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Acupuncture & Chinese medicine
25/11/2015
Well we’re one step closer to a skinny pill…Chinese weight loss medicine Scientists have found a compound from the thunder god vine, used in traditional Chinese medicine is responsible for reducing the weight of obese mice by up to 45 percent. The compound known as Celastrol reduces food intake by 80 percent causing the dramatic weight […]
18/11/2015
There’s a chemical found in the Chinese herb known as Han Fang Ji called tetrandrine which switches of the channels the ebola virus uses to enter and infect cells. These cellular channels known as TCPs (or two pore channels) are what cells use in calcium signalling. In order for the ebola virus to take hold inside […]
18/11/2015
Many people have tummy troubles like bloating, irritable bowel syndrome or acid re-flux. These conditions can cause an extreme amount of discomfort to sufferers. Chinese medicine has long been revered for it’s power to relieve people of many ailments with digestive issues being among them. We’ve narrowed down 3 key points to make it easier to understand how […]
04/11/2015
Struggling with that constant niggling ache in your neck and shoulders? You’re not the only one! Many people are turning to acupuncture to relieve their pain rather than reaching for a regular (and often expensive!) dose of pain medication. Acupuncture works in 3 ways to give you fast and effective relief.
01/10/2015
Tendinitis is a common injury that occurs to tendons, typically due to repetitive action, such as raking or cleaning. The tendon is a thick cord-like structure that attaches bones to muscles. When a repetitive action strains that tendon, it becomes inflamed and irritated, causing pain and discomfort. Other causes for tendonitis include arthritis, gout, and adverse […]
24/09/2015
Nicotine’s strong addictive qualities make quitting smoking a tough task for many smokers. Ultimately, whatever helps someone stop smoking is worth it for long term health. How Can Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine Help? Acupuncture helps reduce cravings, irritability and restlessness while promoting calm and relaxation. When combined with Chinese Herbs it also helps detoxify […]
14/09/2015
For people who have never experienced Acupuncture, it can seem a daunting idea – some person sticking needles into your body. Many people hear of Acupuncture for a treatment such as stopping smoking but Acupuncture has some surprising treatments you may not have heard of. Acupuncture Surprising Treatment No.1 Acupuncture is used as a treatment for […]
01/09/2015
Acupuncture For Treatment Of Heart Disease When it comes to alternative therapies, acupuncture is certainly one that comes to mind for treating a variety of ailments including heart disease. Angina and high blood pressure are both issues that affect the heart and they can both be successfully treated with acupuncture therapy. Unfortunately heart disease can be […]
26/08/2015
Why Use Acupuncture For Menopause As A Treatment? For women experiencing menopause it can be a difficult time. Hot flushes manifest as heat all over the body, or at least parts of it and sometimes redness or blotches, along with heavy sweats or cold shivers. Many women opt for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), which is an […]