Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS): The Double-Edged Sword Behind Chronic Disease and Cancer
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Double-Edged Sword Behind Chronic Disease and Cancer Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) are often described as harmful “free radicals.” While excessive ROS can damage cells, they are not inherently bad. In fact, they are essential signalling molecules required for immune defence, cellular communication, and tissue repair. The problem begins when ROS production overwhelms the body’s […]
Expensive Fertiliser on Dead Soil: Why Supplements Fail Without a Foundation
Reading Time: 2 minutesAre you spending a fortune on high-quality supplements but still feeling bankrupt when it comes to your energy? Before you click “purchase” on another miracle bottle, you need to understand why your body might be rejecting the help. In the rush for optimized health, it is tempting to bypass the grocery store and head straight […]
Why Intense Post-CNY Workouts May Stall Progress
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe “Burn It Off” Myth: A common reaction to the Chinese New Year festive season is an immediate rush to the gym for high-intensity exercise. The goal is often to quickly burn off the calories from festive treats. However, for a body already dealing with the effects of excess sugar and disrupted sleep, this all-or-nothing […]
Understanding Blood Sugar Through an Integrative Lens
Reading Time: 3 minutesDoes managing your blood sugar feel like a constant uphill battle? Many people feel like they are fighting a losing war against their own bodies, chasing numbers on a glucose monitor while feeling more restricted and frustrated by the day. But what if your rising blood sugar isn’t a sign of failure, but a signal? […]
Is “No Chicken when Coughing” Actual Wisdom?
Reading Time: 3 minutes“Don’t you touch that chicken while you’re coughing!” Most of us grew up with this persistent warning echoing through our kitchens. As we grew older, many of us dismissed it as a quaint urban myth—an old wives’ tale that feels out of place in our world of protein macros and evidence-based nutrition. But in Traditional […]
Cough Is Not Just a Lung Problem
Reading Time: 2 minutesCough is often linked to lung or respiratory issues. However, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), cough is seen as a signal that any of the five vital organs — Lungs, Spleen, Liver, Heart, and Kidneys — may be out of balance. These organs refer not to their anatomical form, but to functional systems that govern […]
A Chiropractor’s Guide to Lunar New Year Cleaning
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the lead-up to Chinese New Year, the tradition of sao nian (spring cleaning) represents more than just a tidy home—it’s a symbolic clearing of bad luck to make room for the new. However, from a chiropractic perspective, this sudden burst of intense physical activity—often involving repetitive bending, overhead reaching, and heavy lifting—is a common […]
Spring Cleaning or Spring Crunched? 3 Most Common Injuries that Occurs During This Season
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs Chinese New Year approaches, many homeowners dive headfirst into deep-cleaning projects. While a tidy home is great for mental clarity, the sudden transition from a sedentary lifestyle to intense physical labour can be a recipe for spinal disaster. Research indicates that cleaning workers are a high-risk group for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), with prevalence rates […]
Eating Well This Chinese New Year: A TCM Guide
Reading Time: 2 minutesChinese New Year is a time of reunion, celebration, and abundance. Our tables are filled with festive snacks, sweet drinks, and mandarin oranges symbolising luck and prosperity. However, from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, overindulgence can easily disrupt the body’s balance, especially in children and the elderly, whose digestive systems are more sensitive. Common […]
Spring Cleaning Pain? It’s Time to “Clean” Your Pain Too
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there is a simple principle: “Where there is blockage, there is pain.” Pain is not merely damaged tissue—it is a sign that something in the body is no longer flowing as it should. Every Chinese New Year, Spring Cleaning brings this truth to the surface. After a day of lifting, […]