Napping isn’t just for little kids and babies. Studies show that an afternoon nap is great for adults too. There’s no need to feel lazy for indulging in an afternoon siesta. A short nap in the afternoon can boost memory,…
If you’re dealing with a nagging cough due to a bout of cold or flu, or because of a chronic illness like bronchitis or sinusitis, fast relief from symptoms is a must. But what can safely and reliably ease a…
When the weather becomes cold and the snowflakes begin to fall, it’s safe to say that winter has finally arrived. For many, winter means retreating to warmer areas of the world and taking that long awaited vacation. However, many others…
Tea is a normal everyday beverage that is consumed by about 90% of the world’s population. Natural teas first originated in China as a medicinal drink and were popular among the Tang dynasty, which lead to its further spread to world population. After…
Almost everybody sets goals for themselves in each new year. And it’s a great way to kick start the year. Unfortunately, by March, most people have fallen off whatever wagon they got onboard on January 1st. Maybe it’s because life…
East Asian Medicine (EAM) teaches that humans should live in harmony with the seasons. According to EAM, there are five seasons – winter, spring, summer, late summer and fall. Each season has many associations that help us adjust our habits…
The tree is up, the lights are twinkling, the hot cocoa is poured and you’re cozied up to a warm fireplace with your loved ones. For many, this is a season of family, laughter and celebration. But, it’s also a time of…
Winter, commonly referred to as “cold and flu season”, is the time of year that almost everyone either gets sick or is surrounded by those that are. But the common cold doesn’t follow a schedule. The common cold can happen…
According to research, fewer than 5 percent of people engage in the minimal amount of physical activity required every day, which is 30 minutes. Americans just aren’t moving enough and this can impact your body physically in more drastic ways than obesity. Sitting…
The heart. We all have one. Whether it’s functioning properly, is a completely different story though. About 695,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year – that’s 1 in every 5 deaths. Coronary heart disease (CHD) is…