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Food Therapy In Chinese Medicine Chinese medicine is based on balance and harmony, in which food therapy plays a pivotal role through its flavors, energies and movements. For thousands of years, the Chinese have used food science for food cures. The Philosophy of Acupuncture Treatmment Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing method using needles on the surface of the skin. It is based on the philosophy of Tao or Dao, which states that balance and harmony within the human body, specifically in the human organs, represented in the Five Elements, hold the key to human health. The objective of acupuncture treatment is to unblock any obstruction in the smooth flow of "qi" caused by the disharmony between the organs. Is an Herb a True Medication? Herbs are Nature's gifts. Many herbs do have their medicinal properties, which can cure many ailments with fewer side effects than pharmaceutical drugs. Indeed, some Western medications do include herbs in their ingredients - a testament to the medicinal potency of herbs. Because there is no regulation of herbal supplements by the FDA, consumers should be knowledgeable of herbs and their medicinal properties. Migraines without Medications Migraines can be prevented through eating pain-safe foods and eliminating foods that are migraine triggers. Keep a diary of all the foods that may cause migraines. At the first hint of an impending migraine attack, massage the large blood vessel in the temple area. In addition, use feverfew and ginger, as well as vitamins and minerals, such as calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium, to combat migraines. Healthy Longevity and Taoism Healthy longevity is related to Taoism, the ancient Chinese wisdom on the art of living in harmony in all physical and spiritual aspects. Taoism emphasizes the return to health rejuvenation through non-action and spontaneity, like a baby. You achieve health rejuvenation through exercise and healthy breathing, and living a simple lifestyle with contentment. Depression And The Oriental Health According to the Oriental medicine, depression is related to liver "qi" (internal life energy). Unlike Western medicine, the Oriental approach emphasizes the physical rather than the psychological aspects of the disease. The Oriental health uses diet, exercise, and acupuncture to treat the causes of depression, while the Western medicine uses psychology and medications to treat the symptoms.