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Chicken Herb Soup for the Lungs
February 3rd, 2010 | 
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Cleaning the Lungs Medical QiGong
This very simple to execute qigong is recommended for general lung health, and especially for those suffering from asthma, and emphysema. Read the rest of this entry »
Eczema self-help
The itch of atopic eczema can drive you crazy, so I’ve been told. Eczema is probably one of the most common skin diseases we see in our San Mateo clinic. Acupuncture and herbs are tremendously effective for helping this problem but you should also consider the following simple guidelines for how you can help yourself ease your eczema with lifestyle modifications. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Avoid Harmful Bacteria in Store-bought Chicken
The Consumer Reports publication of findings that nearly 2/3rd of commercial uncooked chicken carry harmful bacteria prompts us to ask: What can we do about our chicken? For those of us who are not about to give up eating it, here are some practices you should follow at home:
#1 Tip: You MUST cook your chicken to at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a thermometer to check. Even if the meat is no longer pink, it may not be cooked enough to kill Salmonella or campylobacter bacteria. Read the rest of this entry »
Salmonella, Campylobacter bacteria persist in supermarket chickens
Consumer Reports magazine, in their January 2010 featured article reports that the most contaminated big brands are Tyson and Foster Farms, where 80% tested positive for one or both bacteria! Overall the cleanest are the “air-chilled” brands. Read the rest of this entry »
Top fish to eat
Fish as health food has been in the spotlight for a while now. The latest articles all talk about fish as a great source of healthy oils. But then, you hear all this stuff about how all the waters are so polluted now with mercury, and you have to avoid bottom-dwellers?? There’s a lot of information to reconcile. Here I give you my take. Read the rest of this entry »
What to do about a Nosebleed!
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How do you stop a bleeding nose? A good subject for my first BayTree Wellness Center post – something that helps folks stay well at home, away from our loving care at BayTree! Let us know what you think and what other subjects you’d like covered for the future.
Nosebleeds can occur for a variety of reasons and some are not nearly as serious as others. Trauma and dry air are the main causes. Blood-thinners, fever, or even nose-picking can also cause it. Children are especially susceptible.