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What is Ginkgo Biloba?
Dec 30, 2008
Ginkgo biloba is a well known herbal medicine that is particularly popular for the effect that it has on the brain. Whilst its leaves are widely used in the manufacture of conventional medicines, the plant's seed extracts also provide numerous benefits, especially...Everything You Need to Know About Cinnamon
Dec 28, 2008
Cinnamon is a well known spice used in cooking, but did you know that it can also be used therapeutically? Cinnamon actually has a wide range of health benefits. Read on to learn more. What is Cinnamon? Cinnamon, also known as sweet cinnamon, Ceylon...Asparagus Root and Natural Health Treatments
Aug 20, 2008
Asparagus, which has the scientific name Asparagus officinalis, is a popular vegetable used in a variety of dishes (like here, here and here). Serve asparagus shoots stir-fried, steamed, grilled, or toss it in soups or pasta dishes — it can be prepared...Health Benefits of Ginger
Aug 08, 2008
Ginger is an herb that is deemed to be useful for various things – from relieving migraines to motion sickness. Read this article to find out more. Ginger Nutrition Facts In 100 grams (g) of fresh ginger root, there are: 79 calories 17.86 g of...Moxibustion 101: What is Moxibustion Therapy?
Jun 22, 2008
Moxibustion therapy is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment that assists in expeling cold and damp from the body. Also, It is useful in helping with various health conditions, such aches, colds and flu, and even poor digestion. Read this...Natural Therapies for Endometriosis
Jun 05, 2008
Endometriosis is a condition in which the endometrium (the tissue that lines the uterus) is found in places outside the uterus. It is a painful condition that affects a surprising number of women, but the good news is that there are natural ways of...TCM Basics: What is Chi?
May 12, 2008
Chi is a fundamental concept of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and that which is encompassed within it, but what exactly is Chi? We find out below. Chi, pronounced "chee" and also spelt as qi, is the life giving energy that unites the body, mind, and...Everything You Need to Know About Laser Acupuncture
Apr 27, 2008
Are you one of those people that hates needles but has always wanted to try acupuncture? Try laser acupuncture – a form of acupuncture that works in the same way as traditional acupuncture but without using any needles at all. Recapping the Basics...Herbal Pick-Me-Ups to Boost Your Energy Level
Mar 31, 2008
Have you been feeling a little low on energy lately? Before you reach for the coffee or some other pick-me-up, consider using herbs for a much-needed boost. There are several different herbs that are great for increasing your energy and making you...Western Medicine vs. Chinese Medicine: Which is Better?
May 05, 2007
The debate continues as to which is better for the human body and could effectively combat various health conditions—Western medicine treatment protocols or traditional Chinese medicine. Although both have their own benefits, one outweighs the other...
