Health

With Face Masks All Across Europe, the UK Stays Undecided

Several countries across Europe have made face masks mandatory, either at all times when in public or at critical places like schools, stores, and so on. At present, the UK government has not imposed any such rules. However, the administration has announced they will be making a change in policy soon. Wearing face masks All ...

Jack Roberts

A woman wearing a cloth face mask.

The Health Benefits of Potatoes

The starch in potatoes is mainly a large molecular group that can be slowly absorbed by the body and make you feel full after eating. Being rich in dietary fiber, low in fat, and high in vitamins, potatoes are known as a perfect nutritional food and can prevent the three highs. Health benefits of potatoes ...

Helen London

Baking potatoes.

What Pregnant Women Should Know About the CCP Coronavirus

If pregnant women are infected by COVID-19, not only can it make the pregnancy period stressful, the risk of death and transmission of the virus could end up triggering an unmanageable mental burden as well. Here are some of the things pregnant women should know about the CCP coronavirus. Transmission risk for pregnant women “Emerging ...

Raven Montmorency

A pregnant woman holding her abdomen.

Who Can Avoid a Deadly Plague?

Ancient China was called the “Land of the Divine.” The Chinese had a saying: “There are deities a yard (three feet) above your head,” which meant there were many of them close to humans. Everything in this world is controlled and arranged by divine beings. In the face of the CCP virus, how is it ...

Helen London

A sign with the word 'Pandemic.'

How to Strengthen Your Immunity During the Pandemic

Strengthening your immune system is an important foundation for keeping your body healthy and preventing disease. In light of today’s CCP coronavirus pandemic, let’s take a look at some recommendations given by a Chinese medicine physician for improving your body’s immunity. Chen Fumin, a doctor of Chinese medicine, shares some simple ideas that you can start doing today. Get plenty of sleep to strengthen ...

Raven Montmorency

An acupuncture dummy.

Scientists Discover Bacteria Responsible for Kimchi Fermentation

If you are a fan of Korean cuisine, you will be familiar with kimchi, which is basically the mascot of fermented foods. Scientists have always known that it is rich in microbes. Now, a study from the World Institute of Kimchi (WiKim) sheds light on the influence of various bacteria found in the food. Kimchi ...

Raven Montmorency

A bowl of kimchi.

Study Finds Holistic Approach Best When Tackling Non-Medical Drug Use

Health practitioners are constantly developing new ways to help those with drug and alcohol addictions wean themselves from their substance of choice. Most such programs have limited success, however. A new study finds that interventions that take a multidimensional approach — tackling the biological, social, environmental, and mental health obstacles to overcome while also addressing ...

Troy Oakes

A woman meditating at the beach.

5 Common Sense Precautions to Protect Your Home From the CCP Virus

The outbreak of the CCP virus has made people hesitate to go out because they are afraid that they might bring the virus back home. In fact, the virus can be warded off if the route of transmission can be cut. Self-protection steps against the CCP virus 1. Take off your shoes The bottom of ...

Audrey Wang

A woman with a hoodie wearing a face mask.

Sleep Better With These Traditional Chinese Medicine Tricks

Want to find a way to sleep better? Sleeplessness is an issue that affects many people. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has its own explanation for insomnia and other sleep disorders, offering an alternative understanding of the underlying cause of the problem. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and sleep TCM sees sleep disorders as being caused by ...

Emma Lu

A woman sleeping with her dog.

6 Reasons Why Apple Cider Vinegar Is Good for You

Apple cider vinegar is made by adding yeast to apple juice. This turns the sugar in the juice into alcohol. Eventually, bacteria convert the alcohol into acetic acid, which gives the vinegar its strong smell and sour flavor. Apple cider vinegar is usually used as a salad dressing. Since it is an acid, you should ...

Raven Montmorency

Three red apples sitting on a table.