A spoonful of honey can work wonders Aug 26, 2008
In the "Compendium of Materia Medica," the TCM classic by pharmacist Li Shizhen in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), honey can help dispel pathogenic heat, clear away toxins, relieve pain and combat dehydration. Eating honey often can help nourish yin energy and strengthen the spleen, resulted in clear sight and rosy cheeks. (Xinhuanet, China)
Laurel And Hardy Comedies on DVD Aug 4, 2008
TCM Archives - The Laurel & Hardy Collection - This set's main draw is its two feature films. Bonnie Scotland (1935) concerns Stan and Ollie's misadventures in the Scottish army, drawn out by a boring romantic subplot. (Suite101.com)
Integrated therapy: Future of healing? Jul 31, 2008
A few examples are Ayurveda, Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Herbal therapy, Meditation, Naturopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), etc. Hand in hand we go. (India Times, India)
1st "traditional Chinese Medicine Week" opens in London Jul 29, 2008
LONDON, July 28 (Xinhua) -- The first Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Week in Britain, aimed at introducing the development and principles of TCM to the British people through seminars and exhibitions, opened at the Royal Society of Medicine here Monday. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Chinese Ambassador to Britain Fu Ying said the event, co-sponsored by the Chinese and British sides, would serve as a bridge for Britons to gain more basic information about TCM and Chinese culture ... It... (Xinhuanet, China)
White paper issued on status quo of drug supervision Jul 18, 2008
In the fourth part, Supervision of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Folk Medicine, the white paper said the Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and folk medicine are special characteristics and advantages of Chinese medical science, and also important parts of the splendid culture of the Chinese nation. So far, more than 9,000 kinds of TCM preparations have been approved by the state to be sold on the market, and about 58,000 approval numbers have been granted, the paper said ... "The Chinese... (Xinhuanet, China)
64,000 officials to ensure drug safety Jul 18, 2008
BEIJING, July 18 (Xinhua) -- In 2007, the industrial output value of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) reached 177. 2 billion yuan (25. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lindenwood University expands to downtown satellite campus Jul 13, 2008
TCM bought the 35,000-square-foot building in January for $2. 2 million. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Fourth of July on TV Jul 4, 2008
AMC marks the holiday with "Jaws" movies, and TCM goes one better with classics "The Birds," "Rear Window" and "Music Man." Great stuff for the DVR.. But my sentimental favorite is still "The Twilight Zone" on Sci Fi Channel, which rolls out solid episodes such as "The Odyssey of Flight 33" at 12:30 p.m., "The Howling Man" at 3:30 p.m. and "It's a Good Life" at 7 p.m. Start the day with "To Serve Man" at 10 a.m., with its compelling climax, "Dr. Chambers, don't get on that ship. 'To Serve Man,'... (New Haven Register, CT)
HEATH LEDGER OSCAR-BOUND?... Jun 28, 2008
Frankly our favorite movie watching is TCM which shows all the great old films, uncut and no commercials. Posted by: MovieBuff. (The Drudge Report)
Alternative medicines draws fire Jun 21, 2008
"The history of the TCM (traditional Chinese medicine) that was exported to the West was reinterpreted to suit Western sensibilities. "The bases, history and effectiveness are all scientifically unproven. " Shapiro's credentials to make such assertions are uncertain, with her only public qualifications listed as a writer for different newspapers and magazines including health journals. However, her sentiments are echoed in another new book, titled and written by two British scientists professor... (Courier Mail)
Dads tell us what you want! Jun 12, 2008
My Dad is a fan of classic movies (again a la the Fox Theatre story) so I ordered from TCM s web site a Scene It ... I also got him a subscription to the TCM viewer s guide. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Pharmacy office now offering medication therapy Jun 1, 2008
She received further training in China at Chendu University Hospital of TCM and interned at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego, San Diego Hospice, University of California San Diego and UCSD Seniors Clinic. Recto has taught and lectured in cities around the world and U.S., and currently is an associate professor at Arizona Western College. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Doctors should be alerted when combining western, TCM treatments May 21, 2008
SINGAPORE: With one in ten married couples facing fertility problems, more are turning to western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for help ... Treatments under TCM such as acupuncture and foot reflexology are commonly used, and TCM fertility treatment encompasses many segments ... " Chinese physicians said western and TCM treatments can complement each other and the effectiveness of such treatments has been enhanced with modern technology. ADVERTISEMENT - CNA/so Copyright ? 2005... (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Fonda fest at Alliance May 14, 2008
The evening ended with a final film TCM tribute to Henry Fonda narrated by his children and one last question for the iconic exercise queen from a fan in the audience. Given the renewed interest in fitness, would Fonda, who helped to pioneer the home video fitness craze of the 1980s with The Jane Fonda Workout series consider a follow-up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
TCM Helps Dogs With Skin Problems May 7, 2008
A TCM practitioner will do a complete assessment of the dog before deciding what the individual dog s imbalances are. But, in general, allergies fall into the Moving stagnant Qi and Blood will help relieve the Wind, as well as dissipate the Heat that is Those that manifest as warm and moist, such as hotspots will often be Wind Damp Heat. (Suite101.com)
Chinese medicine: The secret to super skin? May 2, 2008
The women behind She (pronounced shay) have created a line of moisturizing and cleansing products that are based on the philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which means that my prized facial serum is not only made from the best organic and all-natural ingredients, but also includes mother-of-pearl, which the Chinese have used for centuries to enhance the skins beauty. Since 2006, Hooper and Kauffmann have been lovingly handcrafting their TCM-influenced collection of... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Chinese Medicine For Your Dog Apr 18, 2008
Treating Canine Arthritis with TCM ... Supplements such as glucosamine and chondroitin also fit well into a TCM arthritis treatment plan ... In cases where surgery is a good option a dog with may benefit from pre- and post-operative TCM herbs and acupuncture. (Suite101.com)
Chinese Medicine Helps Menopause Apr 15, 2008
TCM provides an alternative ... or Liver Fire Ascending are other TCM patterns that are commonly seen in menopausal women. (Suite101.com)
Chinese Herbal Medical Terminology Apr 11, 2008
Understanding What a TCM Practitioner is Saying About Your Health ... This article explains some of the most commonly used TCM terms ... Some Commonly Used TCM Terms. (Suite101.com)
Acupuncture and Reiki Apr 10, 2008
There are many different styles of acupuncture, among which are Scalp acupuncture; Korean hand acupuncture; auricular acupuncture and TCM (traditional Chinese Medicine, which is often used in conjunction with herbs). An example of treating a skin disorder such as psoriasis would be to use a plum blossom hammer (a small hammer with seven or eight small needles on the end) and tap over the plaque. (Suite101.com)
Screen on the Green lineup announced Apr 10, 2008
There will be better movies on TCM than at this festival ... There will be better movies on TCM than at this festival. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Favorite Heston movie? Apr 8, 2008
The entry titled "TCM sets Heston movie marathon for Friday," and any of the comments about it ... TCM sets Heston movie marathon for Friday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pain-free Yao back on track for Games Apr 5, 2008
Yao hasn't decided on a specific treatment, but said he would probably meet the country's top TCM doctors early next week. "Traditional Chinese medicine has a history of thousands of years in our country so there must be something to it," he said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Critic's Corner Tuesday Apr 1, 2008
Spring is here, and so are, or is, The Birds (TCM, 8 ET/5 PT). If you've never seen it, trust me, you'll never look at those returning flocks the same way again. (USA Today -- Life)
No twister stops Ted's Montana Grill Mar 18, 2008
The evening on TCM will kick off at 8 p.m. Among the films Holyfield selected. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Mar 8, 2008
FORBIDDEN-DVD (Dancis, Sacramento Bee) -- A look at in "TCM Archives: Forbidden Hollywood Collection, Volume 2," which packages "pre-code" Hollywood films. 650. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Dow Closes Below 12000 Mar 8, 2008
Sign up now for FREESmartMoney. com Newsletters Enter your email address below. (SmartMoney)
USP Convention and Chinese Pharmacopoeia Commission sign Memorandum of Understanding Mar 7, 2008
ChP holds legal responsibility in China for creating and revising national medicine standards, including traditional Chinese medicines (TCM). Some TCM products may be considered both drugs in the United States and dietary supplements. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Lisa Lynette Clark's 'Betrayed' excerpt Mar 1, 2008
I m more of a TCM, Foodnetwork, Discovery and A&E(City Confidential) guy. I don t care too much for the Disney cartel of ESPN(except during football season)ABC and Disney, Spike, VS, any reality TV and of course Bravo. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rivers West (1) Feb 23, 2008
Why choose Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for your health care ... By combining several modalities TCM can alleviate and improve most healthcare concerns. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
TCM Uses for Endangered Magnolia Jan 29, 2008
Antibiotic & Antiviral Medicinal Plant May Have More Uses in TCM ... Long used in TCM for respiratory problems, bacterial and viral infections and high blood pressure, the magnolia family s potential as a medicinal plant is just beginning to be understood. (Suite101.com)
Cellular memory hints at the origins of intelligence Jan 24, 2008
Progress in Biomedical Optics and Imaging - Proceedings of SPIE, v 6047 II, Fourth International Conference on Photonics and Imaging in Biology and Medicine, 2006, p 60473P. Although yin-yang is one of the basic models of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for TCM objects such as whole body, five zangs or six fus, they are widely used to discuss cellular processes in papers of famous journals such as Cell, Nature, or Science. In this paper, the concept of the degree of difficulty (DD) of a... (Nature News Service)
How does Fu-Zheng-Jie-Du-Decoction act on PTEN expression in hepatocellular carcinoma? Jan 17, 2008
Many hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients in China may be treated with Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) ... These stated that a research group in China had found TCM can down-regulate the expression of PTEN in HCC, which may suppress tumor cell growth and regulate tumor cell invasion and metastasis ... The TCM group was treated by intragastric administration with FZJDT (complex prescription of Chinese crude drug) that had been deliquated into 3 kinds of density as the low, middle, and high.... (EurekAlert!)
Up-to-scratch TCM Rx for eczema Jan 15, 2008
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) calls it shi zhen or damp itch, and according to TCM theory, it is caused by "pathogenic dampness." It can be aggravated by "pathogenic heat" and "pathogenic wind." ... It can be treated and TCM claims it can be cured ... Western medicine identifies an "allergic constitution," while TCM theory says "insufficient natural endowment" with a weak spleen is the fundamental cause of eczema. (Xinhuanet, China)
The year that kept us buzzing Dec 29, 2007
Delighted TCM fans mobbed Osborne for photo ops. Wilder took it all in stride. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Post-Op Rx: Get a Massage Dec 20, 2007
The which has incorporated traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and western medicine since 1993, uses massage for most of its 14,000 or so patients each year, who come for treatment of conditions ranging from post-surgical pain to migraines. Dr. Ka-Kit Hui, the center's founder and director, says massage is safe and effective across the board, reflecting one of the core concepts of TCM: using physical methods to help stimulate the body to correct its own chemical flow. (TIME)
Mark Bradley: Courting Parcells bold move for Blank | Sports Columnists Dec 19, 2007
The best comments were by TCM. He s right. What the Falcons need is radical surgery, a heart transplant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
SEA Games: Team Singapore doctors use TCM to help athletes heal Dec 14, 2007
Besides western medicine, doctors are also using traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) methods such as acupuncture treatment - the first time Singapore is doing so in a major sporting event like the SEA Games ... "So the initial reaction 'Yeah, you don't look like you're TCM trained or acupuncture trained', but I always say... if they're scared, I'd put a needle in myself to reassure them. And if I don't cry in pain, they generally will accept I know what I'm doing," he said. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Ask the Acupuncturist: Female Infertility Dec 7, 2007
Chinese Medicine (TCM) takes a different view from traditional western medicine on fertility and gynecology. The standards by which TCM measures the ebbs and flows of a menstrual cycle tend to be a bit stricter than Western medicine ... TCM works with fertility and gynecology issues by looking in detail at the individual patterns each woman has, all of the symptoms that make up her cycle. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Turner Classic Movies Honors Legendary American Director John Ford With Two-Day Ford at Fox Prime-Time Festival Nov 30, 2007
Dec. 10-11 Festival Features Nine Classic Ford Films, Eight Being Presented for the First Time on TCM. TCM Tribute to Ford Presented in Conjunction with Ford at Fox DVD Box Set, Arriving in Stores Dec. 4 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment ... In December, Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will pay tribute to Ford with a two-day festival of nine of his films from Twentieth Century Fox, eight of which are being presented on TCM for the very first time. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Chinese Herbs for Hypertension Nov 16, 2007
Combining TCM dietary recommendations and herbal formulas can lower blood pressure ... A qualified TCM practitioner can be of great help with these cases ... How TCM Sees Hypertension. (Suite101.com)
Ask the Acupuncturist Nov 14, 2007
In TCM we call this outermost layer of Qi, Wei (pronounced "Way") Qi or protective Qi ... TCM will tell you to sweat it out and do what we call "release the exterior evil Qi." Some ways of doing this are by strengthening your inner layers of Qi via hot soup with fresh ginger in it, or drinking hot ginger tea. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Saiga Antelope, Rhinoceros and TCM Nov 7, 2007
The use of (TCM) is one of several issues that have lead to the species endangered status ... Especially when there are more than 4000 substances listed in the TCM Materia Medica ... Consultation with forward thinking TCM practitioners would have resulted in a list of at least 7 regularly used substitutes, none of which is endangered. (Suite101.com)
Growth Led Value Stock Funds For Solid Gains In Volatile Month Nov 6, 2007
TCM Small Cap Growth led the past three years. It's returned an average annual 25. (Investors Business Daily)
How Denzel Washington became an American Gangster Nov 4, 2007
Don't get dressed without our essential fashion blog. Navigation - link to other main sections from here. (Times Online)
A Rosetta Stone For Traditional Chinese Medicine Oct 31, 2007
30, 2007) Scientists in the United Kingdom have "decoded" the inscrutable language of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), revealing its strong chemical foundation in a way that may help scientists mine age-old Chinese medicines to develop tomorrow's new drugs ... David J. Barlow, Thomas M. Ehrman, and Peter J. Hylands point out that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) - regarded by many Western experts as an archaic system doomed to extinction 50 years ago - has undergone a "remarkable... (Science Daily)
Herbal product industry gets a boost Oct 27, 2007
The hospital is also the first in the country to have a traditional and complementary medicine (TCM) unit that offers services according to the traditional medicine practices of the Malay, Chinese and Indian communities ... Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Chua Soi Lek said similar TCM units would be set up at the Putrajaya Hospital by December and at the Sultan Ismail Hospital in Johor by March ... A few medical officers will soon attend short courses on acupuncture and TCM pharmacy in Beijing,... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Treating Cancer With Chinese Herbs Oct 25, 2007
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is highly individualized, making it difficult to develop a large enough sample size to meet western study standards. In TCM there are basic formulae, many of which are thousands of years old ... In order to best treat the individual patient according to TCM standards, this process should occur. (Suite101.com)
China's Caged Bears in Long Battle for Freedom Oct 23, 2007
The amber-brown elixir is difficult but not impossible to procure say TCM storekeepers in Singapore's downtown Chinatown, despite bear bile being banned outside China to protect the endangered Asiatic black bears whose gall bladders store it ... China banned tiger farms in 1993 due to an international outcry over plummeting tiger numbers and complaints that the TCM markets were driving Asia's biggest cat to extinction. (Planet Ark, United States)
Protection or Profit? Wildlife Farming in China Oct 23, 2007
-- Used for some 3,000 years, bear bile is prized as "liquid gold" in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Classed as a "cold" and "bitter" medicine it is used to treat cancers, burns, pain and redness of the eyes, asthma, sinusitis and liver problems. (Planet Ark, United States)
Turner Classic Movies to Honor Six-Time Oscar(R) Nominee Deborah Kerr Oct 19, 2007
ATLANTA, Oct. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will pay special tribute to six-time Oscar nominee Deborah Kerr, who passed away today at the age of 86. On Sunday, Oct. 21, TCM will present a special double feature of two of Kerr's most memorable nominated roles ... "Deborah Kerr was one of the great jewels of the movie industry," said TCM host Robert Osborne. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How to win in Knoxville? Oct 2, 2007
TCM that gimmicky garbage you refer to has saved our butts this season. I hope that we run the ball at least 60 % of the time or more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
For Back Pain, Even Fake Acupuncture Works Sep 27, 2007
As an individual who have received acupuncture for my own health including chronic low back pain, as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with 5 years formal medical school education and over 20 years of experience in clinical practice and teaching in both China and Canada, and over 12 years of repeated teaching and understanding the courses of meridians and acupuncture points, as a researcher with over 10 years of medical research experience, I cannot stop myself from writing this... (Wired News)
Acupuncture better than painkillers at relieving low back pain Sep 27, 2007
In the TCM system of medicine, the body is seen as a delicate balance of two opposing and inseparable forces: yin and yang ... Among the major assumptions in TCM are that health is achieved by maintaining the body in a "balanced state" and that disease is due to an internal imbalance of yin and yang ... More medical doctors, including neurologists, anesthesiologists, and specialists in physical medicine, are becoming trained in acupuncture, TCM, and other CAM therapies. (Food Consumer)
BioLife Remedies Rocked by $5 Million USD Quarry Acquisition Sep 18, 2007
Mr. Xiao continued, "People love marble because it's timeless ic. This WeiJiaZhuang marble quarry is located in Mian County of Shanxi Province, China (East 106(degree)54'09" and North 33(degree)13'17"), which is perfect for supplying marble to the rapidly growing international housing development market." About BioLife Remedies, Inc. BIOLIFE REMEDIES, INC. (BLRS) combines Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Western academic research and development practices with the newest scientific technology... (Canada Newswire)
Schultz: Finger points at McKay Sep 17, 2007
Commentary and opinion. The entry titled "The finger points at McKay," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Why are Asia's Endangered Animals so Sought After? Sep 4, 2007
-- Paws from the Asiatic Black Bear and the Malaysian Sun Bear are used to make bears paw soup, and bile from their gall bladders -- dubbed "liquid gold" because of its astronomical price -- is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) remedies said to cure eye irritations, fevers and liver problems ... Tiger meat is marketed as giving "strength", and bones are ground into powders or immersed in vats of wine to make curative "tiger bone wine" tonics for the TCM market. (Planet Ark, United States)
Television movies for the week of August 26 Aug 26, 2007
(NR) (2:00) TCM: Sun ... (NR) (2:00) TCM: Wed ... (NR) (2:00) TCM: Fri. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Carroll Rogers' beat blog Aug 25, 2007
The entry titled "Change of scenery good for Braves," and any of the comments about it. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Frenchy pitchesfor cancer center Aug 23, 2007
Festival of Fonda will be on TCM ... Fonda s in-depth Private Screenings interview with TCM host Robert Osborne is also on the program ... Check TCM.com for schedule details. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
McGriff, Tex comparisons are eerie Aug 22, 2007
After my 1:46 AM response to ChrisKlob, regarding Scanarioius aka Scenarios, I fell asleep watching TCM and thought I d thought I d forgo blogging and spend this afternoon listening to the WGST archived broadcast of last night s game which I m now going to do but, your comments triggered the response and indirectly caused me to see some wee hour posts mocking me which is always an encouraging sign and good for a laugh. later. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rob Zombie meets Michael Myers Aug 18, 2007
" He's talking to his wife, actress Sheri Moon Zombie, here playing Michael Myers' mother (unseen in the original), whom he has huddled with in-between takes behind the monitors, just within earshot. "He's the exact opposite of what everyone thinks he will be," says Sheri, Zombie's companion of 14 years and wife of nearly five years (the couple were married on Halloween 2002), who toured with him as a dancer and memorably played Baby Firefly in his first two films. With his own TV show ("TCM... (Los Angeles Times)
I hope anyone complaining here is not having there lawned mowed by them. Heaven forbid anyone mow their own lawn in this state. More... Jul 27, 2007
TCM wrote on Jul 26, 2007 7:00 AM:" No new news here. Bottom line, if you want to be truly accepted as a resident of this nation, go through the legitimate process of petioning for legal immigration. Go home. ". To History Major wrote on Jul 26, 2007 7:05 AM:" It seems history major doesn't understand the difference between legal and illegal. The fact is that the US today is much different today especially with it's liberal professors that teach History. ". (North County Times)
Virginia Company Enters Into Deferred Prosecution Agreement & Agrees to Pay $30.5 Million Jul 24, 2007
The services, known as target case management (TCM) services, are provided by CFSA to assist foster children with their medical, social and educational needs. The admission of responsibility in the deferred prosecution agreement and the civil settlement resolve allegations that Maximus's employees, including a former company vice president, decided to cause CFSA to submit claims to the Medicaid program for TCM services for each child who had been placed in the care of CFSA whether or not... (PR Newswire)
Did we get the truth? Jul 24, 2007
Her attitude was not surprising given that 95 percent of people in China use what it called TCM, or Traditional Chinese Medicine ... The TCM clinic we visited was right in the middle of Beijing, one of the largest cities in the world ... When I asked the doctor about this, she told me that TCM has recently evolved and no endangered species are used in making the medicine and brutal techniques have been stopped as well. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
