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Comparison of Zen Shiatsu and Five Element Theory
The central concept of Oriental Medicine is all physical disease is the result of disruption/obstruction in the flow of Qi (intrinsic energy). Zen Shiatsu Zen Shiatsu operates on the theory/concept of Kyo and Jitsu within the meridian system of the … Continue reading
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Tagged Five Element Theory, shiatsu, shiatsu diagnosis, Zen Shiatsu, zen theory
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Makko-Ho Exercises for Qi Developement
The Makko-ho are the meridian stretching exercises that were developed by Mr. Nagai as an aid to promote health and well-being. The stretches are designed to stimulate the flow of energy (Qi) in the meridians as well as stretching and … Continue reading
Arthritis relief through Qigong
About Arthritis Arthritis means “joint inflammation” and there are over 100 types including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. Inflammation is one of the body’s natural reactions to disease or injury, and includes swelling, pain and stiffness. Prolonged, chronic, inflammation can … Continue reading
Posted in Illnesses and Ailments, Therapies, Treatments
Tagged arthritis, chi gong, Chi Kung, gout, joint pain, medicinal qigong, osteoarthritis, Qigong, shen, Shibashi, TCM
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Salt and High Blood Pressure
We need it to survive………….. but too much is possibly a health risk too far. How Salt Affects Blood Pressure: Salt (sodium) is essential for our bodies to function and it is our kidneys that control the level of salt. … Continue reading
Shiatsu treatment for Whiplash
Whiplash in an injury, commonly caused by motor accidents, to the muscles of the neck and back that is caused by sudden and forceful jerking of the head forward and backwards. Symptoms of whiplash include headaches, pain and … Continue reading
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Tagged car accident, consciousness, headaches, neck pain, shiatsu, Try Shiatsu, whiplash
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Scotch Broth
We are still in the middle of winter ……….brrr. Get the body’s central heating going with a hearty bowl of Scotch Broth. Ingredients One boiling rib (700g) 75g pearl barley soaked overnight and then drained 150g dried marrowfat peas, soaked … Continue reading
Basic Frittata
“Omelette with substance” is how frittata was first described to me and I still think that’s the most apt way of describing it. Frittata is the Italian version of the omelette but it is deeper and far more substantial with … Continue reading
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Tagged easy food, frittata, italian food, nutritious food, omelette
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Carrot, Orange & Ginger Soup
This is a delicious and nutritious chilled soup for one of those hot summer days! Simple to make and great to eat. Ingredient list: – 450ml (3/4 pint) of stock (vegetable, or chicken) 375g (12 0z) of finely chopped carrots … Continue reading
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Tagged achiiled soup, Carrot, Carrot Orange & Ginger Soup, cold soup, Ginger, Orange, recipe, recipies, Soup, wholefood
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Shiatsu in Hospitals – evidence of efficacy
In a film that was based on over 30,000 Shiatsu treatments in a number of Vienna hospitals, over a 15 year period, the following statements have been made by some of the doctors and clinicians who took part. Doctor … Continue reading