Cupping therapy (拔罐, bá guàn; الحجامة, al-hijamah) is a therapeutic modality deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is used to restore balance, expel pathogenic factors, and invigorate the flow of qi (气) and blood (血). While it is often associated with China, its origins trace back to ancient Persia, from where it spread […]
Lifestyle, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Uncategorized
Revitalizing the Legacy of Mint in Morocco: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
10
Jan
Jan
In recent years, it is regrettable to observe a gradual marginalization and stigmatization of mint (薄荷, Bò Hé, نعناع, Na’na’) in Morocco, a plant deeply entwined with the nation’s cultural and culinary identity. Too often dismissed as a mere garnish, mint’s profound herbal and medicinal properties have been undervalued. From the perspective of Traditional Chinese […]
Lifestyle, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Propolis (蜂胶) in Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Analysis
05
Jan
Jan
Propolis, known as 蜂胶 (Fēng jiāo) in Chinese, is a resinous substance collected by honeybees from tree resins and plant exudates. In Arabic, it is referred to as صمغ النحل (Samgh Al-Nahl), and its scientific name is Propolis cera. With its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, propolis has been widely integrated into both Traditional Chinese […]