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If there was a drug to prevent children allergic to peanuts or to prevent other allergies in children surely it would be big news. When Chinese herbs to do the same thing, it does not hit the front of a single newspaper. It's hard to believe, especially since food allergies have been on the rise in children. If I child goes into a anaphylaxtic shock as a result of a peanut allergy it is always a serious event. A study recently done on two Chinese herbs; Rubia cordifolia ( Qiancao ) and Dianthus superbus ( Qumai ) has the potential to save lives. Researchers at Mount Sinai Medical Center have studied how these herbal extracts can suppress IgE production and prevent peanut-induced anaphylaxis. Study Results "Rubia cordifolia and Dianthus superbus inhibited the in vitro IgE production by a human B-cell line in a dose-dependent manner and the in vivo IgE production in a murine model of peanut allergy without affecting peanut-specific-IgG1 levels. After challenge, all mice in the...

One of my great passions is to practice Chinese herbalism as close as possible to the way it was practiced when the great texts of our medicine were compiled. I may not always practice that way, and Im not so arrogant to think its the only way, but for now it is my dearest wish and something that brings me (and my patients) great satisfaction. Because of this passion, I have always been keenly interested in the way individual herbs are prepared and the way those individual herbs are then offered to patients. One facet of that interest revolves around the difference between prescribing bulk herbs versus prescribing granules. Tim Rudowsky of Green Tea Apothecary (at Cookmyherbs.com ) shares my passion and has turned it into a business! In this months podcast, we dig into the issue and have a good deal of fun along the way. This podcast also features a new musical intro by one of my favorite new electronic music artists, Oleg Mokhov. Show notes 1. Green Tea Apothecary : www.cookmyherbs.c...

Anyone wanting a good price for acupuncture might be interested in community acupuncture. But what does this term mean and is this the McDonalds of Chinese medicine? A quick look at a website from a community acupuncture association called ACMACs (the association of community and multibed acupuncture clinics) states its all about affordability for the patient. A practical example of this is the community acupuncture network ( http://www.communityacupuncturenetwork.org/ ) . They state it is a non-profit organisation based in America that gives a price range from $15-$40 per treatment. Google community acupuncture Australia and you might find a site that has cheap acupuncture, cash only. A basic dictionary definition of community is a group of people with a shared interest. When I asked a couple of friends about this in the context of acupuncture they came up with ideas like: not for profit, or a volunteer service by people to help others. Surely thats how it would be so ...

1. Chinese Her bal Medicine is Used by One Third of Earth's Population Are you part of the 33%? If you use Chinese herbs to help you sleep, give you energy or just provide you with relief from menopause hot flashes and night sweats, you should know you are part of the growing world wide explosion of use of Traditional Chinese Medicine. As populations increase more and more people world wide are looking to the medicine they know their ancestors trusted and depended upon. Western doctors are not trained in herbal medicine and are often intimidated by the 6. Herbs are synergistic; they work with our immune system. Many herbs, like ginseng, for example, are all in one, immune-stimulant, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic and anti-oxidant. Herbal formulas often work on multiple organ systems to improve overall health. No prescription drug can do that. Ginseng is one of the main herbs in our Energy Booster Herb Pack. 2. Herbal Formulas Have Been Studied and Tested Imagine how much more ...

The time is upon us, folks. If youve been mulling over joining the course now is the time. Less than half of the Founding Member spots remain and I will be closing registration at 12:00pm PST (GMT -8) tomorrow (Thursday October 20). If you want to sign up, just click this link to go to the sign-up page. We have people from nearly every continent, from a variety of professions (veterinarians, stay-at-home-moms, lay herbalists, Chinese medicine practitioners with decades of experience, brand new Chinese medicine practitioners, students) and everyone is very excited to get started. Join us check out the course page today to learn more. C ontact me with any questions. PS: Im recording a new podcast today, and hope to have it posted before the end of the month! If you havent listened to the podcasts before, check out the Deepest Health podcast archive.

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month Can green tea help reduce the risk factors for breast cancer? A study recently published in Molecular Food & Nutrition Research examined the relationship between the consumption of green tea and breast cancer. Green tea has been associated with lowering circulating estrogen levels and may be one of the many mechanisms to reduce cancer risks. Green tea is just one of hundreds of herbal remedies used in Chinese medicine and as part of a healthy lifestyle through out Asia. Interestingly, Asian women have the lowest incident of breast cancer in the world. Green tea has been evaluated for it's protective factors in connection with cancer in many studies. Tea polyphenols have been shown to prevent the binding of estrogen to its receptors in breast cancer cells. Green tea is rich in tea catechinsepigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin (EC), and epicatechin gallate (ECG)which possess cancer chemoprotective attributes. EG...

The Australian newspaper checked out the boot camp the day I was down there a few weeks ago! I didn't get a mention as I was actually training, but Hugh Jackman did, check it out! Here's the link for the article as well: http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/sport/boot-cramp/story-e6frg7mf-1226167073165

Im excited to say that the Shennong course is enrolling (almost 1/4 of the Founding Member spots are filled up already!) and we have an incredible community of students building. Once all this enrollment business is done, I will get back to reposting the best of Deepest Healths old blog content as well as adding new podcasts, some video & a couple of blog posts that have been in the works for several weeks. Many people have had questions about the course, and so Ive updated the sign-up page to reflect my most clarified understanding. But, to make things simpler for people, I am listing the answers to those questions here in question-answer format. You might find a question you had answered here so look through. Above all, get your registration done sooner rather than later Im only accepting 50 people into this Founding Member class and Ive been frankly surprised at how fast those spots are going. Frequently Asked Questions How long is the course? Whats the pace? What if Im busy ...

Did you hear the news, a new study on ginger root found this Chinese herbs helps reduce colon inflammation and may reduce colon cancer risk. The interest in Chinese herbs is growing all the time. New studies on the cancer prevention properties on herbal remedies which have been used for centuries are multiplying. Westerners are learning some of the age old practices well known in Asia for centuries. Ginger is used both as a food and as a medicine in Asia cultures. "Interest in this is only going to increase as people look for ways to prevent cancer that are nontoxic and improve their quality of life in a cost-effective way," said lead author Suzanna Zick in a news release. Zick is a naturopathic doctor and a research assistant professor at the University of Michigan Medical School. This latest study on ginger root supplements found that evidence of ginger's benefits (2 grams daily) after just 28 days of use. The participants were at normal risk for cancer of the colon, th...

This is going to be a brief update I wont take much of your time. First I apologize for the recent bombardment with podcasts! The good news is that the podcast is fully updated, and new episodes are already lined up through October, November and December! Listening to those old podcasts is very interesting for me, and Ive heard its helpful for listeners as well. You can check out the new, improved podcast archive page by clicking this link. Second and maybe most importantly Im excited to announce that the Shennong Chinese Herb Learning Course is live and ready for new students to enroll. Enrollment will be limited to 50 Founding Members ( as described on the sign-up page ) and will only be open until October 20. The first module will be posted to the site on October 25, 2011. Theres plenty to do between now and then, though, including downloading the syllabus, getting your accounts set up, interacting with your fellow students, and getting PUMPED for the course. So sign up soon - s...

I am practicing acupuncture and herbs from Gp on Ebley in Bondi Junction. This is a very dynamic and progressive general practitioners surgery with a range of specialists working from it. Here's a snap shot of me on their website :) Great to be a part of it :) This is there website: http://www.gponebleymedicalcentre.com.au

Thank you Demi Moore (and her sponsor) for making a really terrific Public Service Announcement regarding breast health, for October which is Breast Cancer Awareness month. If you haven't seen Demi's thirty second commercial (click below to watch) she says, while we are searching for a cure for breast cancer, we really have to start with individuals. "We know our own bodies, just take the time to know what it's telling you." I couldn't agree more. One great way to know your body is through self tapping technique. You can learn the technique being pioneer by Breast Health expert Lara Koljonen at EssentiallyPink.com. Lara's, is a Doctor or Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist in San Diego, CA. Her work to increase breast HEALTH awareness has been going on for several years. Essentially Pink is the leader in the breast health movement. Let's face it, as Demi Moore says, breast cancer awareness is really about women knowing their bodies and liste...

Another aspect to the more advanced Chinese herb learning method that I teach is diving into the huge amount of information concerning where herbs grow up. Using the metaphor of the growth and development of a human being, it is undeniable that where we grow up influences the people we end up becoming. The same is true of Chinese herbs! Topics covered 1. Why I love the herb method I teach 2. Why location matters when it comes to Chinese herbs 3. Small application of the herb learning method with one of your friends and mine, Chenpi aurantium citrus peel Back to podcast archive

Today we all get a victory lap. I've blogged and posted video's about the dangers of BPA's for PMS, menstrual cramps, menopause symptoms and today BPA's are that much closer to being banned in food products. The Governor of California signed a bill today to reduce bisphenol-A (BPA's) to trace amounts in baby products. This new California law follows on the heels of 10 other states, Canada and the European Union. The tide is turning and hopefully soon we will see a complete ban on this toxic chemical in our food supply. Canned food is still allowed to be lined with BPA's in the U.S., Health Canada has acknowledged the risks involved with this practice and banned BPA's in Canada completely. BPA's enter our bodies without us knowing about them. They are widely used in plastic water bottles and when we drink this water we unknowingly ingest these harmful endocrine disrupting chemicals. They attach to hormone receptor sites and act like hormones in the body. ...

I was on my way somewhere in the city last week and I saw some greenery on the road. It was set up with chairs, tea and plants! On one of the busiest streets in Sydney. This group of radicals had paid for their parking spots and set them up how they wanted to! Awesomes Paid parking tickets on the side of the road :)