The theory of five elements is an ancient philosophical thought that studies the concept, characteristics, and laws of the five elemental energies of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. The five-element theory is used to explain the occurrence, development, change, and interrelationship of everything in the universe. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) applies the theory of…
Japan’s Inflation Is Not Different From Other G6 Countries
While the market is anticipating and central banks are planning to slow down the pace of monetary tightening, there are signs of inflation rebounding in Australia and the U.S. (the core month-over-month inflation accelerated recently). Japan is the only advanced economy doing nothing in the face of such a trend. Japan’s inflation change over the…
Cold Hands and Feet: Common Causes and Effective Remedies
During chilly weather, some people put on many layers of clothing to stay warm. Although their body may feel warmer—their hands and feet might remain cold. From a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) perspective, this is seen as a typical phenomenon of insufficient “qi” (vital energy) and blood. Many Chinese herbal medicines can replenish qi and…
Understanding the ‘Meridians’ in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Meridians (Jing-Luo in Chinese medicine), are the paths or routes that run “qi” (vital energy) and blood lengthways through the entire body. Meridians connect all the organs, limbs, five sense organs, and nine body orifices—they communicate interior, exterior, and upper and lower sides of the body. They are the main trunk of the body system…
Hitting One Vulnerable Spot in the Chest May Cause Cardiac Arrest
February 22, 2023
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You may have seen scenes like this in Chinese martial arts movies: The fighter kills the opponent with a single punch. There is in fact truth to this. The human body does have points of vulnerability, points where a hard blow could cause cardiac arrest and even kill the person. A Severe Blow to the…
Hong Kong Must Face the CCP to Win Back Democracy: Activist
February 22, 2023
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A Hong Kongnese activist has called for the youth of Hong Kong to get involved with democracy and to face the realities of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) if they want universal suffrage and real democracy. Elmer Yuen—also known as “Papa Yuen”—an entrepreneur and political commentator who gained widespread respect in the pro-democracy Hong Kong…
China-Made Movies Flop in Hong Kong as Local Film Industry Makes Comeback
On the first day of the lunar Chinese New Year of 2023, two major mainland Chinese blockbusters, the historical drama “Full River Red” and the sci-fi action movie “The Wandering Earth 2,” received extraordinary box office revenues in China. However, both China-made films flopped at the Hong Kong box office. Meanwhile, viewership for made-in-Hong-Kong films…
2 Food Therapies to Treat Cataracts and Glaucoma, Miraculous Remedies for Blindness
Electronic gadgets play an ever-essential role in our lives, but the blue light from digital devices harms our eyes. The improper physical posture while using electronic devices will also affect eye blood circulation. When we squint our eyes to look at a screen, the muscles in our shoulders and neck tense up, putting pressure on…
Can Hong Kong Still Say Hello Proudly?
Commentary Recently, the Hong Kong Tourist Board launched its “Hello Hong Kong” global campaign, which aims to relaunch Hong Kong in the wake of the COVID pandemic. Two promotion videos were produced, but whether they could serve the purpose is questionable. One is featured and narrated by chief executive John Lee Ka-chiu, who looks more…
Ancient Wisdom: Eating Local and Seasonal Food Is Better for Health
When I was studying macrobiotic diet therapy, I said that we should eat food that grows within 31 miles (50 kilometers) of our vicinity. Food produced within this area is the best fit for our bodies. There is also a directional aspect to consider. Because the direction of energy movement in the Southern Hemisphere and…
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