At this time of year, the yang energy in the universe begins to descend from its peak while yin energy starts to grow. Accordingly, the yang energy in the human body also starts to decline. Thus, at least another hour of sleep is recommended....

In TCM, the heart is often referred to as the “ruler” of our organs. It is said that the heart houses the Shen, which has an influential role over the entire body....

Maintain a good mood and even spirits for good health is common traditional advice to Chinese women for beauty and health - the same goes for men....

Drinking a bowl of cold sweet mung bean soup every day is a Chinese habit in summer - it's a delicious dessert and a "cold" (yin energy) treat to cool down your system in the heat....

TCM divides colds into four categories according to their four basic causes - pathogenic cold, wind, damp and heat. Cold and wind are common in winter and spring; damp and heat in summer, but several elements can occur together. They require different treatments....

Chinese medicine works better than traditional western treatment in relieving irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), said a study revealed by the Chinese University of Hong Kong on Thursday....