Lower back and sciatica pain is a common malady and data suggests that 80% of the adult population will experience back pain at some point in their lives. The causes which contribute to the development of such pain can vary…
This quick and easy recipe for Cucumber water is sure to quench your summer thirst. Chinese Medicine Theory teaches us that Cucumbers are detoxifying and can clear summer heat. This means that cucumber water has anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties. Headaches,…
How often do we express our appreciation and gratitude to someone? We might not realize it, but aside from promoting positivity, a simple “thank you” can do wonders for our mental health and overall well-being, studies say. A 2018 study…
Life’s challenges can be overwhelming; we face different kinds of pressures and uncertainties everyday. These can greatly affect our mood and anxiety levels, and sometimes, coping and adjusting through all these can be difficult. Spending more time outdoors, in nature,…
In many cultures spring is held as the true beginning of the New Year leaving behind the darker days and cold nights of winter into new fresh beginnings. The vernal equinox has long been held by cultures in the northern hemisphere…
We all love reading for many reasons: curiosity and pursuit of knowledge, a feeling of adventure and escape, and in general, inspiration and enrichment of our lives. What George R.R. Martin. a famous American novelist and short story writer, mentioned…
Being a loner or social pariah doesn’t come without its negative health implications. Research conducted over the past several decades on social isolation indicate just how detrimental the affects of social isolation can be. Healthy individuals who are effectively cut-off…
Chamomile has been used in different countries for many generations to prevent and treat different types of illnesses. It is a member of the daisy family; its dried flower heads contain terpenoids and flavonoids that contribute to its herbal properties,…
That feeling of fatigue and imbalance, waking up everyday and not having the strength to get up and move, with dizziness and shortness of breath to wrestle with, in some instances can be a sign of spleen deficiency. This could…
Holidays are more fun when we can enjoy eating tasty dishes without worrying about the calories we consume. We chose a recipe that combines the guilt-free goodness and nourishment found in sweet potatoes and cinnamon. Sweet potatoes, especially those with…