According to the theories of Oriental Medicine, the spirit (shen) resides within the heart and the brain. The spirit is affected by the overall mental and physical health of a person. If the spirit is damaged, both the mental and the physical functions of a person would be greatly compromised. Deterioration in mental functions may result in delirium and dementia with the decline in physical functions resembling complications of stroke. Therefore, the treatment for neurodegenerative disorders should focus on awakening up the spirit (shen), opening up the sensory orifices and stimulating the brain. (more…)
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Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders with Acupuncture
Friday, January 4th, 2008Chinese medicine: Schizandra Berry a Potent Adaptogenic Herb
Friday, December 21st, 2007
Instead of starting off your day with a cup of coffee, try some schizandra berry supplements to wake up your mind. And if you’re too stressed at night to sleep, don’t stay up watching late night television; take some schizandra berry supplements to calm you down. How can a single item have such apparently contradictory effects? (more…)
Choosing the Best Herb to Improve Memory
Friday, December 21st, 2007
When choosing a herb to improve memory, people usually want to know how fast will the effects appear, what the side effects are and what is the price of the treatment. They are recommended to make a comparison between the medicinal plants, in order to pick the best herb to improve memory. (more…)
Chinese Medicine Lends a Hand During Stress and Anxiety Month
Thursday, December 20th, 2007Whether we know it or not, stress and anxiety can affect us everyday, potentially causing serious health problems. However, studies show that Chinese medicine, which includes acupuncture, massage, Tai Chi and Qi Gong, can significantly help reduce stress. (more…)