David Jirard

Warming Effects of 6 Drinks

When the temperature outside is very cold, it is a pleasure to drink something hot to get warm, but do you know which hot drink keeps you warm the longest? A Japanese television program ranked 6 hot drinks by their warming effect and found that ginger tea, the drink most commonly thought to be the ...

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Two cups of cocoa.

Avoid These 3 Foods for Autumn Health

At the beginning of autumn, the weather starts to become cooler and the air gets drier. As a result, the body will have some reactions. The dry conditions during this season easily wear out the body’s fluids, especially in the elderly. A proper diet for autumn health is based on moisturizing and nourishing one’s Yin ...

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Tree leaves changing color in autumn.

Prevent Cancer With Napa Cabbage

People in northern China understand that napa cabbage detoxifies. It detoxifies so well that it can even help prevent cancer. Stewed tofu with napa cabbage is a commonly served dish, especially after high consumption of thick-flavored fish and meat. It may not look that good to some people, but it is great for detoxifying. This ...

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Chopped napa cabbage.

The Secrets to Longevity in Okinawa

According to the 2020 census by the Japanese Ministry of Health, the people of Okinawa live an average of 83.85 years (80.27 for men, 87.44 for women). Among every 100,000 people, there are 68 centenarians in Okinawa, more than three times the longevity found in U.S. populations of the same size. Not only that, people ...

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Man sitting on an Okinawan beach fishing at sunset.

6 Ways Grapes Promote Longevity and Anti-Aging

Not only are they delicious and high in nutritional value, but grapes are also great anti-aging food. In addition, while their sugar content is high, they have a low glycemic index, meaning people with diabetes can enjoy them in moderation. 6 known health benefits of eating grapes 1. Anti-aging They are rich in anthocyanins and ...

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Grapes growing on a vine.

The Best Ways to Drink Water

Most people do not know the best ways to drink water and have formed unhealthy habits when it comes to drinking water. Overdrinking and underdrinking water can cause problems. The healthiest ways to drink water Slowly sip a glass of warm water after getting up The body is dehydrated after a night of metabolism. At ...

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Pouring a glass of water.

7 Fruits That Relieve Dry Eyes

As many of us are already aware, looking at a computer screen or phone for extended periods will cause dry eyes. The retina of the eye has a photosensitive substance known as rhodopsin. The light from a screen will damage the eyes, and after a long time, the eyes will feel tired, dry, and itchy. ...

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A woman holding two slices of papaya over her eyes.

The Best Foods for Lung Care in Autumn

According to the Chinese Lunar calendar, autumn has arrived, and it won’t be too long before the weather starts getting cooler. The five elements theory in traditional Chinese medicine posits that autumn is closely related to your lungs, and the focus of your health at this time of the year should be on adequate lung ...

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White fungus and lotus soup.

The Curative Effects of Foot Baths

These days soaking one’s feet in hot water is generally used as a way to relax, but foot baths can be used for much more than that. Since ancient times, foot baths have been widely used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for health preservation and treatment. Several medical studies have shown that foot baths help ...

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Taking a foot bath.

Lengthen Your Life by Changing 5 Bad Habits

How long you live is not only determined by genetic factors, nutrition, access to medical care, and physical environment, but also by your habits. If you stop bad habits and develop good habits, you can lengthen your life by up to 10 years longer. Stop these 5 bad habits to lengthen your life 1. Staying ...

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Two elderly cyclists astride their bicycles stop to give each other a high-five.