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Xylopia aethiopica – Introduction

”Xylopia aethiopica” is an evergreen, aromatic tree, growing up to 20m high. It is a native to the lowland rainforest and moist fringe forests in the savanna zones of Africa. The dried fruits of ”X. aethiopica” (Grains of Selim) are used as a spice and a traditional medicine. Adapted from the Wikipedia article Xylopia aethiopica, [...]

Vanillic acid – Occurrence in nature

The highest amount of Vanillic acid in plants known so far is found in the root of ”Angelica sinensis”, usually referred to as “dong quai”, “dang gui” or “female ginseng” (Chinese: 当归), a herb indigenous to China, which is traditionally used in Traditional Chinese medicine. Adapted from the Wikipedia article Vanillic acid, under the G. [...]

Huáng bǎi – Traditional attributes

The bark is categorized in a traditional Chinese medicine counterpart of humorism, Wu Xing, as bitter and cold, affecting the kidney, urinary bladder and large intestine meridians. Is said “to clear heat and dry dampness”, and “to reduce fire and release toxins”. Adapted from the Wikipedia article Huáng b&, under the G. N. U. Free [...]

Zuojin Wan – Introduction

Zuojin Wan ( ) is a yellowish-brown pill used in Traditional Chinese medicine to “quench ”liver-fire”, regulate the stomach function and relieve pain”. Indications include an “attack of the stomach by ”liver-fire” marked by epigastric and hypochondriac pain, bitterness in the mouth, heartburn and acid regurgitation, and a dislike for hot drinks”. Modern research has [...]

Yunnan Baiyao Group – Introduction

Yunnan Baiyao Group Co., Ltd is a Kunming-based company that conducts the research, development and manufacture of pharmaceutical products (mainly traditional Chinese medicine) as well as the wholesale and retail of outsourcing pharmaceutical products. Adapted from the Wikipedia article Yunnan Baiyao Group, under the G. N. U. Free Documentation License. Please also see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki

Bengal Fox – Threats

Lack of habitat protection is perhaps the greatest threat to the Indian fox. For example, in southern India, less than two percent of potential Indian fox habitat is covered under the existing protected area network of the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh . Hunting for its skin and flesh as well as conversion of [...]

Energy Work – Introduction

”Energy Work: The Secret of Healing and Spiritual Development” is a book by author Robert Bruce. He delineates his method of vibrational medicine that he refers to as “tactile imaging” that he introduced in his earlier ”Astral Dynamics” and develops it based on ideas from Traditional Chinese medicine and Kriya Yoga. Adapted from the Wikipedia [...]

Saw palmetto extract – Introduction

Saw palmetto extract is an extract of the fruit of ”Serenoa repens”. It is rich in fatty acids and phytosterols. It has been used in traditional, eclectic, and alternative medicine for a variety of indications, most notably benign prostatic hyperplasia. Adapted from the Wikipedia article Saw palmetto extract, under the G. N. U. Free Documentation [...]

Chã das Caldeiras – Spirits

After the white wine is fermented, the remnant pulp (Moscatel grapes) is distilled at high temperatures. This process results in a grape spirit, ”destilado de uva” (label “Espírito da Caldeira”), that is bright and clear. (Grape spirits are usually known by their Italian name, grappa.) The spirit’s strength enables the drinker to taste, and feel [...]

Spinal manipulation – History

Spinal manipulation is a therapeutic intervention that has roots in traditional medicine and has been used by various cultures, apparently for thousands of years. Hippocrates, the “father of medicine” used manipulative techniques, as did the ancient Egyptians and many other cultures. A modern re-emphasis on manipulative therapy occurred in the late 19th century in North [...]

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