The mystery of the human body is vast and profound. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) believes that as finger and toenails are connected to the viscera through the meridians, monitoring their condition can help to interpret health signals of the body, and provide an early response to and relief of physical illnesses. Jonathan Liu, a TCM…
The Rise of the City of Knife Attacks
Commentary At the turn of 2023, two pieces of news about Hong Kong caught my attention. First, the government-sponsored new year countdown celebration was reportedly watched by three billion worldwide. In contrast to Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, which drew more than four billion views globally, people wonder how an unimpressive countdown of an increasingly Xinjiang-…
Former HR Trainer Quits Corporate Job and Finds New Meaning in Life as a Floral Designer
Feeling lost during the pandemic, corporate human resources trainer Vivian Mak found flower preservation as a way to nourish her soul. What began as a stress-relieving hobby soon became her new life. Mak’s friends were shocked when they learned she quit her job, became a floral designer, and started a floral studio. “You were never…
Ancient Herbal Decoction Can Improve Cognitive Function, Study Shows
Liu Jun Zi Tang, also known as the Six Major Herb Combo Decoction, is an enduring herbal prescription used in China and South Korea for more than 500 years. Historically, the decoction’s primary use has been to treat functional dyspepsia and depression—but a recent study of Korean medicine, published in the international academic journal Frontiers…
Guide to a Keto Diet: Benefits, Risks, and How It Works
As the new year begins, getting fit and healthy is one of the top resolutions around the world. Keto has become one of the trending weight loss approaches in recent years. But with so many diet plans available, is it the best one for you? What are the pros and cons of the keto diet?…
Study: Acupuncture Alleviates Lower Back and Pelvic Pain in Pregnant Women
Acupuncture, one branch of therapeutic practice unique in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has a long history of effectively treating pain. A new global research report shows that acupuncture can significantly relieve both the low back and pelvic pain in pregnant women. The latest research from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (GZUCM) and the Yunnan University of…
5 Types of Obesity According to TCM, Lose Weight Using Simple, Ancient Techniques
Obesity has become a ubiquitous condition of our times. It affects people’s appearance, self-esteem, and may pose a threat to physical health. What are the causative factors of obesity? Is there a one size fits all solution for the reduction of the condition? Dr. Yu Ya-wen, a Taiwanese traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner, provides different…
Hong Kong Born Doctor Died Suddenly in Australia
Dr. Wilson Chin, a 34-year-old Hong Kong-born physician, died on Dec. 24, 2022, on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Chin’s sudden death stirred comments on both mainstream and social media. Chin’s boss, Deon Raju, president of Pacific Pines MedCentres, confirmed Chin’s death to the Gold Coast Bulletin, a local newspaper in Australia. However, Raju did…
Angler Uses Hook and Line to Save Woman Who Fell into Water
On Dec. 25, a woman was seen floating in the water near the shore of Lobster Bay, Lung Ha Wan, Clear Water Bay, Hong Kong. A quick-thinking angler used his hook and line to bring her to shore. She was later taken to the hospital by the government’s rescue helicopter. To a request for information,…
Intermittent Fasting—9 Benefits and Best Practices
Through intermittent fasting and controlling the intake of calories, the human body can increase the amount and function of stem cells, which are vital to battle our normal aging process and reduce inflammation. What is intermittent fasting? What are the benefits of intermittent fasting? How do we know if we are suitable for doing intermittent…
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