Archive for the ‘Mental Illness’ Category



Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders with Acupuncture

Friday, January 4th, 2008

According to the theories of Oriental Medicine, the spirit (shen) resides within the heart and the brain. The spirit is affected by the overall mental and physical health of a person. If the spirit is damaged, both the mental and the physical functions of a person would be greatly compromised. ...

Schizandra Berry a Potent Adaptogenic Herb

Friday, December 21st, 2007

Instead of starting off your day with a cup of coffee, try some schizandra berry supplements to wake up your mind. And if you're too stressed at night to sleep, don't stay up watching late night television; take some schizandra berry supplements to calm you down. How can a single ...

Choosing the Best Herb to Improve Memory

Friday, December 21st, 2007

When choosing a herb to improve memory, people usually want to know how fast will the effects appear, what the side effects are and what is the price of the treatment. They are recommended to make a comparison between the medicinal plants, in order to pick the best herb to ...

Chinese Medicine Lends a Hand During Stress and Anxiety Month

Thursday, December 20th, 2007

Whether we know it or not, stress and anxiety can affect us everyday, potentially causing serious health problems. However, studies show that Chinese medicine, which includes acupuncture, massage, Tai Chi and Qi Gong, can significantly help reduce stress.

Social Phobia: Yang Deficiency or Yang Excess?

Thursday, December 20th, 2007

Hello , I feel that I am experiencing social phobia symptoms (red face, racing heart, sweating) and don't want to take a prescription drug with a bunch of bad side effects that will only mask these symptoms. I'm very interested in Chinese medicine but feel that I may be the person ...