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
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A small study indicates that dark chocolate — but neither white nor milk chocolate — may help reduce blood pressure. According to Chinese medicine, high blood pressure can be caused by an excess of either the Earth element or the … 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
For the first time in many years, the average life expectancy in the USA could go down because of obesity, with people dying from heart disease, diabetes and kidney failure, all of which are related to being overweight. According to … Continue reading
Vitamin E supplements do not seem to prevent cancer, strokes or heart attacks and may, in fact, increase the risk of heart failure (Study Raises Doubts About Vitamin E Supplements). Vitamin E supplements are oil-based. Oil, according to Chinese medicine, … Continue reading
Researchers are investigating whether eating dairy products can lead to weight loss. In Chinese medicine, excess weight occurs when the Water element is stronger than the Fire element. Dairy products belong to the Earth element, which has the property of … Continue reading
Both high blood pressure and abnormally low blood pressure can have a negative effect on thinking ability, according to a study. Chinese medicine sees problems of the mind as circulation problems. High and low blood pressure are both circulation problems. When circulation is … 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
Laughing every day may help keep the heart healthy but depression can lead to heart failure, according to two new studies (Laughter May Be Good for the Heart, Study Finds). This can be explained by Chinese medicine, which believes that … Continue reading
In recent years, green tea has been the subject of much research and has been found to be effective for a variety of illnesses. According to the Law of 5 elements, green tea belongs to the Wood element. It is … Continue reading