What if the secret to calming poison ivy's relentless itch has been growing in your backyard all along? Long overlooked as a common weed, this humble plant has a surprising history of traditional use for soothing irritated skin. Discover the simple two-step method that transforms an ordinary garden nuisance into a cooling remedy that may bring welcome relief when poison ivy strikes.

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Chinese yam has been treasured in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries as a nourishing food-herb that gently builds vitality.

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Can't sleep? Eat coriander (cilantro). The coriander root contains natural melatonin, which is much better than you counting sheep.

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Kidney deficiency can occur in men and women, and can be divided into various types, including kidney yin deficiency, kidney yang deficiency, and deficiency of kidney qi.

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Rice Congee (for health purposes ) is a simple rice soup/porridge often eaten for breakfast in China. Congee is nutritious and easy to digest, and can help boost your immune system. Click to watch Wen Shu prepare her simple congee.

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Try these healthy gluten & refined sugar free breakfast pancakes. Wen Shu pairs hers with homemade sugar free cherry/pineapple jam and fresh fruit..

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In this video Wen Shu demonstrates how to make a nutritious and healthful celery drink. Click to watch, and to learn more about the many benefits of celery.

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The common daisy has many beneficial properties. The flowers and leaves can be brewed as tea or eaten fresh. Click to learn more.

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This year’s cold/flu season seems especially serious. Our clients are complaining of symptoms like diarrhea, sinus, headache, sore throat, excessive phlegm…etc. Here I have a germ fighting tea recipe that I would love to share with you. I love this tea very much and I found in addition to being so tasty, it produces amazing results!

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Turmeric provides many health benefits, and golden milk is a delicious way to incorporate turmeric in your daily routine.

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