(Natural News) A team of scientists from Jinan University in China has found that Kangbingdu (KDB), a herbal medicine widely used in traditional Chinese medicine, can improve symptoms of influenza. Their findings, which appeared in the journal Phytomedicine, support the popular use of the formula in treating flu symptoms. While KDB is a popular flu treatment in […]

(Natural News) Bleomycin, a drug often used to treat cancer, is also associated with lung damage in patients. A study published in the journal Chinese Herbal Medicines revealed that Shenge Yangfei Capsules (SGYF), an herbal formula used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), can help prevent pulmonary fibrosis that occurs due to cancer treatment. The researchers studied the effects of […]

(Natural News) Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy using traditional Chinese medicine that could be a great alternative to prescription medication for people suffering from insomnia, according to research. The study, led by the Guangdong Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, looked at published material which compared moxibustion compared to other forms of therapy to determine its effectiveness. […]

(Natural News) A herbal compound used in traditional Chinese medicine can be used to treat a type of pneumonia caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria, according to researchers from the Henan University of Chinese Medicine. In their study, which was published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they suggested that Dusuqing granules have the ability to inhibit the effects of Klebsiella […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Guangxi University discovered that the Chinese medicinal plant Spatholobus suberectus Dunn can remedy viral infections through its antioxidant properties. Viruses are microorganisms that hijack host cells so that they can reproduce more of themselves. If the virus is pathogenic to the host, it could cause diseases brought about by cellular damage. […]

(Natural News) Your central nervous system consists of your brain and your spinal cord, while your peripheral nervous system connects these to the rest of your body. Peripheral neuropathy occurs when your peripheral nervous system malfunctions, causing weakness, numbness, feelings of “pins and needles,” and pain in your body. If you suffer from peripheral neuropathy, […]

(Natural News) Cupping therapy goes way back to ancient Chinese medicinal practices, but it has been gaining popularity today. It is a form of acupuncture that uses cups instead of needles, which are made from different materials, such as bamboo, silicone, plastic, and glass. During a cupping session, around three to five cups are placed onto […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Huazhong University of Science and Technology have found that using Jiao-Tai-Wan — a herbal decoction used in traditional Chinese medicine — can promote better sleep. The finding, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, supports the traditional use of the plant as a therapeutic agent for insomnia and its accompanying complications. In the study, the team […]

(Natural News) In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture is often used to relieve pain and other health complaints. According to the results of a study, acupuncture is just as effective as drug therapy when treating high blood pressure (hypertension). The study was conducted by researchers from the Jiaozuo Tongren Hospital in China. Can acupuncture reduce high […]

(Natural News) Your kidneys play an important role in the elimination of toxins from your body. If you eat an unhealthy diet or if you are regularly exposed to pollution, these harmful toxins can accumulate in your body and overload your kidneys. This can lead to kidney damage, kidney disease, or even chronic kidney failure. […]