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January 17, 2011 - Beating the Blue Monday Blues
The third Monday in January has come to be known as the most depressing day of the year thanks to dreary weather, big holiday credit card bills arriving and general malaise as the reality of the New Year sets in.More

January 14, 2011 - Natural Cold Remedies Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine
This year, why not try to prevent cold and flu viruses before they attack? There are many natural cold remedies used in Traditional Chinese Medicine that can help you stay healthy through the cold and flu season.More

November 29, 2010 - PCU College Now Offering Evening Classes
PCU College of Holistic Medicine is now offering evening classes for its Acupuncture diploma program and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner program...More

November 29, 2010 - Exploring the Benefits of Vitamin D
The main function of vitamin D is to regulate blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Because vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, a deficiency in vitamin D results in a calcium deficiency as well.More

November 22, 2010 - Immune Boosting Foods for Cold and Flu Season
Wouldn't it be great to stay healthy even during cold and flu season? A strong immune system can prevent you from being sidelined by a cold or flu. You have the ability to weaken or strengthen your immune system with certain foods that you eat. High fat, sugary foods weaken your immune system, but a healthy, balanced diet strengthens it.More

November 2, 2010 - Tai Chi: Healing Exercise in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tai Chi is one of the key elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine. As with all forms of Chinese medicine, the purpose of Tai Chi is to facilitate the flow of energy ("chi" or "qi") through the body.More

October 29, 2010 - Chinese Cupping Therapy: What Is It and How Does It Help?
Fewer Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques appear stranger than Chinese cupping therapy; but cupping therapy can have significant health benefits, particularly for individuals with chronic pain, poor circulation and respiratory problems.More

October 20, 2010 - Moxibustion for Turning a Breech Baby
Moxibustion is a procedure in Traditional Chinese Medicine that holds great promise for turning breech babies...More

October 4, 2010 - TCM Offers Natural Depression Treatments
Major depression is a mental disorder characterized by abnormally low moods that persist for at least two weeks and prevent an individual from carrying out his or her day-to-day activities. According to the World Health Organization, over 120 million people around the world suffer from depression.More

September 24, 2010 - Top Ten Reasons to Use Chinese Herbal Medicine
There are a number of reasons why people are turning to Chinese herbal medicine more and more. Take a look at some of the top benefits of visiting a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner.More

September 22, 2010 - Naturopathic Medicine Prospects in the New U.S. Heathcare Reform
In March 2010, U.S. President Barack Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The purpose of the act is to provide health coverage to 32 million U.S. residents who aren't covered by healthcare insurance. The act also holds some promising advances for naturopathic medicine.More

July 26, 2010 - Lose Weight with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Weight loss and maintenance is a lifestyle issue that needs to be addressed from a number of different angles, including diet, exercise and stress reduction.More

May 20, 2010 - Herbal Remedies for Menstrual Cramps in Traditional Chinese Medicine
TCM offers several alternative treatments to eliminate pain and discomfort Burnaby, BC - May 20, 2010 - Too often, during their periods, women rely on ibuprofen to help alleviate the pain and discomfort of menstrual cramps. While ibuprofen is generally safe, in some cases, it can cause nausea, ulcers, diarrhea, drowsiness and other side effects.&...More

May 18, 2010 - Natural Remedies for Asthma in Children
Acupuncture and herbal medicine offer alternative to pharmaceuticals Burnaby, BC - May 18, 2010 - According to the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, childhood asthma is the most common chronic illness amongst children. Asthma is the inflammation of the airways and may be triggered by a variety of factors, including allergens, ch...More

April 27, 2010 - Fu Zheng Therapy: A Complementary TCM Cancer Treatment
Alternative treatments like Fu Zheng being used in conjuction with Western Medicine Burnaby, BC - April 27, 2010 - In traditional Chinese medicine, cancer is regarded as a manifestation of an underlying imbalance within the body. In China, cancer is the leading cause of death. This has led the Chinese government to fund investigations into tradit...More

April 22, 2010 - Reflexology: A Popular Complementary Treatment
Touch therapy offers an alternative to those seeking treatment for pain and stress Burnaby, BC - April 22, 2010 - Reflexology is a popular natural therapy that has been shown to significantly reduce stress and pain, improve circulation and enhance overall health. Reflexology is also known as "touch therapy" or "zone therapy". How Reflexology Wor...More

April 20, 2010 - The Diet That Heals: Chinese Medicated Diet
TCM approach to diet based on each person's individual needs Burnaby, BC - April 20, 2010 - Our typical Western diet is heavy on processed, fatty foods that overfeed and under-nourish the body and are detrimental to our health. Perhaps that is why medical or "healing" foods are becoming increasingly popular and are expected to soon become one of ...More

April 7, 2010 - TCM: Five Common Chinese Herbs and Why They’re So Popular
TCM offers people an alternative to pharmaceutical drugs Burnaby, BC - April 7, 2010 - The healing power of Chinese herbs has been confirmed for centuries. As the Western world becomes more uneasy about pharmaceutical drugs and their unwanted side effects, an interest in herbology and Chinese herbs are growing in popularity. Here's a look at fiv...More

April 1, 2010 - Homeopathy: Fact or Fiction?
Homepathic treatments similar to those of Traditional Chinese Medicine Burnaby, BC - April 1, 2010 - Like traditional Chinese medicine, homeopathy is a form of holistic medicine that encourages your body to heal itself naturally. Homeopathy recognizes all possible physical, emotional, and mental imbalances as symptoms of ill-health. Unlike herb...More

October 7, 2009 - Strengthening Immune System in Time for Cold and Flu Season
Students learn how herbal medicine and other TCM treatments help boost patients' immunity Burnaby, BC - October 7, 2009 - Traditionally, fall marks the beginning of flu season in Canada, when thousands of Canadians receive vaccinations that will prevent them from becoming sick. This year, as people prepare to immunize themselves against a...More