Best Practices for Avoiding Post-Meal Drowsiness 1. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce digestive load. 2. Chew thoroughly to ease stomach burden and support Spleen Qi. 3. Take a gentle walk (10–15 minutes) post-meal to promote circulation and Qi movement. 4. Ensure sufficient nighttime sleep to prevent brain fatigue during the day. 5. Include foods that support digestion and Spleen function, such as oats, pumpkin, black sesame, and jujube dates.

A bruise (Ecchymosis) occurs when tiny capillaries under the skin rupture and leak blood into surrounding tissues. The color changes from red to purple, green, yellow, then brown as the hemoglobin breaks down into biliverdin, bilirubin, and hemosiderin.

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Fear is a universal emotion — and paradoxically, the most frightening of all. It evolved as a protective mechanism, helping us survive in the face of danger. But when fear grows unchecked, when it becomes detached from real threat and begins to haunt every corner of the mind, it transforms from a survival tool into a silent destroyer. That is the essence of Panphobia, or the fear of everything.

“Your tongue is not just a muscle. It’s a mirror.” In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the tongue is more than just a body part used for speech and taste. It’s a diagnostic window — reflecting the health of your heart, spleen, stomach, liver, lungs, and kidneys.

Lactose intolerance is not a true allergy, but rather a digestive condition. Here's how it works: Lactose is the natural sugar found in milk and dairy products. Lactase is the enzyme in your small intestine that breaks lactose down into glucose and galactose for absorption.

Belching—also known as burping—is a normal physiological process. It can arise naturally or be triggered by dietary habits and digestive disorders. Both Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) provide valuable yet distinct perspectives on this common occurrence.

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In 1912, Casimir Funk, a Polish biochemist, was studying beriberi. He discovered that when patients consumed rice bran, which contained an unidentified compound, their symptoms improved. He named this substance "Vitamin":

Blood tests that measure enzymes and substances reflecting liver health. Used to detect inflammation, bile duct blockages, or liver damage. Often ordered when patients have symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, indigestion, or itchy skin.

This is the pressure in your arteries when the heart contracts (beats) and pumps blood out. The heart contracts → Blood is pushed into the arteries This is when the pressure is at its highest It tells us how hard the heart has to work to push blood 🩺 Healthy range: Ideally below 120–129 mmHg

Modern View: ➤ Probiotics = good bacteria ➤ Prebiotics = fiber they feed on TCM View: ➤ Probiotics = invisible Qi defenders ➤ Prebiotics = nourishing foods that support Spleen & Stomach functions

"Constipation Is Not Cute. It's a Silent Gut Killer." Chronic constipation is more than just an occasional inconvenience; it can...

Gas in the stomach comes from poor digestion and imbalance. Western medicine blames certain foods and gut bacteria. TCM sees it as blocked Qi, weak Spleen, or cold/damp in the gut. Avoid cold, raw, sugary foods. Eat warm, cooked meals and manage stress to keep digestion smooth and gas-free.

Western medicine views the human body—especially the digestive system—as already equipped with efficient detoxification mechanisms. Your liver, kidneys, intestines, lungs, and skin all work together every day to eliminate toxins naturally.

Main Body: When you have diarrhea, 👉 You don’t just lose minerals 👉 You lose water faster than your body can survive. Severe dehydration causes: * Thickened blood → Heart strains harder → Risk of heart failure * Kidney shutdown → No urine output → Toxin buildup * Brain fog, seizures, unconsciousness * Shock and sudden death if untreated

What is constipation? According to modern medicine, constipation means you have infrequent, difficult, or incomplete bowel movements. You may be constipated if you experience: Fewer than 3 bowel movements per week Hard, dry, or lumpy stool (often like pebbles) Straining during bowel movements A feeling of incomplete evacuation (like something is still left inside) Bloating or abdominal discomfort Needing to use fingers or tools to help pass stool (in severe cases)

The Science: Brain–Gut Communication (Made Easy) ✅ The Gut is Your "Second Brain" Inside your gut is the Enteric Nervous System (ENS): over 100 million neurons controlling digestion. It communicates with the brain via the vagus nerve, a direct two-way information highway.

Hidden Risks of Ignoring IBS and How TCM Can Help Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is often dismissed as “just a stomach issue,” but it’s...

How to Ease Dysphagia with Acupuncture and TCM: Expert Tips from New York Practitioners in Forest Hills, Queens