by Brian Benjamin Carter, MS, LAc
Antibiotic overuse (especially for the common cold) has led to antibiotic resistance. Natural antibiotics and anti viral herbs that may boost immune system are discussed, plus the types of cold and flu, and cough and cold in a weak immune system.  (more…)
By Brian Benjamin Carter
Allergy medications like Allegra and Nasacort are one way to go if you need an allergy medication. Another general allergy relief product is the Chinese Herbal Medicine, Jade Windscreen. Traditionally, it is indicated for allergy prevention and frequent colds. This Q&A about child allergy gives information about all of this, and discusses the plum flower brand herb formula made by the Mayway Corp. (more…)
By: Acufinder Magazine
Older adults at risk of shingles may get as much immunity to the varicella-zoster virus (VCV) as the VCV vaccine provides by adding tai chi, the ancient Chinese exercise system, to their exercise program. But the new study from the National Institutes of Health also reports that tai chi appears to significantly increase the effectiveness of the varicella vaccine, as well, giving even greater immunity to those who receive the vaccine and participated in a tai chi program. (more…)