Chinese Medical Perspectives on Longevity: Bridging Ancient Insights on Lifespan and Healthspan with Modern Research into IL-11 Christian Saint-Pierre & Julie Saint-Pierre Abstract This article examines Chinese medical perspectives on longevity through the lens of jīng, the vital essence central to health and ageing, and connects these ancient insights with emerging biomedical research on interleukin-11 […]
Secondary infertility is a condition that affects couples who have had a successful pregnancy but are struggling to conceive again. It can be a frustrating and emotionally draining experience, especially when the cause is unknown. While the standard biomedical approach often involves medications and procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), Chinese medicine and acupuncture
Vertigo is a debilitating condition that can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. For the millions who suffer from it, finding an effective treatment is therefore of vital importance to improve daily function. There are various options available, however one of the safest and most effective vertigo treatments is acupuncture. Vertigo is a spinning,
In chinese medicine, you are what you eat. Cells in your body have the ability to regenerate and reproduce. Some specialize in eliminating toxins that negatively affect the body, others burn fat. All that your cells need to activate positively is to receive the right nutrients! Even though this process is slightly different for everyone,
Acupuncture, the ancient practice of inserting needles into the body to relieve pain and treat various ailments, has become increasingly popular in recent years. But did you know that this seemingly harmless practice could lead to a life-threatening condition known as punctured lung, or pneumothorax? That’s right, acupuncture can be a real danger to your health, especially when performed by:
Did you know that acupuncture is a great ally to help deal with cancer? – helps reduce pain following surgery – calms anxiety and treat sleep disorders – treats low energy – relieves the side effects of radiotherapy treatments such as nausea, breathing difficulties, swallowing disorders, constipation, pain, numbness, loss of sensation, etc. Acupuncture is great strategy to combination
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Avec les Jeux du Canada à l’Î.-P.-É., il est important de parler de la popularité croissante de l’acupuncture auprès des athlètes! L’acupuncture, une pratique qui consiste à insérer de fines aiguilles à des points spécifiques du corps, gagne en popularité parmi les athlètes de haut niveau en tant que forme de thérapie. L’utilisation de l’acupuncture
With the Canada Games in PEI, it’s good to talk about the gain in popularity of acupuncture for athletes! Acupuncture, a practice that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body, has been gaining popularity among high performance athletes as a form of therapy. The use of acupuncture for sports injury rehabilitation and
Qi Gong is an ancient practice of self cultivation that incorporates physical exercise, stretching, meditation & breathwork to heal, balance and unite the mind, body & spirit. There are many different styles of Qi Gong, each with their own specific objectives. Some styles of Qi Gong help develop martial arts skill, while others are specifically
We are celebrating women’s day by introducing you to Women’s Qi Gong! Read More »
As we enter into the new year and the depths of winter, many people are faced with health challenges such as seasonal mood disorder, arthritis, and the risk of injury. These conditions can be particularly troublesome in places like Dartmouth and Halifax, where the cold and dark winter months can take a toll on both
