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What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance and it is a crucial building block in cell membranes. Cholesterol comes from two sources. Your liver makes about 80% of the cholesterol you need to stay healthy. The remaining 20% of the cholesterol in your body comes from the…
What is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis; also commonly known as “Mother’s Hand” (妈妈手) or "Mommy Wrist"; is a painful condition affecting the tendons around the base on the thumb side of your wrist. It occurs when there is inflammation in the tenosynovium and tendons in the…
Have you ever wondered why we need sleep? Is there a primary function of sleep? Or does sleep serve many functions? In modern society today, most people do not get enough rest. We can stay up all night to work, study, or have fun and neglect sleep. However,…
As the age-old TCM adage goes, “正气存内，邪不可干”. In summary, what this tells us is that as long as our body's immunity is strong enough, we should be shielded from any pathogens that would otherwise cause us to become ill. Even with precautionary measures like practising good personal hygiene…
Did you know that the regularity, blood flow/colour/viscosity of your period can determine if your period is considered normal or abnormal? How much do you really know and understand about your monthly affair? Read on to learn more.What is a Menstrual Cycle? The average woman gets her first period…
What is a Stiff Neck?A stiff neck is typically characterised by pain and soreness in the neck and/or shoulder and difficulty moving the neck. It is usually felt upon waking up in the morning and can affect your daily activities. Which Muscles are Affected in a Stiff Neck?The most…
With Chinese New Year just around the corner, it is important to take care of our health while indulging in this festive season. Here are some common issues and tips to counter it. Tip 1: Managing indigestion with Acupressure and Hawthorn Green Tea When faced with the variety…
#1 I cannot wash my hair or shower during confinement for fear of “wind” entering the body. I will be plagued by headaches and rheumatism for the rest of my life. The traditional belief is that by bathing, the mother may have “wind” and “cold” enter the body,…
A picture is worth a thousand words. What does your tongue reflect about your health?Observing the tongue is one of the main 4 diagnostic methods to obtain information.What does a physician look out for in a tongue? 9 Basic Tongue Indications:NORMAL BODY CONSTITUTIONPink tongue with thin coating YIN DEFICIENCYRed tongue with…
