A run of sleepless nights is not only frustrating, but also physically and psychologically damaging, affecting work, relationships and social life. A Champagne-fueled English breakfast certainly eases the creases on the brow, especially if it is worked off with a good exercise regime in the pool, gym or both after the inevitable nap.
Suggestions on fighting against Spring Sleepness
Fans of exotically flavored saffron may call it a spice to die for, but centuries ago on the ancient Silk Road, such a statement was literally true. Traders risked great hardships to attain the fragrant spice worth more than its weight in gold......
Many people find it difficult to adjust back to work and study after a pleasant holiday. Post-holiday Syndrome is characterized by fatigue, anxiety and sleepiness. Here are some TCM tips to help you beat the syndrome.
Sanfu in the Chinese Lunar Calendar, refers to the three 10-days periods that are predicted to be the hottest days of the year, which are called Toufu, Zhongfu and Mofu respectively. It is between mid-July to mid-August, and the beginning days of Sanfu varies year from year......
The "energy balls" and "super-food mocha" from Sprout Lifestyle Cafe in Shanghai have won a place in the hearts of patrons of the city's cafes and food boutiques. But for Kimberly Ashton, the co-founder and owner of the cafe, the snack and beverage are just sweet and aromatic bait to get diners hooked on a lifelong agenda of eating food that is both enjoyable and healthy.
You don't need to be an expert to know that Chinese women today are highly conscious of their looks and take great pains to maintain themselves. I am amazed at the women I see in malls and the metro who are all impeccably groomed and look as fresh as daisies at any time of the day.
TCM experts believe that eating more porridge will help people prevent and treat colds and flu. Porridge helps the body sweat, clears the heat, and dispels the cold. Also, porridge is easy to digest and can protect the stomach from the side effects of drugs.
She has her three meals at fixed times every day 6:30 am, 12 pm and 6 pm. For breakfast she eats oatmeal and fresh fruit with milk; for lunch she has fish, vegetables, tofu and rice; and for dinner Chen eats vegetables with a porridge made from a variety of coarse grains and beans.
It has been an old tradition for Chinese families, particularly in the north, to eat a big meal of meat on the first day of autumn. The tradition continues. In major meat stores in Beijing last Monday, the supply of pork leg and head meat could not meet the demand. Many restaurants also served their signature meat dishes to customers.
At first, he ate plain rice porridge, but later the doctor added in other ingredients. In spring, when qi is said to rise, he often drank rice porridge with yam, dried lily bulbs, and dried fruits such as Chinese wolfberry, which is supposed to clear excessive internal heat.
The former medic, who is in her 20s, is one of the most successful Chinese young designers, skillfully combining Chinese tradition with Western aesthetics. Since swapping the stethoscope for the drawing board she has designed for top international brands like Zegna and Alessi. Some in the profession have even compared her to Italian designer Armani.