13 Taboos to Avoid When Using Chopsticks
Chopsticks have been a part of Chinese life since ancient times. There are customs and rules for properly using chopsticks. These rules are very particular, but...
Ancient Chinese Secret: The 8 Trigrams of Bagua
The 8 trigrams of Bagua (八卦) are a set of ancient symbols with mystical meanings. These symbols pervade Chinese civilization. The eight trigrams have influ...
Using the Yin-Yang Theory to Pair Animals in the Chinese Zodiac
The Jade Emperor in Heaven held a race to determine the order of months when constructing the Chinese calendar. Thirteen different animals were invited, and 12 ...
Which Chinese Tea Is Best for You?
There are many types of Chinese tea, each with unique tastes and health-enhancing properties. Here are some benefits and practical uses of five common teas made...
Berberine: The Essence of the Golden Thread
Before going on long trips, it is common for Chinese people to assemble a set of Chinese herbal medicine pills in order to prepare themselves for minor medical ...
The History of Silk in Ancient China
Of all Chinese inventions, the history of silk (絲 sī) is perhaps the oldest. Traces of silk fabric have been found among remains from around 1300 B.C. The us...
