Chinese medicine

Herbs have played a significant role in human health for a long time. If you have used them before, you have probably come across ginseng, a highly valued herb. It is a short plant with fleshy roots. This plant has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries. Though there...

The Bencao Gangmu, also known as the Compendium of Materia Medica, is a Chinese medical book written hundreds of years ago. The text is divided into numerous chapters and is considered one of the most crucial Chinese medical texts. To find out exactly what this text is all about...

Lingzhi, also known as reishi or ganoderma, is a type of mushroom native to Asia and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for millenniums. It is believed to improve one’s overall wellness and longevity. Today this is one of the most expensive mushrooms on the market, and to...

Chinese medicine boasts over 300 herbs used to cure various conditions and maintain general body health. This traditional practice dates back to 2,200 years, but the first written record is seen in the 3rd century BCE. The practice has infiltrated Western culture and continues to be widely used to date....

Mugwort is the general term for the plants in the Artemisia genus. Cultures around the world have been using herbs for many purposes, including Chinese culture. In China, the mugwort is known famously for its medicinal and culinary uses. In this article, we will explore the mugwort plant in...

Have you been experiencing a high-stress level and looking for ways to relieve it? You are probably considering therapy. One of the types of therapy that can help you relieve stress is Shiatsu. It is a Chinese acupressure massage style that means finger pressure. In today’s post, we will...

Thanks to the thousands of years Chinese societies have existed, various medical techniques have come up in their history – many of which you be unfamiliar with. Moxibustion is among them, and we will investigate its origins, as well as its treatment process, and whether it is compatible with...

One of the most fascinating healing procedures that is copied from traditional Chinese medicine is the Gua Sha, and it has gained massive popularity across the globe over the years. This muscular scrapping technique is considered the magic of East Asia and it boasts several benefits. Supposedly it makes...

China is among the countries known for its holistic healing approach to treatment. Acupuncture is especially the most associated form of holistic treatment in China. While the idea of being poked by needles might seem like too painful a procedure, many people around the world, and not just in...

Traditional Chinese Medicine is an ancient yet continuous medical system that has been used by the Chinese people for years to diagnose, and treat different infections and diseases. Traditional Chinese Medicine is based on the popular belief that the vital energy in one’s body, which is referred to as...