Both water and fire are very common and important substances in nature, as the “尚書” (one of the Five Classics of ancient Chinese literature) said: ” Water and fire are the food and drink of the people. ” Water and fire have their own characteristics. Water is calm, cold in nature, and tends to moisturize […]
Category Archives: Emotion and Mood
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Aug
Aug
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disease characterised by oligomenorrhea or anovulation, hyperandrogenism (manifested by menstrual disorders, hirsutism, acne, etc.) and insulin resistance (manifested by elevated insulin). It is a common endocrine disease of reproductive-age women, accounting for about 9% to 18% of all women in this age group. The cause of polycystic ovarian syndrome is […]
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May
May
The menopause is a natural part of ageing that usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age, as a woman’s oestrogen levels decline. In the UK, the average age for a woman to reach the menopause is 51. But around 1 in 100 women experience the menopause before 40 years of age. Even though peri-menopause […]
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Apr
Apr
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a holistic and comprehensive system of health that views the body in accordance with nature. It puts the utmost importance on lifestyle choices and nutrition, and if these fail to bring the body into balance then it is time to look into herbs and acupuncture. In TCM there is no […]
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Apr
Apr
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is the reportedly safer alternative to surgery or Botox. This cosmetic treatment is an extension of traditional acupuncture. It’s said to naturally help make the skin look younger, smoother, and all-around healthier. And unlike injection procedures, facial acupuncture addresses not only signs of ageing, but also the skin’s overall health. The main […]
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Feb
Feb
A systematic Cochrane review supports acupuncture for a migraine: A systematic review of acupuncture for migraine prophylaxis, conducted by Cochrane in 2016, included 4,985 participants in 25 randomised controlled trials, firmly placing it among the most well-studied treatments. The review found that adding acupuncture to symptomatic treatment of attacks reduces the frequency of headaches. […]
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Jan
Jan
” After being diagnosed with PCOS and struggling with fertility issues for 2 years, I decided to take a holistic approach to my health issues and visit Dr Han. I opted for a course of acupuncture and herbs initially.
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Sep
Sep
Period pain is common and a normal part of your menstrual cycle. Up to 20% of women suffer from cramping severe enough to interfere with daily activities – and many menstruating women grimace through their pain in silence. For women who do speak up, their pain is often downplayed or ignored. A new study […]
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Aug
Aug
Neck pain could be caused by sleeping in an awkward position, having bad posture, or by using a computer for too long. A new study evaluating a form of Chinese massage, TuiNa, in patients with chronic neck pain found it to be effective, safe, and cost-effective compared to no treatment. The study, which assessed intensity […]
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Oct
Oct
A new research suggests women could halve the number of hot flushes they endure by turning to acupuncture.