Oriental medicine (OM), also known as Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a healing art that existed in some form or other for more than 3,000 years. Some of the earlier texts date back from the Han Dynasty (206 BCE to 220 ACE). In the western world, it is commonly known as acupuncture. However, acupuncture is only one of several modalities that physicians of TCM use to treat patients. TCM emphasizes the role of the body in the healing process and uses herbs and natural agents to maintain health. It is an effective form of treatment and a particularly safe form of therapy. TCM is a complete medical system that takes into account every aspect of human life to promote health and well-being. It sees the body as one whole entity like a “Garden” and encompasses its physical, emotional, energetic, as well as its spiritual aspects. It emphasizes on the “Vis medicatrix” the “healing power of nature” better known as “the inborn ability of the human body to respond to the insult of illness or injury and restore itself to health in most episodes of disease or trauma (Whorton, 2002, p. 6).” The goal for treatment is boosting the ecological condition to favor self-regulatory capacity. Physicians in the eastern world are trained to examine skin, complexion, bones, channels, smells, sounds, mental state, preferences, emotions, tongue, pulse, demeanor, and body build to discern patterns that underlie a patient’s complaints. TCM’s wholistic approach to healing addresses the underlying cause of disease, and allows the body to heal itself naturally. Physicians are taught to treat the cause not just the symptoms of an illness so that the body can function more efficiently and therefore ensuring true health.
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Five Foods To Boost Immunity
Don't want to get sick this season? Who does, right? Well here are some foods that will give your immune system what it needs to stay healthy! Making sure you're getting all of your essential vitamins and minerals is a huge step you can take towards making sure you don't get sick. Remember that a healthy, balanced diet and regular exercise are the best things you can do to keep your body healthy!
1. Yogurt - Yogurt containing probiotics (healthy bacteria to colonize your gut, which is home to the majority of your immune system) is an excellent way to boost immunity. Choose a low- or sugar free option for optimal health benefit!
2. Garlic - garlic is a natural antibiotic and taking it regularly can help fight off bacterial infections. It is also a natural blood thinner so be sure to talk to your doctor before taking in excess amounts of garlic if you're already taking blood thinners such as warfarin or coumadin.
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3. Fish - fish contain the essential fatty acid omega-3 (commonly referred to as fish oil). Most Americans don't get enough of this essential nutrient in our diets. Omega-3 helps to reduce inflammation and having enough in circulation can help protect you from infection.
4. Tea - Drinking black or green tea can have a significant impact on your ability to fight off viral infections. Bonus: Add honey to your tea for some sweetness and added nutrients. Honey is a great source of antioxidants it also has antimicrobial properties to help fight infection!
5. Mushrooms - mushrooms have been found to increase the activity and production of white blood cells which are vital for a healthy immune system.
There are many more foods that can help boost your immune system. Choosing foods that are high in Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C (such as bananas and oranges) are also very important in fighting and preventing infections!
Dr. Alesha Fleming
Natural Health and Wellness Chiropractic, LLC
Daytona Beach, FL
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Dr. Fleming is a family chiropractor in Daytona Beach, Florida. She is passionate about preventative health care and nutrition and enjoys empowering her patients to improve their health and fitness, one day at a time!
