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Pursuing the Elixir of Life: Chinese Medicine for Health

by Hai Hong, Karen Wee
Pursuing the Elixir of Life: Chinese Medicine for Health
Pursuing the Elixir of Life: Chinese Medicine for Health

Ancient practices meet modern health in synergy.

If you're intrigued by longevity and wellness, this tome bridges eras, making age-old Chinese medical practices accessible through modern interpretation. It's not just historical; it's practical, offering tangible recipes and exercises you can integrate into your daily routine for a healthier life, both in body and spirit. Plus, its foundation on popular lectures promises an engaging read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Pursuing the Elixir of Life: Chinese Medicine for Health

by Hai Hong, Karen Wee
ISBN: 9789813207042
Authors: Hai Hong, Karen Wee
Publisher: WSPC
Date of Publication: 2016-12-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy, Food & Drink, Science
Related Topics: Medicine, Food and Drink, Health, History, Cooking, Classics, Theory
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Since time immemorial, man has pursued the elusive elixir of life. The wisdom of ancient Chinese medicine declared immortality unattainable, but offered the elixir of longevity through lifestyle, diet, the judicious use of herbal tonics, and the practice of subtle but powerful exercises of qigong and taijiquan. This concise volume explains in modern scientific language the principles of ancient Chinese methods of health and the practice of yangsheng 养生 or life cultivation. Natural holistic solutions to health issues and the intricacies of Chinese diagnosis and therapies are brilliantly exposed, complete with detailed descriptions of herbs, acupuncture, and tuina. Discover appetizing recipes for soups, porridges, and teas that give you that healthy glow and nourish your body and soul. Based on a series of popular lectures by the authors, this book opens a new chapter in your pursuit of a long and fulfilling life. It is also excellent preparation for more advanced studies in Chinese medicine.
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Ancient practices meet modern health in synergy.

If you're intrigued by longevity and wellness, this tome bridges eras, making age-old Chinese medical practices accessible through modern interpretation. It's not just historical; it's practical, offering tangible recipes and exercises you can integrate into your daily routine for a healthier life, both in body and spirit. Plus, its foundation on popular lectures promises an engaging read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.