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Parents often despair – with good reason – that their school-going children not only catch whatever’s going around, but pass it on quite indiscriminately...

Among the rites of passage parents go through, nights up soothing a child with infant colic, constipation or tummy aches is, unfortunately, par for...

In China, it is not uncommon to hear an elderly relative describe a child running a fever or one with a flushed face as...

It’s the middle of the night. Your toddler, who was sleeping peacefully just minutes earlier, sits bolt upright in bed, crying and screaming. On...

Children are notorious for catching every virus in town, whether the common cold or the flu. And the persistent cough that often accompanies these...

When Ms Rachel Chan was preparing her 5-year-old for an operation to refine an earlier procedure for his cleft palate, she reached for the...

For five months, Richard*, who had a 20-year history of diabetes, experienced numbing, burning, and tingling sensations in his lower limbs. By the time...

So how does traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) seek to restore a body that’s clogged up with cholesterol? The main goal is to undo blockages...

Cholesterol is often called the ‘silent killer’, showing no outward sign, but accumulating along the arteries, and increasing the risk of heart disease and...

Ayurvedic practice involves a kapha-pacifying routine, which includes daily exercise, sufficient sleep and regular meals to metabolise fat, create healthy cholesterol and improve circulation....

Dr Tan Hong Chang, Associate Consultant in the Department of Endocrinology, Singapore General Hospital, explains that the human body is a cholesterol factory as...

According to the 2010 National Health Survey published in 2011, more than one in six Singaporeans aged 18–69 suffer from high total blood cholesterol....

Life Lesson Blessed with a solid build and bulging biceps, the ruddy-faced Kheng, an entrepreneur in his mid-30s, looks like he’s in the pink...

According to the World Health Organisation, more people die annually from cardiovascular diseases than from any other cause. Out of various types of cardiovascular...

Whether you believe in the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) or swear by Western science, there are several modalities to treat heart disease....

In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), heart disease may be caused by either deficiency or excess patterns. Treatment principles vary as every person has a...

A Hong Kong Hospital Authority-commissioned study shows that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is as effective and can even alleviate the side-effects of mainstream weight-loss...

For the first time in human history, the world has more overweight than underweight people. Today, more than 1.9 billion people worldwide are obese...

In tradition Chinese medicine (TCM), there are five types of body constitution associated with obesity. For each type, this article lists the symptoms and...

There is a reason why more and more conventional oncologists are working with traditional Chinese medicine as an adjunct therapy for their patients. Find...

Undergoing conventional cancer therapy is like using a cannon to kill a mosquito: collateral damage to healthy cells is inevitable. Modalities under Complementary and...

Table of Contents Understanding Cholesterol Benefits of Detox Tea Detox Tea for Cholesterol Detox teas do more than help you relax from everyday stresses...

Table of Contents A Guide to Getting Rid of LDL Cholesterol Naturally Reducing the Levels of LDL Cholesterol with Herbal Remedies You may already...

Table of Contents What is Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 Diabetes Diet Managing Type 2 Diabetes with TCMRemedies Diabetes has become a global epidemic....

Table of Contents Myth #1: Cardiovascular Disease is a Man's Problem Myth #2: Young Adults are Safe from Cardiovascular Diseases Myth #3: Cardiac Arrest...

Table of Contents What is the Function of the Heart? How to Prevent Heart Disease Have you ever thought about the heart function and...

Table of Contents Understanding Your Cholesterol Levels How Do You Measure Cholesterol Levels? What Factors Influence Cholesterol Levels? How To Keep Your Cholesterol Levels...

Stress is an inevitable part of life. In TCM, stress affects the free flow of Qi within the body, resulting in stagnation, excessive internal...

One in 10 people in Singapore suffers from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. Here’s what you need to now about this increasingly common disorder. Belching aloud...

Bone health goes into a decline after the age of 20, thus increasing the risk of osteoporosis later in life. How can TCM help?...

Imagine being afflicted by a pain so sharp that it jolts you awake in the middle of the night. The affected area is so...

In his youth, Richard1  would physically prevent ejaculation during masturbation by applying pressure to his penis. By the time he got married, he was...

It is a common problem for men over 40, but not one that is often talked about. According to The Merck Manual, half the...

After holiday seasons, you are likely to hear of people suffering from an excruciatingly painful affliction called gout. Learn why this is so and...

When an agonising pain in his big toe roused Stephen* from sleep in the middle of the night, he was more baffled than worried....

Two-year-old Sebastian* had suffered from dry, itchy skin since he was a baby, with rough, inflamed patches on his ankles and in the creases...

A rich person’s disease. That’s the association that gout has had for centuries because only these people could afford to consume the meats, seafood...

It’s important to know when it’s time to clear out clutter and streamline your body like you would to your wardrobe at the end...

As we explained in the article “5 Steps Towards Reduced Food Intake”, people who are overweight and obese are more likely to have high...

With the year-end festive season drawing near, it brings with it the promise of fine food and drinks… and the threat of overindulging! ‘Tis...

In TCM, our digestive system transforms food into Qi and Blood, which are the most important substances necessary for life. Thus, maintaining good digestion...

According to Jeffrey Ong, a physician with Eu Yan Sang, a well-known name in Asia when it comes to TCM products and services, fatigue...

Feeling lethargic? You could have one of a range of illnesses! But if your lethargy doesn’t stem from disease, traditional Chinese medicine can be...

The truth is, you’re barely making it through the day. You can’t remember the last time you woke up feeling rested, and your body...

It’s been likened to trying to breathe through a straw – you just can’t get enough air. The harder you try, the worse it...

A month after surgery to remove a uterine fibroid, June*, 44, continued to feel fatigued and her wound was slow in healing. At work,...

Don’t you just hate it when you reach a destination, only to be taken ill? Whether you’re there for work or pleasure, being ill...

Perspiration is a normal bodily function. The human body contains up to five million sweat glands, which release perspiration to the surface when our...

You’ve been tossing and turning for what seems like hours, but just can’t seem to fall asleep. And when you do, you don’t stay...

According to the rule of thumb, by the age of 50, half of the population would have lost colour in half of their hair....

Like many women, Sandy Skotnicki juggled multiple roles. During office hours, she was a respected dermatologist, researcher and lecturer at the University of Toronto....

For the past three years, Eu Yan Sang’s senior physician, Tang Yue, has been collaborating with Dr Bernard Lee, Director of the Interventional and...

About Cordyceps There are over 400 species of Cordyceps worldwide, only Hirsutella Sinensis has been identified as the true strain of wild cordyceps –...

With cordyceps, it’s a bit of both! Despite its unusual background, people seeking to enhance their health and even endurance athletes have taken to...

In "Is Cordyceps an animal or a herb?", you read about top athletes using cordyceps to enhance their performance. The strain of the fungus...

If you have ever attempted to purchase wild cordyceps from traditional Chinese medical halls, you may be surprised by how expensive it can be....

You've probably heard about how cordyceps worth even more than gold. But what is the real attraction of this hardy herb that makes it...

Woven by swiftlets from their saliva, edible Bird’s Nest (or Bird’s Nest) is one of the most popular tonics in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)....

The Chinese herb Notoginseng (Tianqi, 田七) has distinctive health benefits, especially for the blood and circulation. Did you know these facts and beliefs about...

1. American Ginseng was only introduced into China less than 300 years ago. American Ginseng has been used by the Native Americans long before...

This unique root is one of the most treasured herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The benefits of ginseng have been passed down from...

For generations, Lingzhi has been used by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners to nourish the ‘three treasures’1 – jing (essence), qi (vital energy), and...

Table of Contents Why Is The First Trimester Important? How You And Your Baby Can Benefit From Edible Bird's Nest? Edible Bird's Nest In...

Table of Contents What is Cordyceps Sinensis? Cordyceps Sinensis vs. Cordyceps Militaris Health Benefits of Cordyceps How Is Cordyceps Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine...

Table of Contents What is Cordyceps? Understanding the Different Types of Cordyceps What are Cordyceps Benefits for Your Health? How Do You Take Cordyceps?...

Table of Contents The History of Edible Bird Nest What You Need to Know About Edible Bird Nest How to Enjoy Edible Bird Nest...

Table of Contents What Is Ginseng Asian and American: The 2 Types of Ginseng The Many Uses Of Ginseng, Past and Present How Does...

Table of Contents The History Of Turkey Tail Mushroom What Is Turkey Tail Mushroom? Health Benefits Of Turkey Tail Mushroom How is Turkey Tail...

Table of Contents What Are Goji Berries? Health Benefits Of Goji Berries How To Add Goji Berries To Your Diet? Who Should Avoid Goji...

Table of Contents What Are Medicinal Mushrooms? What Are Magic Mushrooms? Why Do People Use Magic Mushrooms? Medicinal Mushrooms vs. Magic Mushrooms: How Are...

Table of Contents American Ginseng Treats Respiratory Tract Infections It Can Strengthen the Immune System You Can Use It to Alleviate Cancer-Related Fatigue It...

Table of Contents Symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorders Symptoms of a Panic Disorder Symptoms of Phobia-Related Disorders Herbs that Can Help You Manage Anxiety...

Table of Contents What is Royal Jelly? What are Royal Jelly Benefits for Your Health? Best Ways to Consume Royal Jelly Risks and Side...

Natural beauty starts from the inside out. It's cliché, but true! Studies show that people find others more attractive when they have a healthy...

Table of Contents The History Behind Reishi Mushrooms What Are Reishi Mushrooms? Health Benefits Of Reishi Mushrooms The Power Of 'Cracked' Reishi Spores What...

Table of Contents How Can TCM Support Immune System Health? TCM Superfoods That Boost Your Immune System Eat Your Way To A Stronger Immune...

Ruchi Bhargava, 45 Massage and beauty therapist Q: Why did you seek TCM treatment? As a massage and beauty therapist, I am on my...

Elaine Ho, 33 Former primary school teacher, now a yoga and meditation teacher Q: Why did you first seek out TCM treatment? A: As...

Freddie Quek, 62 Marine Engineer Q: Why did you first seek out TCM treatment? Working long hours with extended stretches away from home is...

Table of Contents What is Erectile Dysfunction? What are the Causes of Erectile Dysfunction? What are the Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction (ED)...

Table of Contents What Causes Social Anxiety? What It's Like To Live with Social Anxiety Disorder TCM and Social Anxiety You're at a social...

You could be anywhere. Your heart starts pounding, and it feels like it's hard to breathe. If you've ever had a panic attack, you...

Table of Contents The Impact of Stress on Your Body Herbal Remedies That Help Defeat Stress The majority of Americans are stressed weekly. In...

Table of Contents What Is A Stress Rash? Traditional Chinese Medicine And Stress Acupressure Herbal Treatments And Supplements Dietary Changes Treatments By A TCM...

Lingzhi Mushroom Spareribs Soup Ingredients (serves ten) 15g   American Ginseng 15g Lingzhi Mushroom 20g Longan Fruit 10 pieces Red Dates A little Salt...

  1. Dried Longan Dried longans, or longyanrou, are usually found in sweet desserts and sweet and-sour dishes. Besides tranquilising and revitalising the mind, longyanrou are also...

Double-boiled Bird’s Nest Soup with Silky Chicken Dumpling and Ginseng Ingredients (serves four) 20g  Bird’s Nest 800g Black Chicken 50g  American Ginseng 8 pieces...

Chilled Herbal Honey Jelly Ingredients (serves ten) 50g  Snow Fungus 500g Honey 300g  Water 30g Gel powder   Lemon Juice (to taste)   Ingredients...

Ingredients (Serves ten) 1kg Pork Belly 200g Dark Soy Sauce 150g Chinese Wine 80g Rock Sugar 40g Spring Onion 40g Ginger 4pcs Licorice Root...

Ingredients   American Ginseng   15g Red Dates   10 pieces (without pits) Polygala Roots   20g Chicken   300g Canned Mushrooms   50g...

Fish Maw with Lotus Root Soup Ingredients 10g   Shouwu (unprocessed) 300g Lotus Root (fresh, 1 root section) 10g Fish Maw (fried) 150g Lean...

Even in a home kitchen, it is possible for you to whip up your own restaurant-grade delicacies!  Cordyceps is chosen as a key ingredient...

Lotus & Ginseng with Black-boned Chicken Soup Ingredients (serves ten) 10g   American Ginseng 15g   Cistanche Root 20g   Chinese Yam 20g  ...

Ingredients (Serves 2-3) 2 cups Red Beans 1 bottle Bird’s Nest 1 Orange Peel 3/4 Pot of water Rock Sugar to taste   Directions...

Ingredients (Serves 4) 1 can Eu Yan Sang Braised Abalone 5 pieces Eu Yan Sang Dried Mushrooms 1/  2 cup Broccoli 4 cloves Garlic,...

Ingredients (Serves 10) 1 can Eu Yan Sang Royal Supreme Abalone Treasure Pot 10 pieces Eu Yan Sang Dried Mushrooms 10 pieces Eu Yan...

No Chinese New Year reunion dinner is complete without an abundant spread of delicious delicacies that are bound to set hearts-a-flutter and mouths-a-water. Eu...

Ingredients (Serves Four) 500g Baby Lamb Rack 1 packet Eu Yan Sang Bak Kut The Herbs 1.5L Water 100g Old Whole Garlic 25g White...

Double-boiled Black Chicken Consommé with opiopogon root, white tremella mushroom and Rock Melon Ingredients (serves four) 1 Black Chicken (around 1.2kg) 225g Lean meat...

Even in a home kitchen, it is possible for you to whip up your own restaurant-grade delicacies!  Cordyceps is chosen as a key ingredient...

Duck Infused with American Ginseng Ingredients (Serves ten) 3–4 pieces Duck Drumstick (whole & deboned) 100g American Ginseng   Seasoning: 150g American Ginseng (mashed)...

Turkey Tail Immune-Friendly Vegetable Soup Ingredients 10g dried Turkey Tail Mushroom (rinsed and soaked) 4 cups water 1 medium carrot, chopped 1 celery stalk,...

Ingredients (serves five) 1 Spring Chicken (600g) 2 pieces Angelica Root 20 pieces Chinese Wolfberry 10 pieces Solomon’s Seal 2 pieces Codonopsis Root 5...

Ageing is more than just grey hairs and counting years of living. It is a natural process of getting older as we start to...

You may know your body well, but do you know how it could be classified in TCM? This illustrated guide can help you lead...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the tongue is believed to be connected to  the organs of the body through meridians, or energy pathways. TCM...

While the anatomical spleen is part of our immune system and responsible for the production of white blood cells, the spleen from the perspective...

The lungs occupies the uppermost position among the five organs, hence it is known as the “canopy”. Being delicate in character and attributing to...

According to TCM, the liver is the organ similar to an army general due to its stern character and is responsible for storing of...

Out of the five organs, the heart is likened to the monarch and is responsible for our spiritual and mental activities. The physiological functions...

This ancient Chinese healing technique was not always known as Tuina, but has always been relied upon to relieve injuries. WHAT IS TUINA? Tuina...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, stimulating acupressure points, or acupoints, can clear blockages, correct imbalances of Yin and Yang energy and promote self-healing of the...

Food, the universal sustenance required by all humans is viewed differently in the east. While the western culture tends to group food as carbohydrates,...

Are you ignoring clues that your health needs a tune-up?  A person who has mild symptoms such as a dry mouth or a runny...

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient art of healing and an increasingly accepted practice around the world. Rooted in the ancient philosophy of...

As interest in holistic and natural medicine grows, so has interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). More and more, people are seeking to understand...

In TCM, there is a saying that goes “The waist is the house of the kidney” due to its anatomical location. The kidney stores...

Penny Hoh first found her way to TCM in her 20s, when a chronic cough left her feeling drained . “The cough was so...

Babies up six months of age should be fed breast milk exclusively, but what should they consume when they grow older? An infant’s first...

Hot flushes. Night sweats. Palpitations. Insomnia. For some women, menopause can be a physically stressful and emotionally draining time. Technically, menopause occurs when a...

Unfortunately for some pregnant women, a common pain that accompanies pregnancy is backache. The Bane of Backache There are numerous reasons why backaches are...

Morning sickness is dreaded by husbands and wives alike. In spite of available treatments, its occurence in early pregnancy conjures up scenes of couples...

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a collective term referring to various physical and emotional symptoms that may occur about two weeks before an anticipated menstrual period,” says Dr Ben...

The odds of getting pregnant seemed stacked against 37-year old Cathy Tan*. When she first consulted Dr Ann Tan at the Women & Fetal...

Sometimes getting pregnant is hard. The causes are many. The stress of a fast-paced life or demanding job can throw the body out of...

The TCM view on breastfeeding is pretty similar to that of conventional medicine, as this chat with Senior Physician Qi Xiao Yan from the...

The archetypal image of breastfeeding often involves a woman smiling serenely at a baby suckling one of her breasts. Such a clichéd scene doesn’t...

Breast Milk vs Formula Milk According to the Health Promotion Board (HPB), breast milk is the ideal natural food for your baby and exclusive breastfeeding is perfectly...

The act of giving birth takes a lot out of a woman. Apart from expending a lot of energy, she also suffers significant blood...

You've probably heard that skincarestarts from the inside out. While there is truth to this statement, there are many external factors that may be...

Natural skin care ingredients help fight skin aging from the inside out by neutralizing free radical damage, restoring collagen levels, and soothing inflammation. Therefore,...

Did you know that 30 million American women experience hair loss, also known as alopecia? While hair loss or baldness in men is common,...

Many of us have hormonal acne during our teenage years and thought of it as part of puberty. It can be disconcerting when we...

Many Americans are just now learning about gua sha massage tools and how to use them to maintain beautiful skin. However, this ancient technique...

If you're looking to add superfoods to your diet that give you beautiful skin, then add sea buckthorn to your shopping list. Sea buckthorn...

Skin complexion is an important part of your internal health. Vibrant, smooth, and clear skin are signs that you're doing the right things to...

Women are prone to endocrine disorders as a result of a number of factors, including stress, unhealthy diet, hectic work schedule, and inadequate rest....

Weight loss pills can be tempting. They lead you to believe that you will lose weight quickly without changing much of your current diet...

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a combination of physical and emotional changes that affect many women before the start of their menstrual cycle. This is...

Physical changes associated with menopause symptoms can begin several years before you have your final period. This transition phase–called perimenopause–may last 4 to 10years....

As a woman, breast pain may come and go. Some pain might be considered normal. For example, many women state that their breasts hurt...

For those who are unfamiliar with facial acupressure, they ask the question "Is it safe to do facial acupressure on yourself?" The answer to...

Irregular periods are normal when you first start your cycle. However, for adult women, they can be unwelcome, problematic, and even an indication of...