In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), emotions and physical health are intimately connected. This integrated mind-body approach to health and healing operates in a dynamic loop where emotions impact the health of the body and vice versa.
Can Acupuncture Help Improve Immunity?
The whole perspective of traditional Chinese medicine; of which acupuncture is a part of; is to act as part of a holistic health maintenance and preventative regime rather than merely as a response to an illness or injury after it happens.
Health & Pain Relief With Gua Sha (Video)
Getting bruised to feel better? Yes. That’s exactly what’s happening here. It’s a therapy for pain that draws stagnant blood to the surface of the skin leaving red and pink bruise marks. No, it’s not torture but an ancient Chinese technique called “Gua Sha” used to treat muscle and tendon soreness.
Are Cupping Blisters Harmful?
Cupping therapy has a long history in traditional medicine especially in Asian countries. Cupping marks can last a few days to a few weeks. In rare cases, clear or yellowish colored blisters may result. Studies have shown that these blisters contain several proteins which are involved in the activation of the immune system and tissue repair.
TCM Views On Factors That Affect Our Weight
As in most health-related issues, we want a magic bullet. People with migraines want to understand what one thing is triggering their headaches. People with anxiety want a quick fix. And people who want to lose weight want the miracle food that will melt away their fat forever. The good news is that once you understand that there is no single reason you are tipping the scale to new heights, it becomes easier to take baby steps that compound over time and will yield results.
