Traditional Chinese Medicine: Practical Manipulations of Moxibustion DVD

February 25th, 2008

moxibustion_Trerapy_DVD.jpgMoxibustion is an oriental medicine therapy utilizing moxa, or mugwort herb.

This film will detailed introduce the practical manipulations of moxibustion and its application, methods of spotting acupoints and the importance of prudence in operation. Supplemented by on-the-spot lecture and demonstration on the part of famous experts, it’s easier for people to understand, follow and acquire. 

It plays an important role in the traditional medical systems of China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Tibet, and Mongolia.

Suppliers usually age the mugwort and grind it up to a fluff; practitioners burn the fluff or process it further into a stick that resembles a (non-smokable) cigar. Read the rest of this entry »

Sunrise Tai Chi (YMAA) DVD (2005) Amazon.com Sales Rank #1 Movies & TV->Fitness & Yoga-> Tai Chi

February 18th, 2008

sunrise-taichi_small.jpgTed Kaptchuk, Harvard Professor, Author of ‘The Web That Has No Weaver’
“Deeply versed, passionate, and informed…commited and caring teacher.”

Product Description
AWAKEN, HEAL, AND STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY, MIND, AND SPIRITLet the sun shine in! Master-teacher Ramel Rones gently guides you through the morning with a series of powerful mind/body exercises that awaken the senses, stimulate the mind, and fill your body and Spirit with abundant energy.

Captured in high-definition at the beautiful Harvard University Arboretum, this simplified, short Tai Chi sequence is practiced to both the left and right for balance. Sunrise Tai Chi was created as a comprehensive introduction to authentic Tai Chi, which will allow you to fine-tune your practice before moving on to more complex Tai Chi. It includes suggestions for intermediate and advanced students, to help you grow and improve over time.

Each day, millions of people worldwide practice Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan), which has been known for centuries to promote deep relaxation, excellent health, & to prevent injuries & illness. Read the rest of this entry »

How Traditional Chinese Health Beliefs and Chinese Culture Influence Health and Illness?

January 21st, 2008

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Traditional Chinese health beliefs adopt a holistic view emphasizing the importance of environmental factors in increasing risk of disease. According to Quah (1985), these factors influence the balance of body’s harmony, yin and yang. These are two opposite but complementary forces and, together with qi (vital energy), they control the universe and explain the relationship between people and their surroundings. Imbalance in these two forces, or in the qi, results in illness. Read the rest of this entry »

Relieve Allergies Naturally

January 21st, 2008

Note with any herbal remedy, please consult your medical physicians and a trained herbalist as to the appropriateness of using herbs.

Natural Antihistamines

Custom Chinese herbal formulations can be one of the most effective ways to relieve allergies with long lasting results. A trained herbalist will use bulk herbs that are free of preservatives and other impurities to create a formulation which can be decocted into a tea. These formulations help to heal the root of overactive immune system responses to reduce allergies symptoms gradually over time. Read the rest of this entry »

Programs in Acupuncture – Needling to Healing

January 21st, 2008

http://tcmtracker.com/wp-content/uploads/disease/needling_healing.gifFind Programs in Acupuncture in the United States and Canada. In North America, there are several programs in acupuncture from which to choose. While many acupuncture schools and colleges provide a standard education in acupuncture and Oriental medicine Read the rest of this entry »