A recent article discusses research on the effects of too much sleep. According to Chinese medicine, sleep is related to heart energy. Too much or too little sleep affects the heart, and too much or too little heart energy affects … Continue reading
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A number of studies have tried to determine whether coffee increases the risk of heart attacks. There is no clear answer: some studies suggest that it does, others that it doesn’t. A recent study suggests that it may do either, … Continue reading
Researchers believe that mental, physical and sexual activity can help ward off dementia and other degenerative diseases because they stimulate new brain cells. According to Chinese medicine, mental health depends on heart energy. Both mental and physical activity increase heart … Continue reading
According to new research, ‘normal’ forgetfulness in the elderly is likely to be the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease or cerebrovascular disease. According to Chinese medicine, mental activity is related to the heart: if heart energy is low, circulation diminishes … Continue reading
According to new research, treating depression in the elderly can not only improve their spirits but also their physical health, which allows them to remain independent longer. Another study suggests that exercise may help depression. According to Chinese medicine, happiness … Continue reading
A new study suggests that mental activity may help delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease (Busy Minds May Slow Alzheimer’s). According to the Law of 5 elements, mental activity belongs to the Fire element, which is exactly what the mind … Continue reading
Researchers want to know why breast cancer is more common in industrialized societies, particularly among shift workers (Breast cancer mystery frustrates scientists). One theory points the finger at increased exposure to artificial light, which disrupts the body’s natural sleep and … Continue reading