Hugo Vander
I graduated a while back and now back to school to study acupuncture and oriental medicine. Although not an expert at writing, but I do enjoy writing and researching, especially when it is an attempt to try solving a puzzle in a topic of interest. Now and then, I would write and post certain articles of interest in many categories from food, to science, to acupuncture and oriental medicine. I'm especially a fanatic in Chinese herbal medicine. Hopefully, someone or other students in the same field of interest would also read them for fun. To sum it up, I am quite a nerd.
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Herbal Remedy: Gao Ben Can Relieve Vertex HeadacheVertex headache occurs on the vertex of the head, or the whorl area. It is considered a Liver syndrome by Chinese medicine, and Gao Ben is an effective herb to relieve this symptom.
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Bai Zhi: An Effective Herbal Solution for SinusitisNeed a gentle and effective solution for nasal congestion do to cold illnesses? Bai Zhi, or Chinese Angelica Root, is very effective and worth considering
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Qiang Huo: An Herbal Remedy for Occipital HeadacheThere are many kinds of headaches. Qiang Huo is an herb used in Chinese medicine clinics for headaches in the occipital region. Here are the properties as well as other functions of Qiang Huo.
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Herbal Healing: The Properties of Zi Su YeIn Chinese medicine, having chills and fever is considered an "exterior wind-cold syndrome." Zi Su Ye, or Perilla, is a great herb for this condition.
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Fang Feng for Bi Syndrome: A Pungent and Sweet Herb for Pain ReliefBi syndrome in Chinese medicine is also known as pain that is due to disruption of Qi flow. Fang Feng is a great herb for Bi syndrome as well as other conditions.
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Jing Jie for Heavy Periods: Aromatic Herb Has the Ability to Stop the BleedingThe herb Jing Jie should be every woman's medicine. Chinese medicine does not view heavy periods as normal. Find out more with the properties of Jing Jie.
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Ma Huang: A Misunderstood HerbMa Huang, or Ephedra, is an unfairly misunderstood herb. Here are the real functions of Ma Huang in Chinese Medicine being very useful for certain health conditions.
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Health Benefits of JujubeJujube, or Chinese dates, can be eaten as fruits as well as taken as medicine.
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Gui Pi for Poor DigestionIn Chinese medicine, poor digestion is a problem with the spleen and stomach energy. Gui Pi can strengthen the spleen qi energy to improve digestion.
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Yi Zhi Ren for Strengthening Kidney FunctionsA pungent and effective herb, Yi Zhi Ren is the one of the many types of cardamom used in Chinese medicine. Great for kidney Yang deficiency.
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Du Zhong for Yang DeficiencyYang deficiency symptoms include cold hands and feet, weakness, loose stool, spontaneous sweating. Du Zhong is an effective herb for Yang deficiency.
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Zhi Gan Cao in Chinese MedicineZhi Gan Cao in Chinese medicine is often use as one of the main harmonizers for a formula. It also has its own medicinal effect when used alone.
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Ling Zhi: The Mystical MushroomThe famous and mystical Ling Zhi mushroom has the ability to strengthen all the Zang organs in Chinese medicine.
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Shan Yao Supplement for Seminal EmissionFor men: Do you have a problem with spontaneous or unintentional seminal emissions? Find out how this Chinese herbal supplement can help this common problem that is not talked much about.
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Illegal to Sleep Naked in Minnesota - and More Weird LawsLaws are great, except when they are too weird. Here are some of those laws. Beware, they are real.
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Health Benefits of Dang ShenThis powerful herb can act as an energy tonic as well as medicine for some illnesses. It is gentler than Ginseng and often acts as a substitute.
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For Men: Improve Your Image with a Bigger NeckNo more excuses for the pencil-neck syndrome. A bigger, more muscular neck can improve any man's image much faster than other typical muscles.
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How to Play Your Favorite Piano Song by MemoryIf you can play your favorite piano song in your head, you can play it with your fingers. Here are the uncommon, yet effective ways to learn to play piano even if you haven't had any lesson.
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Bai Zhu and Spleen DeficiencyInformation on the benefits of Bai Zhu as an effective Chinese herb for spleen deficiency symptoms such as poor appetite, loose stool, bloating, edema.
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The Dangers of Taking Panax GinsengGinseng is a popular and powerful herb commonly used as a qi tonic. However, Panax Ginseng is not for everyone. Find out why.
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How Do Vietnamese-Americans Celebrate Thanksgiving?An inside look at the culture of the Vietnamese-Americans and their way of celebrating the American holiday of Thanksgiving.
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Astragalus Can Help Spontaneous SweatingSpontaneous sweating, or excessive sweating, can be embarrassing, but there is an underlying health condition. Find out how Astragalus may help spontaneous sweating according to Chinese medicine.
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World Health Organization Supports Traditional Chinese MedicineThis article discusses the integration of the time-tested traditional Chinese medicine into modern health-care and its challenges, as well as how the World Health Organization can make it possible.
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The Prickles on Your Tongue - What Do They Mean?Prickles on your tongue are more than just a temporary characteristic that you can ignore. With the diagnostic method of traditional Chinese medicine, you can find out what do those prickles mean.
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Look in the Mirror - Do You Have a Scalloped Tongue?Tongue diagnosis is very important and accurate in traditional Chinese medicine. Find out what does your scalloped tongue try to tell you about your health.
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Nerve Injury Regeneration and the Qi-Blood TheoryThis article describes the process of nerve regeneration after an injury. There is an insert of how the Qi-Blood theory of Chinese medicine and application of acupuncture fit in and can help.
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Solanine Poisoning from Your Favorite FoodsFind out how you have been ingesting the common solanine toxin in your everyday favorite foods without realizing the damage it can do.
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Myers' Cocktail - Another Way of Taking VitaminsWhat exactly is Myers' Cocktail? Find out why this nutrient therapy is much more advance than simply taking your daily vitamins.
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Benefits of IP6 from Bran of Whole GrainsDiscover the benefits of IP6, a phytic acid, from rice bran and other whole grains. There will be an insert of Chinese philosophy on whole foods.
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Ice-fishing on EuropaA pretending, yet very possible mission for exploring Europa.
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Chronic Migraine Headache and Chinese MedicineAn explanation of migraine headache using the theories of Chinese medicine.
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Eczema and Spleen Explained by Chinese MedicineAn explanation of chronic eczema by traditional Chinese medicine.
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The Psychology of Forced and Spontaneous LaughterFind out the psychology behind the forced versus spontaneous laughter and their effect on our mood. A few psychological studies will help explain the comparison as well as ways to research it.
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Funny Quirks in Medical TerminologyA personal and funny attempt at trying to decode the complexity of medical terminology. Here are a few quirks in medical terminology that will make you wonder, "what were they thinking?"
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Cholera - Uncommon FactsLearn the unique facts about cholera at the cellular level to understand why it is still an deadly epidemic disease.
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Chronic Fatique Syndrome and Chinese MedicineA quick explanation of how traditional Chinese medicine explains the pathology behind the common chronic fatigue syndrome
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Multiple Sclerosis - Explained by Chinese MedicineA personal attempt at trying to explain the cause of multiple sclerosis of a dear friend, according to what I have learned so far as an acupuncture student.
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Cholesterol and the Nobel Prize for Konrad Bloch and Feodor LynenA historical overview of the amazing and enduring scientific findings of cholesterol by Konrad Bloch and Feodor Lynen, who both shared the 1964 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
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Mouth and Tongue Ulcers Explained by TCMAn overview of how traditional Chinese medicine explains the pathology of mouth and tongue ulcers
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Baby Clams in Tomato Curry SauceStill don't know what to do with that can of baby clams besides steaming and putting in soup? Try this amazingly delicious recipe of baby clams in tomato curry sauce.
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Delicious Spicy Lemon-Grass Chicken RecipeNeed a delicious way to spice up that usual and boring chicken breasts recipe? Try some lemon grass!
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Why Asian Food Saves You MoneyDo you find yourself paying too much for food while trying to be healthy? Find out why you should start shopping in Asian supermarkets instead.
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Tips for Selling Your Art on eBayAre you a self-represented artist or just someone who has an artistic talent? These tips will help get you started on selling your artwork on eBay.
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Road Trip Tips for Solo TravelersFind out useful tips for those who drive and travel across the states alone.
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Top Reasons to Eat More CabbageThe health benefits of this plain-looking vegetable are anything but plain! Find out the top reasons why you should eat more cabbage.
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How Raw is Too Raw? Not Just Anyone Can Be a Raw Food EaterHow raw can you go? Eating raw, live food can be beneficial, but can also be costly. Find out why it is not for everyone, based on Chinese medicine. -
My Long Battle with Acne - How I Finally Ended ItFor those who suffer with acne, I would like to share my battle with acne and how I finally got everything under control by simply following a few rules. -
Are We Protecting or Smothering Our Kids?Everything parents do in this modern American society was supposedly to protect their kids. But there is a fine line between protecting and smothering.
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Killing Germs with UV Rays at HomeA new gadget now available for home use to kill germs effectively without chemicals or getting your hands dirty. -
How to Make Vietnamese Summer Rolls (Goi Cuon)Vietnamese summer rolls are the opposite of spring rolls and egg rolls. They are fresh, low calories, healthy, and especially tasty. -
Stir-Frying Without a Wok - That's Right! It Can Be DoneWith all these talk and instructions about the wonderfulness of the wok, it seems like it is the only solution for stir-frying. That's not necessary true!
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Losing Weight the Easy Way: Look at Your Diet!You seek so many solutions to weight loss, when the answer is much closer than you think. Find out how simply giving a closer look at your current diet can be the key to your weight loss goal.
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A Quadriplegic Lost 80 Pounds of Weight in Six MonthsJust when you think exercise is a must-have in order to lose weight, think again. Find out how even a quadriplegic is able to lose weight simply by managing his diet.
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Digestive Enzymes Supplements: The Necessary Ingredients for the Modern DietAre you tired of having symptoms of gas, indigestion, bloating, heartburn? Find out how you can finally get to the bottom of those symptoms and how digestive enzymes supplements can help.