Archive for March, 2010

Acupuncture for Hay Fever

If part of you is dreading the approach of late Spring, and the pollen it will bring, acupuncture may hold the answer. Chinese medicine provides an effective and side-effect free alternative for treatment of hay fever, which has been approved by the World Heal...

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Calendula (Marigold) – The Perfect Herb?

This year I would like to encourage you to grow some Calendula (Pot Marigold) along with me. In my view, it ticks all the boxes for a herb to grow at home. I only have a small garden, so every plant needs to earn its keep. Calendula does so admirably – i...

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Moxibustion

Moxibustion refers to the burning of Chinese Mugwort (or Moxa) – normally as an accompanyment to acupuncture or tui na in order to provide a gentle source of heat. It can be used as a way of stimulating acupoints, or used to warm a whole area. There are ...

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