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Goji Berries: Great Nourishment for Kidneys and Eyes

Goji berries are also known as the “fruit of the gods.” In ancient books, it is said that long-term consumption of goji berries can help one maintain a light and youthful body. Those with a poor complexion, sleep problems, backaches, hair loss, nearsightedness, or night blindness can consume goji berries with other food to improve ...

Mikel Davis

A bowl of goji berries.

5 Types of Flower Tea to Improve Your Health and Wellbeing

Are you a female under stress? Do you find yourself working overtime? Not getting enough sleep? Well, ladies, a cup of flower tea may be just what the doctor ordered to help improve your health and wellbeing.  In today’s fast-paced society, women often work long days. Whether it be their jobs, needing to care for ...

Tatiana Denning

A cup of rose tea.

The Good Health and Longevity of Li Qing Yun

According to legend, Li Qing Yun was a traditional Chinese medicine physician, herbal expert, qigong master, and tactical consultant. In May 1933, Time magazine reported on him in an article entitled Tortoise-Sparrow-Dog, in which he revealed his secrets for longevity: Maintain a tranquil mind, sit like a turtle, walk like a sparrow, and sleep like a dog. Li Qing Yun’s secrets ...

Max Lu

Li Qing Yun.

8 Super Simple Things You Can Do to Maintain Liver Health

Liver health is often overlooked by many people, especially those who do not drink alcohol. Most people believe alcohol is the only factor that can have a negative effect on this organ. However, many other factors can influence its function. In this article, we shall look at four simple exercises you can do every day ...

Hermann Rohr

Two young Asian couples enjoying drinks.

An Introduction to 6 Important Ingredients Used in TCM

Contrary to popular beliefs, TCM (traditional Chinese medicine) consists of a sensible diet. Chinese medicine’s practice is to intake certain foods that help keep the body balanced. The whole diet of TCM involves the intake of herbs, fruits, and pulses (dry peas, chickpeas, beans, lentils) with great health benefits. These foods have proven scientific health ...

Mike West

Ginseng root and extract.

Here’s How Chrysanthemum Tea Can Benefit Your Eyes

Chrysanthemums, also known as mums or chrysanths, can be made into a tea that can be beneficial for your eyes. Chrysanthemum tea is especially good for those who use a computer for a prolonged period of time. However, there are some considerations to keep in mind when making chrysanthemum tea. Best way to drink chrysanthemum tea Always start ...

Raven Montmorency

Chinese chrysanthemum tea in a unique glass teapot.

Red Dates: Why We Love Them!

Why, you may ask, do Chinese people love consuming red dates so much? It is because this wonderful little fruit is nutrient-rich and possesses elements that are essential for improving your immunity. Since they are so nutritious, they have been made into a variety of products. The most common ones include instant tea bags, jam, and ...

Emma Lu

Closeup of a woman's outstretched hands filled with red dates.

Traditional Chinese Medicine: 5 Foods Recommended for Women

With so many healthy diet theories flying around these days, it can be hard to know what is actually good for your body. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a completely different view of food, one that’s been established for thousands of years. There are certain foods recommended for women. However, just like we all have ...

Emma Lu

Chinese wild yams.

8 Red Foods to Eat in Summer

Eating red foods in summer is very important. The summer heat tests your tolerance and temper, and you can get irritable and lose your head more easily. This can lead to a drop in your immunity, which can induce the onset of various diseases, especially cardiovascular disease. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), there is the ...

David Jirard

Eating red foods in summer help the heart (Image: Christopher Paquette via Flickr / CC BY 2.0 )

6 Anti-Fatigue Foods

Human organs work 24 hours a day non-stop, which is very hard. After working for a long time, fatigue will set in. How to relieve this? It is necessary to consume anti-fatigue foods for different types of organ fatigue. 6 anti-fatigue foods to relieve organ fatigue 1. Brain fatigue: Eat walnuts If the brain is ...

Helen London

Breakfast table set with a bowl of rolled oats, bananas, mango and milk in the bottle on pale purple and light blue linen placemats.