TCM Health Care

The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, affiliated to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States, recommends 6 effective ways to prolong life and improve health.

By listening to a person’s voice, we can roughly understand the deficiency and solidity of the five internal organs. Generally speaking, the voice of people with strong and abundant essence and qi is high-pitched and loud. People with weak essence and qi have a low voice.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the pathogenesis of children’s constipation is mainly deficiency of qi and yin, imbalance of liver and spleen, and excess heat and dryness. Treatment should be based on syndrome differentiation.

In the view of traditional Chinese medicine, only when the menstrual cycle, menstrual volume, color, and texture meet the requirements can menstruation be considered normal. No matter which item does not meet the standard, it is considered abnormal menstruation. Chinese medicine judges the type according to the menstrual reaction, and the regulatory methods are also different.

As the saying goes, “cold from feet”, in spring to remove moisture and cold, hot water foot bath is a good choice, not only can eliminate fatigue during the day, promote blood circulation, but also effectively prevent varicose veins, many benefits. 

The occurrence of stroke is not accidental, and the development of the disease is always related to our daily habits and physical condition. If middle-aged and elderly individuals want to avoid the “minefield” of stroke, they should take preventive measures in daily life, avoid risk factors for stroke, improve their quality of life, and enjoy their later years in good health.

In summary, patients with hypertension should maintain regular daily routines, avoid excessive physical labor, avoid extreme temperatures in winter and summer, cherish their essence and vitality, abstain from excessive sexual activities, keep emotions in balance, eat a light and balanced diet with moderate salt intake, in order to better control blood pressure.

Lack of sleep is the most direct cause of sleepiness. Through years of clinical observation, it has been found that people who consistently lack sleep tend to have poor complexion, dull memory, and weakened immune system, and may age faster than others.

Chinese herbal medicine is not 100% harmless, and must be used reasonably and under the guidance of a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.

Nourishing the spleen and stomach is crucial. It is recommended to consume foods with spleen-nourishing effects on a daily basis, such as crucian carp, beef, glutinous rice, shiitake mushrooms, and carrots. Keep a happy mood and manage emotions well, avoiding being overly calculating.