Morning vs Evening workouts: Which is better?

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Do you prefer to sweat it out first thing in the morning, or exercise in the evening as a way of winding down for the day? Or do you use your lunch hour as gym hour? Generally speaking, there is no right or wrong time to exercise – as long as you keep at it regularly, you will reap the benefits. But there are different benefits to working out at different times of the day.

Auriculotherapy

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Auriculotherapy has recently gained popularity as a home remedy for a variety of health conditions. Not sure how it works? You may be hearing of this treatment method for the very first time. Physician Kang Ting shares with us what it is and how it can be beneficial for your wellbeing.

Common Digestive Issues – How TCM can help?

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Did you know that most digestive problems are derived from our bad lifestyle habits, unhealthy diet and even stress. Physician Chelsea shares with us what steps we can take to prevent digestive issues and how TCM can help.

Stress management

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With us leading such hectic lives, stress has become inevitable. But is stress always bad for us? Surprisingly, the answer is no. Eustress is a term for good stress– it produces a positive feeling of excitement that keeps us motivated. On the other hand, when stress is much more than what we can handle, it becomes excessive and results in you being stressed out; i.e. distress.

Chinese New Year Health Tips 2021

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Chinese New Year is a time for family, friends, and of course, food! With all the feasting and endless treats, it may be tempting to indulge this festive season. Physicians Charlotte and Klaryce are here to share how popular CNY foods can affect your body from a TCM perspective, and how to take care of our health amidst the festivities!

Understanding Cough and its Remedies

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Coughing is your body’s natural reaction to clear irritants in your throat and airways. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, the lungs are delicate organs and are most susceptible to be affected by external pathogens or factors.

Physician Kang Ting shares with us acupoints that can help relieve the symptoms and other lifestyle tips.

TCM View of Sinusitis

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Sinus is the hollow cavities in the skull and are lined with soft tissue. Healthy sinuses are filled with air. However, if they become inflamed due to triggers such as viruses or bacteria, the soft tissues start to produce excessive amounts of yellow or green mucus. This is known as Sinusitis.