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Live Regularly and Cultivate Wellbeing
Having practiced medicine and taught for over six decades, Dr. Wangdui, as a Tibetan doctor, diligently works in clinical settings for more than 10 hours daily. As an educator, he rises early and stays late, being involved in almost every aspect of his students' lives. As a researcher, he never lets go of a book, delving deeply into ancient Tibetan medical texts.In such a busy work environment, Wangdui, who holds three roles, still maintains high spirits. To him, when busyness becomes a habit, it turns into enjoyment. His dedication to researching Tibetan medicine supports his life dedicated to its preservation.Living Regularly and Immersed in WorkIn Wangdui's long career, "sitting still" is not the norm. Upon arriving at work, he always wishes to be involved in every step, often filling his schedule so tightly that he only sleeps for 3-4 hours a day. To most people, his daily routine of seeing patients, teaching, reading, and researching seems immense and fast-paced, but this does not leave Wangdui feeling drained; instead, his body has adapted to this constant state of busyness.The Huangdi Neijing states: "Ancient people who understood the Dao followed the principles of yin and yang, harmonized with the methods of health… -
Shucheng Chestnuts
Basic Introduction to Shucheng ChestnutsShucheng County is known as the land of chestnuts, with a history of chestnut cultivation spanning 2,000 to 3,000 years. The "Dahongpao" chestnuts produced in Shucheng are large and rich in high nutritional value. Nutritional ValueChestnuts are rich in vitamins B1 and B2, with vitamin B2 content at least four times that of rice. Each 100 grams also contains 24 milligrams of vitamin C, which is unmatched by grains. It may come as a surprise that fresh chestnuts contain more vitamin C than tomatoes, which are renowned for their vitamin C content, and over ten times more than apples! Chestnuts are also rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, and manganese. Although they do not reach the levels found in hazelnuts or melons, they still have much higher concentrations than common fruits like apples and pears, especially in potassium, where they surpass even the so-called potassium-rich apples by four times. History and FolkloreA Chinese folk saying goes: "Rambutan in July, hawthorn in August, and chestnuts laughing in September." Chestnuts, also known as Castanea, are often referred to as the "King of Fruits," and along with peaches, apricots, plums, and jujubes, are called the "Five… -
Haiqing Tea
Basic Introduction to Haiqing Tea Haiqing Tea was originally named after its production in Haiqing Town, Qingdao. 'Haiqing Tea' can also be called 'Haiqing (meaning deep affection) Tea.' This name not only embodies the characteristic of Qingdao — a broad-minded embrace of the sea — but also conveys the profound meaning of deep affection, making it a rare name for tea. It has now become synonymous with high-end gift teas. Haiqing Town is a national "Northern Ten-thousand Mu (1 mu = 0.067 hectares) Tea Base," and is known as the "Qingdao Tea Homeland." Growing and stir-frying Haiqing Tea has become the path to a well-off life for tens of thousands of farmers in Jiaonan. Nutritional Value 1. Green tea can supplement various vitamins needed by the human body. Green tea contains multiple types of vitamins, including water-soluble vitamins (such as vitamin C and B vitamins), which can be directly absorbed and utilized by the human body through drinking tea. Therefore, regularly drinking green tea is a good way to supplement water-soluble vitamins and can help meet the body's needs for various vitamins, particularly vitamin C. 2. Green tea can supply proteins, amino acids, and mineral elements needed by the human… -
Spring awakens in E China’s Jiangxi with stunning scenery
Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photos recently captured the scenic beauty of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province, highlighting its appeal as an attractive destination for living, working, and traveling. The city has made significant strides in improving its urban and rural living conditions in recent years. These efforts have enhanced the environment and boosted the quality of life, bringing residents greater happiness and satisfaction. Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) -
The Charm of Tea — An Irreplaceable Gem of Beverages
Tea, this ancient and magical beverage, carries thousands of years of history and culture, exuding a unique charm and occupying an important place in people's lives. Tea is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest beverages. Its prevalence and consumption far exceed those of other drinks, with billions of cups around the globe carrying its rich flavor each year. Compared to carbonated drinks, wine, and others, tea stands out due to the endless mysteries and unique values it holds. In fresh tea leaves, water and dry matter form the basic components. Through extensive research, over 700 chemical constituents have been identified in tea. The complex layers of taste we experience when sipping tea—such as bitterness, aftertaste, astringency, sweetness—and the diverse aromas, including floral, fruity, tender, and honey-like scents, are all due to the richness of these substances. Among the many components, three stand out as particularly crucial, indispensable treasures of tea. First is tea polyphenols, often referred to as preservatives for the human body. They are present in high concentrations in tea, ranging from 18% to 36%, making them a critical component. Numerous studies on the antioxidant functions of tea focus on tea polyphenols. Free radicals can attack human tissues and… -
Traditional Chinese Medicine Constitution Health Care | Exploring the Path to Health for Yin Deficiency Constitution
Constitution refers to the inherent, comprehensive, and relatively stable traits that individuals possess in terms of their physical structure, physiological functions, and psychological state. These are formed through a combination of innate genetic endowments and acquired factors throughout one's life. Differences in individual constitutions manifest as variations in response and adaptation to external stimuli under normal physiological conditions, as well as susceptibility to certain pathogenic factors and disease development tendencies during illness. Studying constitution helps analyze the occurrence and evolution of diseases, providing a basis for diagnosis and treatment.The study of TCM constitution takes the living individual as its starting point, researching the characteristics, evolution patterns, influencing factors, and classification standards of different constitutions. By studying the relationship between different constitution types and disease, it guides disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and health care.TCM constitution emphasizes the modifiability of constitution, aiming to improve the pathological state of an individual by addressing constitutional differences. In clinical practice, based on constitutional identification, corresponding preventive and therapeutic measures are taken, realizing personalized medical care. It embodies the TCM concept of "treating disease before it occurs," combining constitution-based prevention with adjustments to improve constitution and functional status, fully reflecting a human-centered and adaptable approach.In…- 12
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Letter from China: Dunhuang: An ancient city with a modern allure
LANZHOU, July 18 ( tasteallchina ) -- I had come to Dunhuang expecting to marvel at the millennium-old Mogao Grottoes and the crescent-shaped oasis nestled between towering dunes. Little did I knew that I was about to become part of a unique concert under the starry desert sky. During my recent trip to Dunhuang City, northwestern China's Gansu Province, I visited the Mingshashan and the Crescent Lake, an oasis scenic spot in the Gobi Desert. As twilight settled, I joined throngs of visitors climbing the soft, warm sands, reaching a vantage point overlooking the shimmering Crescent Spring. As night fell, the desert came alive with music played by a DJ at the foot of the dune. Thousands of voices joined together in song, with a delightful mix of soulful melodies and upbeat tunes. Cell phone flashlights waved in unison, creating a sea of twinkling lights across the dunes. Javier Garcia, a journalist from Spain, was surrounded by dozens of young students from Renmin University of China who had travelled from Beijing to Dunhuang on a school trip. "Even though I couldn't understand the lyrics, I found myself swept up in the joyous atmosphere," Garcia said as he joined the students… -
China Tourism Day activities kick off
Tourists watch a folk performance at Nanchuan ancient street in Cangzhou, north China's Hebei Province, May 1, 2024. (Photo by Yuan Liwei/ tasteallchina ) BEIJING, May 2 ( tasteallchina ) -- Events marking May 19 China Tourism Day kicked off on May 1 with the theme of "Explore China, Enjoy a happy life," the Ministry of Culture and Tourism has said. May 19 this year will be the 14th China Tourism Day. As planned, a series of activities will be held throughout this month, including themed daily, weekly, and monthly activities. On May 19, each provincial region will select a city as the main venue, carry out various promotional activities focusing on the theme of 2024, and introduce various cultural and tourism benefits for the public. Six major cities will be selected to host cultural and tourism events during the themed weekly activities. In a relay format, these cities will sequentially organize countdown activities with the themes of "Eat, Stay, Travel, Shop, and Entertain," the ministry said. During the themed monthly activities, there will be concentrated efforts to organize cultural and tourism benefits for the public, as well as carry out promotional activities for tourism. -
Top 8 Health Tips From Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is one of the more extensively studied alternative forms of medicine by Western scientists. The Chinese people’s traditional way of healing has been practiced since thousands of years ago, and is still very much alive today, influencing the healing practices of other cultures. It’s healing and therapeutic approaches rely on the principle that the body’s organs support each other, and practitioners believe that a person’s wellbeing can be achieved by a mix of herbs and spices, proper diet, acupuncture, acupressure, cupping, and qigong to prevent or treat health problems.Main Principles Of Traditional Chinese MedicineBeing mutually connected, the body’s organs should then be balanced by the two contradicting yet complementary life energies called the yin and the yang.Another hallmark principle in the traditional Chinese medicine is called ‘qi,’ the body’s vital energy. TCM presumes that the ‘qi’ passes though the body via pathways called meridians. Once its flow is disrupted or becomes erratic, the body experiences all sorts of physical, mental, and emotional problems. In order to achieve the proper yin/yang balance, the ‘qi’ flow should be restored to its normal and appropriate state.Aside from the ‘qi’ and the yin/yang balance restoration being the cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine,… -
NE China’s scenic spots enter peak tourism season
A tourist feeds a seagull at Xinghai Square in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 22, 2024. Various scenic spots in Dalian see surging tourists as the coastal city reaches the peak of its tourism season. The sites as zoos and aquariums even the natural places where tourists can see wild animals are among the increasingly popular destinations for the tourists. ( tasteallchina /Zhang Lei) Tourists view a white whale at Sunasia Ocean World in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 22, 2024. Various scenic spots in Dalian see surging tourists as the coastal city reaches the peak of its tourism season. The sites as zoos and aquariums even the natural places where tourists can see wild animals are among the increasingly popular destinations for the tourists. ( tasteallchina /Zhang Lei) Tourists view sea life at Sunasia Ocean World in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 22, 2024. Various scenic spots in Dalian see surging tourists as the coastal city reaches the peak of its tourism season. The sites as zoos and aquariums even the natural places where tourists can see wild animals are among the increasingly popular destinations for the tourists. ( tasteallchina /Zhang Lei) A tourist interacts with… -
Commentary: Civilization dialogue increases mutual understanding, bridges cultural gap
JINAN, July 12 ( tasteallchina ) -- In a world aggravated by weak and unbalanced economic growth and geopolitical tensions, the pursuit of a sustainable way for different countries and civilizations to coexist has emerged as an important and imperative issue. Against this background, it makes sense to draw wisdom from Confucianism. Heavyweight scholars and participants of the Nishan Forum on World Civilizations noted that the world should move toward the Confucian ideal of "harmony in diversity." As the host city of the forum, Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, is the birthplace of ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius. With such a cultural pedigree, it is no wonder that Qufu has become a hotspot for international cultural exchanges. Chinese civilization has cherished peace and inclusiveness over its millennia-old history. Ancient Chinese thinkers emphasized the importance of rituals and peace in daily life, as illustrated by the age-old adage: "In practicing the rules of propriety, it is harmony that is prized." Today, peaceful development and mutually beneficial cooperation are the shared aspirations of people worldwide. The values of "peace, development, fairness, justice, democracy and freedom" put forward by China echo humanity's common values and aspirations. China has built a range of channels to… -
Syrian heritage exhibition tour wows visitors across China
This photo taken on Dec. 17, 2023 shows exhibits during an exhibition featuring Syrian cultural relics at the Ningxia Museum in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. ( tasteallchina /Li Xulun) BEIJING, May 31 ( tasteallchina ) -- A collection of cultural relics from Syria is on display at the Nanjing City Wall Museum in east China's Jiangsu Province, which started on May 18 and runs until Oct. 18. This exhibition highlights Syrian culture and civilization and is part of a touring series jointly organized by Art Exhibitions China and the Directorate General of Antiquities and Museums (DGAM) in Syria. The tour began in 2021, commemorating the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Over the past three years, a total of 195 pieces or sets of Syrian treasures, including statues, reliefs and lapis lazuli necklaces, have been exhibited in museums across more than 10 Chinese cities like Shenzhen and Chengdu, attracting more than 1 million visitors. Extensive preparations were made to welcome the arrival of these treasures, including planning the transportation route and arranging various display cases to provide the relics with a safe and stable environment with ideal temperature and humidity conditions, said Jin Lianyu,… -
Brief History of Traditional Chinese Family in Ancient Time
To speak of Ancient China is to speak of thousands of years. China is one of the oldest civilizations in the world and has such a rich history that its culture is infinitely complex. Divided into dynasties, this millenary civilization, whose society revolved around the family and the veneration of their ancestors, whom they elevated to the category of spiritual presences, has changed little in its way of seeing life. Traditional Chinese family - Jia The traditional Chinese family -called Jia- was considered the social structure par excellence. Family life and social organization were inseparable. It was in the family that the State found its foundation. But to understand the nature of the traditional Chinese family model and its social implication, one must take into account the traditional values that structured it. These values were based on the principles, ideas, and moral precepts of Confucius (551-479 B.C.), which governed Chinese society for millennia. For Confucianism, the family was the social institution in charge of guaranteeing stability, harmony, and the social system. Thus, in its scale of values, great importance was attached to the formation of large families, with grandparents, parents, children, and grandchildren. This type of family, in which… -
The Legend of “Prosperity Year by Year”
During the Spring Festival, many regions in our country have a tradition of eating rice cakes, also known as "yearly cakes" or "nian gao," which sounds similar to "prosperity year by year," symbolizing that people's work and life improve with each passing year. Rice cakes, as a food item, have a long history in China. In 1974, archaeologists discovered rice seeds at the Hemudu Neolithic site in Yuyao, Zhejiang, indicating that our ancestors began planting rice as early as seven thousand years ago. The Han people had various names for rice cakes, such as "rice cake," "glutinous rice ball," and "sticky cake." The process of making rice cakes evolved from using whole grains to using ground rice flour. The sixth-century recipe book "Shi Ci" describes the method of making New Year's cake called "white cocoon sugar": "Cook glutinous rice until it is thoroughly cooked, then while still hot, pound it into a sticky mass in a clean mortar and pestle, ensuring there are no remaining grains of rice...". After pounding, the glutinous rice is cut into pieces the size of peach kernels, dried, fried, and coated with sugar before being consumed. The method of grinding rice into flour to make… -
The Four Virtues of Water in Laozi’s Teachings
Laozi's philosophy is deeply pragmatic and practical, despite the profound and mystical nature of his 5,000-character treatise. His teachings carry significant relevance to real-world situations, particularly in guiding individuals on how to conduct themselves. He offers many simple yet crucial strategies that reveal truths about preserving one's life and establishing oneself morally in a complex and tumultuous society. What appears contradictory or foolish at first glance unveils profound wisdom. Water, a common natural element, takes on a significant symbolic role in Laozi's text due to its unique properties. He frequently references water, dew, rivers, seas, and valleys as metaphors to illustrate his views on yielding, embracing humility, and maintaining tranquility. Water embodies all the virtues Laozi wishes to convey, leading him to state, "The highest good is like water. Water benefits all things without striving against them, dwelling where others disdain to be, thus it comes close to the Tao." Broadly speaking, water possesses four primary virtues: First, water performs the ultimate good for humanity: Laozi says, "The highest good is like water, which nourishes all things without contending." This translates to "the most virtuous person is like water, which sustains all living beings without competing with them." As a…
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