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Health and balance refer to conscious choices you make to ensure your mind and body are in harmony. A healthy and balanced lifestyle will provide optimal energy and improve how you feel overall.

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Health & Balance

February 9, 2023 | 5 min read

What to Expect During Radiation Therapy in Cancer Treatment

Radiation therapy kills cancer cells but also causes side effects. Find out what remedies ease post-therapy discomfort.

An X-ray scan of a person’s rocker-bottom foot deformity.

Health & Balance

February 2, 2023 | 5 min read

Is There More to Charcot Foot Than Meets the Eye?

Charcot foot weakens the bones and causes fractures. Find out if you're at risk and what can be done to prevent it from happening.

A man feeling back pain and using his hands to support his injury.

Health & Balance

January 31, 2023 | 4 min read

How to Achieve Pain Relief the Natural Way

Rather than putting up with physical pain for another day, here are some natural ways to manage and achieve pain relief.

Close-up of the sole of a woman's right foot sitting on a brown leather couch.

Health & Balance

January 30, 2023 | 5 min read

5 Easy Steps to Solve Peeling Skin on Feet

Have you recently looked down and noticed peeling skin on your feet? Give your feet extra loving care with these remedies.

A woman placing her hands on her chest to check her heart murmurs.

Health & Balance

January 25, 2023 | 5 min read

What Your Heart Murmur is Trying to Tell You

Heart murmurs are sounds produced by the turbulent flow of blood through the heart. Find out if it can indicate a more serious condition.

Group of women performing a routine together on spinning bikes.

Health & Balance

January 24, 2023 | 4 min read

Overexercising and Rhabdomyolysis Symptoms: Is There a Connection?

Physical overexertion is a notable trigger of rhabdomyolysis symptoms. But did you know that the condition can also be a result of several health conditions?

3D illustration of a sickle red blood cell, and normal red blood cells in the background.

Parenthood

February 8, 2023 | 7 min read

Managing the Symptoms of Sickle Cell Disease in Children

Children with sickle cell disease have two abnormal genes. Proper management is necessary to ensure that the condition doesn’t become life-threatening.

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What to Expect During Radiation Therapy in Cancer Treatment

February 9, 2023 | 3 min read

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February 7, 2023 | 3 min read

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of health and balance of the body is based on the 3 Treasures’ philosophy. The shen (spirit) concept refers to mental activity, consciousness or thought, and governs all aspects of your physical being. Meanwhile, the jing (essence) concept is the constitutional and nutritional foundation of the body. Finally, the concept of qi (energy) describes the source of all bodily activity and physical movement, as well as the functionality of different organ systems.

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Woman in an office sits next to a tall pile of work folders while holding a tissue over her runny nose.

Health & Balance

January 12, 2023 | 5 min read

5 Acupressure Points to Stop a Runny Nose

Running out of tissues and patience because of that runny nose? Try these acupressure points to stop the downpour.

A young girl pointing at the pimples on her cheeks with her finger.

Health & Balance

December 3, 2022 | 8 min read

How to Treat Acne-Prone Skin in Teenagers Naturally

Deal with acne-prone skin in teenagers by learning more about its root causes. Here are natural remedies for a better complexion.

A woman with a blanket over her shoulders, sitting while blowing her nose

Health & Balance

November 18, 2022 | 6 min read

Influenza Symptoms to Look Out for and Alternative Remedies to Try

Catching the flu is usually seen as not a big deal, but it's infectious and could lead to more serious complications. Learn more about influenza symptoms and treatments.

A group of people taking french fries from a plate of fish and chips

Health & Balance

November 15, 2022 | 6 min read

Avoid These 5 Foods That Cause Inflammation

Chronic inflammation is a long-term and persistent condition. Find out what foods cause inflammation to help keep your health in check.

Bowls of curry laksa, assam laksa and a plate of char kuey teow on a wooden table

Health & Balance

November 12, 2022 | 4 min read

The Dangers of Eating Salty Food

Regular consumption of salty food may put you at risk of hypertension, heart disease or failure, or a stroke. It can also lead to osteoporosis onset. Here's how to watch your salt intake.

Close-up of a man and woman’s legs as they lie together on a bed

Health & Balance

October 5, 2022 | 7 min read

Improve Sexual Performance: How to Increase Stamina in 6 Simple Steps

A Year of the Rabbit child is auspicious. Learning how to increase stamina can improve your chances of conceiving before this year ends.

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Closeup of a woman’s smiling face showing faint Crow’s Feet in the outer corner of her eye.

Health & Balance

November 26, 2022 | 5 min read

Can Crow's Feet Improve with Skincare?

Crow’s feet are a natural sign of ageing, though some of us may prematurely get these wrinkles around the eyes. Discover ways to help reduce their appearance.

An Asian woman with double eyelids smiling

Health & Balance

October 14, 2022 | 5 min read

6 Steps to Complete Recovery from Double Eyelid Surgery

Getting double eyelid surgery may be an aesthetic choice you decide to make. Learn about what to do after surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

A close-up photo of a beautiful Asian woman with a V-shape face, smiling

Health & Balance

September 27, 2022 | 6 min read

How to Achieve a Slim V-Shape Face with Natural Therapies

Is it possible to achieve V-shape face? See how TCM can help slim down your face and prevent puffiness and sagging skin.

Woman applying concealer under her eyes to mask dark eye bags

Health & Balance

September 19, 2022 | 6 min read

Considering a Tear Trough Filler? Here's What You Should Know

A dermal filler in your tear trough can potentially brighten your eyes. But is it the right option for you?

Asian woman touching one cheek while smiling and looking at skincare products on the table in front of her

Health & Balance

September 19, 2022 | 5 min read

The 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine: Does It Work?

Is the 10-step Korean skincare routine a realistic way to achieve beautiful healthy skin? Find out from the women who tried it.

Woman holding the lower left side of her back with her left hand while standing outdoors

Health & Balance

August 16, 2022 | 6 min read

Ouch! 5 Ways to Relieve Pain from a Slipped Disc

People between the ages of 30 to 50 are extremely vulnerable to getting a slipped disc. The injury is a common cause of sciatica and back pain.

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Woman grimacing in pain as she attempts to sit on a wooden park bench while holding a cane in her left hand

Health & Balance

January 21, 2023 | 5 min read

3 At-Home Piles Treatment Options to Put the Discomfort Behind You

Constipation can lead to blood vessel enlargement in the nether regions. Clinical and traditional piles treatment options can remedy the condition holistically.

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Health & Balance

January 14, 2023 | 8 min read

Tardive Dyskinesia: When Prescription Medication Does More Bad Than Good

Tardive dyskinesia is a rare side effect of certain medications that develop following continued use. Here is how traditional remedies can help.

Close-up of a preauricular skin tag on a girl’s right ear

Health & Balance

January 13, 2023 | 5 min read

How to Do Away with Preauricular Skin Tags

Whether you have preauricular skin tags on the ear is often due to genetics. If your child has this condition, prompt treatment is required to prevent them from becoming hearing-impaired.

Woman with visible discomfort holding her throat with her left hand.

Health & Balance

January 13, 2023 | 7 min read

Colours of Phlegm in Throat: What They Mean in TCM

You're probably aware that the colour of your phlegm is a tell-tale sign of your health and type of condition you might be experiencing. Here's what the different colours of phlegm indicate.

Close-up of multiple white spots and bands on a woman’s fingernails as she holds a white mug with both hands.

Health & Balance

January 11, 2023 | 5 min read

What Do White Spots on the Nails Mean?

White spots on the nails can happen to anyone. It can be a product of trauma, a fungal infection, or a sign of a health condition.

Extended family enjoys a Chinese New Year dinner together at home.

Health & Balance

January 9, 2023 | 5 min read

Concerned You’ll Be Eating Too Much This Chinese New Year? Here’s What to Do

Celebrations during Chinese New Year are always a happy time but it can sometimes lead to you eating too much. Here’s how you can indulge a little more wisely and why you should watch what you eat.

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Close-up of a person bending down to hold their right Achilles tendon while being outdoors.

Health & Balance

January 19, 2023 | 7 min read

7 Steps to Heal Achilles Tendinitis

The Achilles tendon is one of the strongest cords in the body. But overuse due to repetitive movement can make athletes prone to Achilles tendinitis.

Man holding a SOS sign signalling he has peyronie’s disease

Health & Balance

January 15, 2023 | 6 min read

Get It Straight: How to Treat Peyronie’s Disease

Peyronie’s disease causes fibrosis under the skin of the penis. Clinical and traditional treatments may help correct penile curvature and boost a man’s confidence.

Health & Balance

December 28, 2022 | 5 min read

5 Steps to Straighten a Mallet Finger

A mallet finger is when the tip of the finger involuntarily bends inward towards the palm. Find out how to treat this injury.

A young man tending to his ankle injuries after a workout.

Health & Balance

November 27, 2022 | 7 min read

5 Common Ankle Injuries and How to Recover from Them Quickly

Ankle injuries can cause extreme pain and discomfort. A multi-faceted approach to treatment supports complete healing of the affected area.

Woman rubbing her right hand with her left as she sits in front of a keyboard and desktop computer.

Health & Balance

October 16, 2022 | 8 min read

Numbness in Hands: Is It a Sign of a Serious Medical Condition?

Numbness in hands is usually temporary and will subside naturally. Learn what other conditions can cause this symptom and some clinical and natural ways to ease it.

Woman in the gym doing hip bridge raises on an exercise mat

Health & Balance

October 13, 2022 | 6 min read

Want Healthy Pelvic Floor Muscles? Try These 3 Exercises

Check out these simple exercises and natural supplements that will help you maintain healthy pelvic floor muscles for years to come.

TCM aside, a healthy and balanced lifestyle ultimately encompasses good nutrition, sufficient sleep and rest, an established fitness routine, mental health awareness, quality relationships and other health-boosting factors.

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