Chinese Folktale: The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl

Chinese Valentine’s Day is celebrated on the 7th day of the 7th month of the lunar calendar. Amid the celebration, some recall the folktale that inspired this day — the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl. The folktale behind a Chinese tradition The tale of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl can be traced to Chinese ...

Emma Lu

The reunion of the weaver girl and the cowherd on the bridge of magpies. Artwork in the Long Corridor of the Summer Palace in Beijing.

Maintaining Mental Health During COVID-19 and Beyond

Mental health is essential because it is a vital part of life and impacts thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Mental well-being also includes psychological and social well-being. Mental well-being is vital throughout all stages of life, from childhood and adolescence to adulthood.  Mental health conditions can have a substantial effect on all aspects of life. Therefore, it ...

Katrina Hicks

A sad man wearing a blue.

3 Steps for a Younger Appearance

The condition of one’s skin, complexion, and hair have a considerable influence on a person’s appearance. Traditional Chinese medicine techniques include these three steps for maintaining a younger appearance. To have a younger appearance, follow these steps 1. Sleep at the right time When you have a dull skin tone, fine lines and spots, and ...

David Jirard

A Buddha statue lying on a bed.

How Chronic Stress Usually Leads to Weight Gain

Have you ever wondered why some people gain weight during periods of chronic stress, while others may lose it? You’ve likely heard the saying: “We only know what we know?” Well, that is especially true when it comes to the science of nutrition, which still keeps evolving. It was once believed that weight loss was ...

Sheridan Genrich

Lady on bed wearing white with her hands covering her face.

Longans: A Simple Fruit That Can Help Treat Insomnia

Longans are a wonderful and delicious fruit that can be used as a remedy for many health issues. People usually only eat them as a snack and often don’t know their valuable health benefits. Sometimes called a berry and sometimes called a nut, longans are actually neither. Instead, they are a fruit related to the lychee. They grow in ...

Emma Lu

Bunches of longans.

Food and Drinks for Joint Pain

Joints form the connections between bones. They provide support and help you move. Any damage to the joints from disease or injury can interfere with your movement and cause considerable joint pain. Cause of joint pain Joint pain is extremely common, especially as you age. In one national survey, about one-third of adults reported having joint ...

Emma Lu

Elderly man with knee pain.

7 Symptoms of Dehydration

It is important to recognize the symptoms of dehydration. In summer, dehydration can be a major problem. Not only water, but also important electrolytes such as sodium and potassium, may be lost from the body and it becomes essential to replace them. The dangers of dehydration  The main reason why people need to rehydrate when ...

Helen London

Close up of a glass of water being offered to someone by a child outdoors.

The Benefits of Eating Eggs Daily

What, if any, are the drawbacks or benefits of eating eggs? An egg is considered to be one of the most nutritionally complete foods. It is known as the “Complete Protein Model” by nutritionists. For many years, Western nutritionists believed that eating eggs was bad for patients with high cholesterol. But that no longer seems ...

Helen London

A basket of brown eggs.

Film Rights for ‘Revolution of Our Times’ Transferred Overseas

Hong Kong-based director Zhou Guanwei of the documentary Revolution of Our Times announced in his Facebook post on July 24, 2021, that the film rights and all its materials have been transferred overseas, and the holder of the copyright shall work with any distributor or platform that intends to represent or distribute the film. The ...

Michael Segarty

Revolution of Our Times.

Chinese Feng Shui Guidelines for Best Bed Position

Do you know the feng shui of your bed in relation to your health, your well-being, as well as the quality of your relationships? Here are some Chinese feng shui guidelines for the best bed position. Choosing the right bed Choosing a wooden bed and having a mattress with natural fiber, and cotton or linen ...

Emma Lu

Optimum bed and bedroom feng shui.