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Points Newsletter - November 2007
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Herbal
Energy Boost: Ginseng and Cordyceps
By Dr.
Maoshing Ni, L.Ac., D.O.M., Ph.D.
Who doesn't need an energy boost in this
fast-paced world? As we speed along in our technological and
intellectual pursuits, life demands that we rapidly adapt to many
changes.
The balancing act between home, family, and work causes stress and
strain that can usher in the aging process prematurely. Here are two
tonic herbs that will nurture and regenerate you for the rest of your
years.
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Herbs
"More Helpful" than Drugs for Menstrual Pain
A
study involving nearly 3,500 women in several countries suggests that
Chinese herbs might be more effective in relieving menstrual cramps than
drugs, acupuncture or heat compression.
Australia-based researchers said herbs not only relieved pain, but
reduced the recurrence of the condition over three months, according to
the Cochrane Library journal. 
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Healthy
Alternative to the Typical Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving
dinner does not have to be synonymous with bloating, fullness and
indigestion.The following are
healthy, delicious recipes that are not on your typical Thanksgiving
menu, but they may prevent the common food hangover.
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RECENT RESEARCH |
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A
Controlled Study on Treatment of Mental
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Yin Chen Hao Tang
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ASK THE DOCTOR
Q:
What can you suggest to alleviate gas discomfort, and what foods should one
stay away from if you suffer from this?
A:
Gas
is indicative of digestive function deficiency and stagnation of Qi (Chi).
This can be alleviated with reducing the foods that produce gas, increasing
physical activity, and maintaining a healthy diet...

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