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05/22/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Sperm quality is a marker for men’s general health; low sperm counts linked to increased risk of diabetes, heart disease

Low sperm count may mean more than the inability to sire a child. It could point to serious health problems. A study on a group of men’s semen quality, the largest so far, shows that low sperm count is linked to metabolic changes, cardiovascular risk, and low bone mass. The study’s lead investigator, Dr. Alberto […]

04/20/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Acupuncture helps alleviate menopausal symptoms

Most older women will tell you menopause is a difficult stage in life. They experience hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, and a loss of libido, among others. These bothersome symptoms make it harder for them to enjoy life after retirement. Other women take medicine to get going. But recent research shows they don’t have […]

03/26/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Tai Chi found to significantly improve knee movement and flexibility in osteoarthritis patients

The day is sunny and bright. You’re looking forward to a fun weekend at the park with your family. The picnic basket is prepared, and so are the children’s toys and favorite things. But your knee suddenly hurts, and you could hardly walk. A few minutes later, it’s swelling and tender to the touch. You’re experiencing […]

03/21/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Evaluation of conventional treatment versus acupuncture on brain activity in ischemic stroke patients

Do ischemic stroke patients recover better if they under acupuncture, or conventional treatment? A group of researchers found out that the two ways of treatment are different from each other. However, it was acupuncture that improved symptoms of stroke patients by making significant changes in the sensory, emotional and motor aspects of their body. They found out […]

03/10/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Chinese Medicine prescription found to improve heart function in those with dilated cardiomyopathy

The efficacy of Chinese versus western medicine has been a subject of debate for years. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) banks on plant roots, fruits and herbs to cure illnesses. Western medicine, on other hand, consists of lab-synthesized chemical drugs. A recent study focused on the effect of TCM, using Yiqi Yangyin (a mixture of various herbs) to […]

03/10/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

TCM found to be effective at treating infertility caused by diminished ovarian reserve

The rise in the number of working women has delayed pregnancy and resulted in lower fertility rates. Families are getting smaller, and some women of child-bearing age are suffering from secondary infertility. They’re postponing childbirth in favor of careers. Those who do give birth prefer are happy with just one or two children. This is […]

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