This title may lead many to believe that I am denying the fitness benefits of Tai Chi! But you are mistaken! I not only believe that Tai Chi can promote health and fitness, but it also possesses unique health benefits that distinguish it from other forms of exercise! What I want to discuss is whether … Read more
December 17, 2020 Taijiquan was selected by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage It is the only Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in the category of traditional martial arts in China 01 Overview of Taijiquan Taijiquan is based on the core philosophical concepts of Taiji (Supreme Ultimate), Yin and Yang, and dialectical thinking from traditional … Read more
Tai Chi is based on the principles of Yin and Yang, utilizing the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) meridians and osteology as its physiological foundation. It can open the meridians and invigorate Qi and blood. With over 150 million practitioners worldwide, Tai Chi is an aerobic health exercise that uniquely integrates Qigong, martial arts, … Read more
Upon seeing this title, many may think I am denying the health benefits of Tai Chi! But you are mistaken! I not only believe that Tai Chi can promote health and fitness, but it also possesses unique health benefits that distinguish it from other forms of exercise! What I want to discuss is whether the … Read more
Source: BBCTai Chi (太极) is an ancient Chinese martial art, sometimes referred to as “Tai Chi Chuan (太极拳)” or “moving meditation”.It consists of a series of different postures connected by slow movements.Although Tai Chi appears to be gentle, studies show it is as effective as traditional exercise in reducing weight and visceral fat.Since Tai Chi … Read more
General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out in the report of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party: “Increase efforts to protect cultural relics and cultural heritage, strengthen the protection and inheritance of historical culture in urban and rural construction, and build and utilize national cultural parks effectively.” China’s world heritage is not only a … Read more
Since ancient times, “the five grains” have been an important part of people’s diets. The “Chinese Dietary Guidelines (2022)” also emphasize adhering to a diet primarily based on grains. Over 2000 years ago, the “Huangdi Neijing” proposed the dietary principle of “the five grains nourish, the five livestock benefit, the five fruits assist, and the … Read more
There are many different versions of the “Five Grains” (五谷), with the two most important being: one refers to rice (稻), millet (黍), broomcorn millet (稷), wheat (麦), and beans (菽); the other refers to hemp (大麻), foxtail millet (小米), common millet (小米), wheat (小麦), and corn (蜀黍). In modern terms, the Five Grains often … Read more
What is Cupping Therapy? Cupping therapy is a form of cupping therapy.Cupping therapy uses cups as tools, applying an appropriate amount of lubricant to the rim of the cup and the affected area. By using heat to expel air from the cup, a negative pressure is created, allowing it to adhere to the skin. The … Read more
Follow me for daily free access to exciting health articles! There are many methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating diseases, and moxibustion is one of them. Moxibustion has a long history and can treat common ailments, as well as prevent diseases and enhance resistance. 1 What does it mean if the skin itches … Read more