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5ways to agegracefullyAging may be inevitable, but poor health is not.For centuries, Chinese Longevity Medicine has made qualitative differences in improvingthe undesirable effects of aging. By activating circulation, nourishing hormones, removingtoxins and calming the nervous system, TCM treatments promote regeneration andrestore vitality. Treatment modalities include acupuncture, tonic herbs, bodywork, dietarysupplements, detoxification and psycho-spiritual guidance.1. What You EatIt is no surprise that diet is crucial to health and longevity. A diet high in fish andvegetables and low in animal products such as meat and poultry, is key to traditionalChinese medical wisdom.2. What You DoTai chi practitioners live longer and remain healthier. In addition to being a veryenjoyable practice, tai chi makes you stronger and more flexible. Recent studies havefound that tai chi increases energy, boosts immunity, lowers blood pressure andimproves cognitive function.3. How You Heal‘First do no harm.’ This simple, yet profound ancient wisdom, holds true today.How can healing be effective if the cure causes harm? Prevention is the key tomaintaining good health; if healing is required, seek natural remedies that‘first do no harm.’4. Who You AreUnderstanding your inherited and genetic vulnerabilities and the need for preventiongives you a head start on anti-aging. Chinese Longevity Medicine promotes self-responsibilityand awareness of yourself, your relationships and your health.5. Where You AreEnvironmental factors can cause damage to your well-being. Avoid chemical compounds.Buy organic foods when possible, and use glass for storing liquids. Seek out recycyled andunbleached paper products. Undergo periodic detoxification of your body.May you live long and well. - DR. MAOENDURING YOUTHHERBAL FORMULAFrom the 38-generatinNi Family pharmacopeiaStrengthens the WaterElement, including kidneys,bladder, endocrine systemand skeletal structure. Enduring Youthtonifies the body to reduce the effectsof a stressful lifestyle. It enhances theroot force of life, hormone systemreserve, water metabolism, staminaand reproductive health.SIGNS OF WATER IMBALANCE: prone tourinary/genital and reproductive problemsaffecting the kidneys, bladder, urinary tract,ovaries, testes, hormonal system, lowerback, impotence, infertility and aging.ENDURING YOUTH INGREDIENTS:Chinese Yam Rhizome, Altai AnenomeRhizome, Fennel Seed, Schisandra Fruit,Rehmannia Root Tuber, Achryanthes Root,Brousonnetia Fruit, Lycium Fruit, AsiaticDogwood Fruit, Sichuan Teasel Root, PolygalaRoot, Poria Sclerotium.Directions: 3 - 6 capsules per day.EYCAP - 90 capsules - $19.95Pure concentrated extractsAVAILABLE ATthe Tao of Wellness Healing Center,at www.taoofwellness.com and atthe Yo San University bookstore800.578.9526.w w w. t a o o f w e l l n e s s . c o m | 3
SymbolsIN CHINESE DININGBY MARKA MEYERYou have seen families seated at a round table in Chinese restaurants, enjoying a plentifularray of beautiful foods. Did you know that the presentation of an abundance of foodshas a subtle underlying meaning? In Chinese culture, a plentiful table is believed toencourage plentiful children and abundant wealth.At a gala banquet, a whole fish is served to represent togetherness and completeness; thefish is prepared with its head and finny parts still attached. The celebratory fish is served ona platter with its head pointed toward the most important guest. Because it is the principaldish, the whole fish is presented with great fanfare and is usually brought in last. The fishis never completely consumed because leaving a little on the plate suggests that the familywill "always have enough.”A whole chicken, including head and feet is relished on festive occasions…a whole chickensymbolizes family unity. Chicken is further symbolic of the Phoenix, or Fenghuang, themythological feminine ruler of all other birds. Chicken feet, a great delicacy, are often servedat weddings along with lobster, an auspicious Dragon food that has male connotations.For a Chinese birthday party, long noodles are the main feature. The noodles are uncut,to symbolize long life. It is considered very unlucky to cut a strand of noodles, evenworse than not managing to blow out all the candles on your birthday cake.Looking for a snack that signifies the birthmany children? Consider watermelon seeds,lotus seeds or sesame seeds. There is also asubtle, unspoken good wish in Asian bakedgoods containing seeds. Just about any kindof seed qualifies as a boost to childbearing,so enjoy!Tangerines, oranges, loquats, pomelos…all are round and orange or golden, andloosely resemble round gold coins. Fruitsare offered at the end of a Chinese mealto encourage wealth for the recipient.Tangerines are often presented along withthe bill at the conclusion of a Chineserestaurant meal. Many kinds of steamedcakes and buns also have round shapes,but they symbolize family reunions; sohere we are again, back at our round table,enjoying a symbolic, festive family meal. n4 | w w w. t a o o f w e l l n e s s . c o m
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