A brief look at acupuncture, a healing modality which originated in China some five thousand years ago and has been adopted by western practitioners.
acupuncture • healing modalities • complementary medicine • reiki. acupuncturists • korean hand acupuncture
Acupuncture Treatments
This ancient, Asian treatment is gaining ground with Western practioners
acupuncture • qi • life force pathways • body energy • body pathways
This ancient, Asian treatment is gaining ground with Western practioners
acupuncture • qi • life force pathways • body energy • body pathways
Ginger - a Homeopathic Medicine
Ginger is a great plant to grow, as well as one that has been used in homeopathic and natural healing. Learn more about growing and using ginger.
grow ginger rhizomes • uses of ginger • zingiber officinale • alpina sanderae • zerumber
Ginger is a great plant to grow, as well as one that has been used in homeopathic and natural healing. Learn more about growing and using ginger.
grow ginger rhizomes • uses of ginger • zingiber officinale • alpina sanderae • zerumber
Goji Berries and Ningxia Wolfberry
Goji grown in the Ningxia province of China are rich in minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, protein and healthy sugars that may support liver and pancreas and fight cancer.
ningxia province china • chinese ningxia wolfberry • tibetan goji berries berry • traditional chinese medicine remedies • healthy sugars to balance pancreas and blood sugar
Goji grown in the Ningxia province of China are rich in minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, protein and healthy sugars that may support liver and pancreas and fight cancer.
ningxia province china • chinese ningxia wolfberry • tibetan goji berries berry • traditional chinese medicine remedies • healthy sugars to balance pancreas and blood sugar
Hippocrates and Massage History
Some of the more interesting changes regarding the history of massage have a lot to do with the father of medicine, Hippocrates.
history of massage • massage techniques • massage therapy • hippocrates • massage
Some of the more interesting changes regarding the history of massage have a lot to do with the father of medicine, Hippocrates.
history of massage • massage techniques • massage therapy • hippocrates • massage
Shiatsu Therapy
Looking for massage training in Shiatsu Therapy? Find out why the Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy is the place to learn Japanese traditional Shiatsu.
shiatsu therapy • shiatsu massage training • techniques • canadian college of shiatsu therapy • japanese traditional shiatsu
Looking for massage training in Shiatsu Therapy? Find out why the Canadian College of Shiatsu Therapy is the place to learn Japanese traditional Shiatsu.
shiatsu therapy • shiatsu massage training • techniques • canadian college of shiatsu therapy • japanese traditional shiatsu
Three Healing Plants of China
Three plants have been revered in ancient and modern China for their healing properties: ginseng, green tea, and the Ningxia wolfberry.
lyceum barbarum l • most powerful antioxidant • chinese ningxia wolfberry antioxidant • panax ginseng • green tea antioxidant
Three plants have been revered in ancient and modern China for their healing properties: ginseng, green tea, and the Ningxia wolfberry.
lyceum barbarum l • most powerful antioxidant • chinese ningxia wolfberry antioxidant • panax ginseng • green tea antioxidant
What Are Meridians?
One of the pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians are invisible lines through the body that carry energy to every organ and system.
traditional chinese medicine tcm • energy meridians • body subtle energy field • donna eden energy medicine • touch for health
One of the pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians are invisible lines through the body that carry energy to every organ and system.
traditional chinese medicine tcm • energy meridians • body subtle energy field • donna eden energy medicine • touch for health
Manage Migraines with Acupuncture
Acupuncture may offer relief for those suffering from Migraines and Tension Headaches who want a more natural approach to treatment.
acupuncture for migraines • migraine remedies • acupuncture for headaches • migraine headache remedies • migraine headache causes
Acupuncture may offer relief for those suffering from Migraines and Tension Headaches who want a more natural approach to treatment.
acupuncture for migraines • migraine remedies • acupuncture for headaches • migraine headache remedies • migraine headache causes
Natural Allergy Treatment
Butterbur extract reduces allergy symptoms and is a natural cure for asthma.
natural remedies for allergies • natural cure for asthma • butterbur extract • acupuncture cure • natural allergy relief
Butterbur extract reduces allergy symptoms and is a natural cure for asthma.
natural remedies for allergies • natural cure for asthma • butterbur extract • acupuncture cure • natural allergy relief
Acupuncture Frequently Asked Questions
Answers some of the common questions about acupuncture including: What is acupuncture good for? What's involved in having an acupuncture treament? How many treatments will I need? Does it hurt? How do I find a practitioner?
acupuncture • needles • points • treatment • china
Answers some of the common questions about acupuncture including: What is acupuncture good for? What's involved in having an acupuncture treament? How many treatments will I need? Does it hurt? How do I find a practitioner?
acupuncture • needles • points • treatment • china
Chinese Herbal Medicine Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about Chinese herbal medicine including: What is it good for? How do I take it? Is it safe to take? How do I find a practitioner?
herbal • chinese • herbs • formulas • harmony
Answers to frequently asked questions about Chinese herbal medicine including: What is it good for? How do I take it? Is it safe to take? How do I find a practitioner?
herbal • chinese • herbs • formulas • harmony
Healing and the Martial Arts: a Book Review
A book review of "A Tooth From The Tiger's Mouth," a book covering Chinese healing methods as used by doctors and martial artists in the East.
healing • injuries • injury • sprain • health
A book review of "A Tooth From The Tiger's Mouth," a book covering Chinese healing methods as used by doctors and martial artists in the East.
healing • injuries • injury • sprain • health
Kudos for Kudzu?
Bane of the South, or beneficial medicine? You'll be surprised at how many ways this vine can work FOR you! Read on to learn more...
kudzu • herb • herbal • herbalism • herbalist
Bane of the South, or beneficial medicine? You'll be surprised at how many ways this vine can work FOR you! Read on to learn more...
kudzu • herb • herbal • herbalism • herbalist
Lesser Known TCM Techniques
Do you know what cupping or scraping is? What about moxibustion? What people read and hear about Chinese medicine is usually to do with acupuncture or herbal therapy. This and following articles introduce some lesser known but equally effective TCM methods of treatment.
cupping • stagnation • glass • blood • pain
Do you know what cupping or scraping is? What about moxibustion? What people read and hear about Chinese medicine is usually to do with acupuncture or herbal therapy. This and following articles introduce some lesser known but equally effective TCM methods of treatment.
cupping • stagnation • glass • blood • pain
New Age Healers?
How New Age are natural healing methods such as aromatherapy, herbalism, Reiki, hypnosis and other techniques that appear to be popping up all over the place?
holistic • therapy • new • age • healing
How New Age are natural healing methods such as aromatherapy, herbalism, Reiki, hypnosis and other techniques that appear to be popping up all over the place?
holistic • therapy • new • age • healing
Restless Legs of Fibromyalgia
A description of restless legs, yet another symptom of Fibromyalgia, and some of the natural things that will help.
restless • legs • fibromyalgia • fibro • natural
A description of restless legs, yet another symptom of Fibromyalgia, and some of the natural things that will help.
restless • legs • fibromyalgia • fibro • natural
TCM and Stress
The stress of living in our fast-paced, highly competitive and rapidly changing world, is increasingly taking its toll on us and many we know. Read on to discover how TCM can help to restore physical and emotional balance to your body.
stress • depression • anxiety • frustration • herbal
The stress of living in our fast-paced, highly competitive and rapidly changing world, is increasingly taking its toll on us and many we know. Read on to discover how TCM can help to restore physical and emotional balance to your body.
stress • depression • anxiety • frustration • herbal
TCM and the Common Cold
Are you one of many people who often catch colds or whatever "bug" is going around at the time? This article will tell you how Chinese medicine not only treats these extremely common ailments but also prevents them from occuring.
herbal • colds • hot • damp • dry
Are you one of many people who often catch colds or whatever "bug" is going around at the time? This article will tell you how Chinese medicine not only treats these extremely common ailments but also prevents them from occuring.
herbal • colds • hot • damp • dry
Various Health Therapies
Expand your knowledge of the various types of medical treatments and modalities which are available. With knowledge, you can take a more active role in the management of your own health and the health of your family. This article will give you an introduction to some of the more non-traditional methods of health care and explain what they are. You owe it to yourself to investigate and learn.
health • medicine • naturalist • traditional • practitioner
Expand your knowledge of the various types of medical treatments and modalities which are available. With knowledge, you can take a more active role in the management of your own health and the health of your family. This article will give you an introduction to some of the more non-traditional methods of health care and explain what they are. You owe it to yourself to investigate and learn.
health • medicine • naturalist • traditional • practitioner
Hepatitis C Conference in San Francisco
The HCV Global Foundation's 4th Annual HCV Conference will be held in San Francisco on August 10 - 13, 2000.
hcv • conference • hepatitis c • hepatitis • hcv
The HCV Global Foundation's 4th Annual HCV Conference will be held in San Francisco on August 10 - 13, 2000.
hcv • conference • hepatitis c • hepatitis • hcv
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