In the last article, I wrote about Sciatica and pain related to the sciatic nerve. Lumbago, or lower back pain through the lumbar area, is often combined with Sciatica as they both have common causes for pain.
Read MoreSi Gua, or the Loofa, is a cooling fruit that is great for summer time. Here is a recipe for Si Gua and Fish Ball Soup, and its variation: Si Gua Tofu Soup and Bamboo Shoot Fish Ball soup.
Read MoreAnother quick and healthy dish from Ah ma's kitchen (grandma's kitchen) in Taiwan - knotted seaweed salad with bean curd and herbal seasoning.
Read MoreAnother dish from my mother's kitchen - Oyster soup. It is a popular home cooking in Taiwan where seafood is abundant.
Read MoreCall it acupressure, massage or Tui-Na, the use of little tools can make the process less work and more result. It saves time and energy for better effect. Here is my favorite tools and books for everyday acupressure.
Read MoreThe other day, someone asked me about the mindset they should be in while practicing Tai Chi. I explained the concept of Song to them, but they wanted something they could relate to at the moment. As it's difficult to explain, as it's something you experience, I wanted to talk about something I've started called the "10 Seconds of Peace" and how it can help you experience what meditation is like.
Read MoreNiu Bang (Burdock Root) is a super food that is also called "poor men's Ginseng". It is a funny looking long root but can be easy to cook and taste yummy.
Read MoreIn this article, we'll begin talking about back pain and the different types. One of the more common forms of back pain I see in the clinic is caused by Sciatica or pain from the sciatic nerve. When dealing with TCM though, there are two different types of pain from sciatica.
Read More10 popular Taiwanese food to try if you ever have a chance to visit Taiwan. Most are street food and local snacks.
Read MoreIn this article, I will be talking about another pain problem I see in the clinic. Knee pain. This type of pain is common with athletes and it can take them out of the game for a while.
Read MoreIn this article, we'll be discussing cases related to shoulder pain that I treatment with Acupuncture. Two of the cases are related to the article about shoulder pain last week, but the last one is a little different the way the pain presented itself.
Read MorePart 3 of the "Treating Pain with TCM Series" is about shoulder pain. Many people develop "frozen shoulder" or "fifty shoulders" when they get older. Some people might get shoulder injury from sports or accidents. What can TCM treat without the drug, injection or surgery?
Read MoreI would focus on the 9 sectors of Flying Star chart first, unless there is a special direction such as Tai Sui. The 24 mountain facing direction and construction year is good for finding your specific house chart. Different Feng Shui schools have different charts and focus. It can get too complicated or confusing. Don’t worry about that for now.
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