November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. I was surprised to learn that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Since there are no tests for early detection, we should educate ourselves to know what signs and symptoms to look for. This article covers the basics to shine a spotlight on […]
Acupuncture
The Cold Prevention Kitchen Herb
Cold Prevention Kitchen Herb Here’s how to prevent getting a cold 85% of the time using the kitchen herb dried orange peels. You make a tea by cooking them in water with a little honey to cut the bitterness of the peel. A kitchen herb is something commonly used in cooking that most of us […]
The Nervous System’s Functions
We need to lay out an overview of the nervous system’s functions before moving on to our series on stress, anxiety and depression and what you can do to find real and long-lasting relief. The nervous system functions as the body’s communication system, the superhighway of a vast network of nerves that connect in a […]
Taoist Breathing Method
The air we breath contributes to our general well-being, but we don’t often think about that in the context of nutrition. Yes, nutrition! Air is a form of nutrient in both biomedicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The exchange of gases occurs in the lungs, where oxygen (O2) is inhaled and carbon dioxide (CO2) […]
Keep Moving!
Science has established we need to keep moving everyday, and the latest research shows that 150 minutes a week, or about 25 minutes a day is the sweet spot for the general population. Interestingly, the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York recommends 30-60 minutes daily exercise for healthy people, and 30 minutes a day for cancer patients. […]