Ai Jiu (Moxibustion) Ai Jiu is primarily made from mugwort (艾绒, ài róng), which has aromatic properties. The warmth and unique scent released during burning can quickly open the body’s meridians, accelerate blood circulation, and achieve the purpose of strengthening the body and expelling pathogens. Through its effects of warming the meridians, dispelling cold, promoting … Read more
In the fast-paced work life, more and more people are experiencing sub-health conditions due to work stress and irregular lifestyles, leading to health issues such as palpitations, insomnia, and weakened immunity, all of which are manifestations of insufficient Yang Qi. Traditional Chinese Medicine Nursing Technique – Warming Yang Cupping effectively regulates the Yin and Yang … Read more
Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis) is the rhizome of the plants belonging to the Ranunculaceae family, including Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis), San Jiao Ye Huang Lian (Coptis trifolia), or Yunnan Huang Lian (Coptis deltoidea). Huang Lian is a perennial herb that primarily grows in the high-altitude mountainous regions of western Sichuan, hence it is also known … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us! Abdominal Tuina Health/Wellness/Traditional Chinese Medicine Abdominal Tuina, commonly known as “rubbing the belly” or “abdominal massage,” is an important component of Tuina therapy. It involves the use of hands, elbows, and other techniques such as pushing, kneading, pressing, and tapping on the abdomen of the recipient. Indications: It … Read more
Acupuncture points refer to areas where nerve endings are densely concentrated or where nerve pathways pass through. The scientific name for acupuncture points is shu xue (腧穴), with aliases including: “qi xue” (气穴), “qi fu” (气府), “jie” (节), “hui” (会), “gu kong” (骨空), “mai qi suo fa” (脉气所发), “bian jiu chu” (砭灸处), and “xue wei” … Read more