2 Ways to Cultivate a Good Attitude

- Be Grateful - "Grateful people report higher levels of positive emotions, life satisfaction, vitality, optimism and lower levels of depression and stress. The disposition toward gratitude appears to enhance pleasant feeling states more than it diminishes unpleasant emotions. Grateful people do not deny or ignore the negative aspects of life." - Robert A. Emmons - Researcher , professor at

The Treatment of Bell’s Palsy with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs

What is Bell’s Palsy?

Bell's palsy is a peripheral (affecting the peripheral rather than the central nervous system) facial paralysis that results from damage to the seventh cranial nerve, or "facial nerve". Due to paralysis of the facial nerve, symptoms can include inability to lift or close one eye, difficulty moving facial muscles on one side of the face, lacrimation (eye tearing) on the affected side, distortion of taste (especially on the first 2/3 of the tongue) and tingling around the lip area (all on the affected side). The condition has an abrupt onset and is idiopathic in nature (no known cause).

How you can tell if you have Bell's Palsyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6EYCvxfkHo

Traditional Chinese Medicine's point of view

Bell's Palsy (Zhong Feng) is considered a Wind Attack or External Wind Stroke attack. The main pattern differentiation being a Wind invasion due to emptiness of the Channels (Maclean and Lyttleton 1998). In Chinese Medicine, Wind is said to be the carrier of 1,000 diseases. Wind is thought to take advantage of the deficiency (weakness) a patient is experiencing and enters the body attacking the sinews and vessels in the area of the face. This results in vital energy (Qi) and the blood to stagnate causing the inability of the facial muscles to

relax and therefore contract (Wolfe 2003). The principle of treatment is to expel Wind and promote the movement of Qi and blood by scattering the stagnation. 

Acupuncture for Bell's Palsy

According to Liu (1995), when acupuncture was initiated within three days post onset in 684 cases of facial nerve paralysis, 100 percent of the patients were cured or there was a marked improvement (5). Other studies (Gao, Chen, 1991) revealed that 80% of cases that were treated at more than 2 months post onset, and 83 percent of severe cases, were cured or had excellent effect (6). 

Chinese herbs and Bell's Palsy

The most important herbs for this disorder should include herbs to treat wind attack and anti-viral herbs such as Qin Jiao, Fang Feng, Xi Xin, Bai Shao, Di Long, Fu Ling, Gan Cao, Chuan Xiong, Pu Gong Ying, Dang Gui.

Variations on this formula are important to change as the patient's situation change. We can personalized a Chinese herbs supplement to suit your body type and current condition.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Bell's palsy is a physical and emotionally debilitating condition in which conventional medicine has limited understanding and efficacy. The exposure to external sources (stress, environment) cause the immune system to produce an inflammatory response. This inflammation can then obstruct the normal function of the nerves and vessels resulting in paralysis. Chinese medicine has treated conditions such as Bell's palsy for centuries. Chinese medicine and acupuncture on a regular basis can significantly improve results and help to resolve this condition.

Seeking for Bell's Palsy acupuncture sessions in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia?
Contact us today and let us help you to treat Bell's Palsy.

Ho Modesty Acupuncture office

Address: No.1B, 2nd Flr, Bangunan S.E., Jalan 25/12,Taman Mayang, 47301 Petaling Jaya (opposite Kelana Jaya LRT, same building as Bone & Pots Restaurant).

Contact number 

012 - 488 3814 (Alexander Ho, Acupuncturist) 

Appointment booking only.

Are You A Fool?

"Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." 

- English proverb

The Countess Gets Acupuncture

On last week’s episode, Real Housewife of New York, Countess Lu Ann De Lessups was treated with acupuncture for her fertility problems. If you follow the show, and I do, you remember that after a painful divorce from her former husband, the Count, Lu Ann found love again in the arms of the raven-haired Jacques, a younger Frenchman. Throw out your old romance novels! Lately, Lu Ann has displayed

The very first time, Alex talked about men sexual health issue

 Many people thought Alex only knows cosmetic acupuncture, they don't know I also treat men issue.

Sometimes, Alex also receive male patients who come for impotence and premature ejaculation. It seem like what a man want is very different from a woman. Man basically want to be energetic at all time. 100 years ago, men have less health problems because they work in the field,more physical activities improve their strength and stamina .

Do you know in 475-221 BC,The Yellow Emperor's Inner Classic book (Huang Di Nei Jing, 黃帝內經) mentioned a normal man will lose their sexual ability at 60 onward, that is the time for them to experience impotence. But nowadays, Alex noticed a lots of men have erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation even at the ages of 20 or 30. Alex feels so surprise to see many men actually aging faster than what we think it should be. At most Asian countries, people used to have more children in their family, for example Alex's mum has 7 brothers and sisters and Alex's dad has 6 brothers in their family. Now if you ask around, you will noticed many Infertile couples around us, the major problem is the husband has low sperm count and the wife has irregular menstrual period.

A couple of weeks ago, Alex met a 23 years old young man who unable to develop or maintain an erection. Through our conversation, Alex find out this young man has a habit of masturbation since the ages of 14. People always think it's not a big deal about masturbation issue. But this young man have it daily and sometimes he will have it 5 times a day, and now at the ages of 23, he has impotence. As we know the western health studies tells us that is alright to have as many masturbation as you like as long as you are happy with it and there are no scientific research can prove that "masturbation too much is harmful to our body". In another hand, the Chinese Medicine theory which has at least 2500 years of research on human body, those ancient doctors said that "1 drop of sperm fluid equal to 10 drop of bloods" and they advise a man must know how to control their sexual activity in order to have a longer life span. Only when Alex become one of the Chinese Medicine practitioner, Alex notices the Chinese Medicine theory has it point. 

Apart from the over masturbation issue, Alex wants to point on another factor that make young men suffering from impotence and premature ejaculation is the addiction of porn video. The moment when a man addicted to porn video, he will fall into his own fantasy world that only his porn video collections can boost his sex desires and help to achieve maximum erection. According to a USA psychology research: Porn video could be the main contribution for men to step in the low libido premature aging stage.

The research points out that today's Internet rapid development make people very easy access to pornography, therefore the long-term, over-stimulate the body's neuron chemicals not only raise sex desire rapidly, but also making the Dopamine response becomes dull and that make a man losing interest of having normal sex life or their sexual performance will deteriorate if without the help of pornography. A survey shows that long-term addiction of porn video among young men, will lead them to sexual premature aging stage.Among Alex's patients, those who has pornography addiction will experienced temporary loss of libido, insomnia, irritability, inattention, or having erection problems and premature ejaculation. They might need longer treatment period to recover.

According to Chinese Medicine theory, men's reproductive organ store the most essences in the body. Those essences has a big contribution in regulating the inner organs' function. As we know, human has desires and needs, every thing in a moderation is good for health. Same as sex, the desire and action must be well managed in order to have a healthy body and longer life. Just go to the farm and have a look, if a cow or pig mating every day, their body become weak and possible to die of over exhausted.

Alex's anti-aging research and studies has bring Alex to the men's health topic. In men's health, it is far more complicated to advise men to receive treatment. It could be the mentality or culture that make them believe men  have a strong body, they do not need to listen to their wife or doctor when they have a health condition. Normally we see more women seek for medical help when they are sick, but men usually hide their health problems without letting anyone know. Because of that, men generally have a shorter life span than women.

Of course nowadays, we are glad to see a certain among of men are getting more health conscious. Alex see male patients who ask for Chinese herbs supplement and even tell me about the sexual problem that bothering the love life between their wife. Can you imagine that? How sweet is the husband come and seek for help because of his really concern about their wife.

Let me tell you, a man's body are not as strong as we think. Every man experienced impotence or premature ejaculation in every stages of their life, it just that most of them feel ashamed to talk about it. Therefore, it is not a big deal to discuss your situation with doctor. Alex is here to share with you about the good new that we still have the ancient wisdom of Chinese Medicine for improving men's health. It has a lots of effective herbs formulations that tested for more than thousand of years. Chinese Medicine is a powerful yet effective treatment that treat men's sexual health problem from it root, you will not only treating impotence or premature ejaculation, but I can promise you to welcome a more healthier body. You will feel energetic, have better memory,better concentration, muscles more toned, body fat reduce, better sleep, wrinkles reduce, skin tone better and better digestion.  

Remember, impotence and premature ejaculation are the sign of aging and the messenger of under-lying diseases. Alex will share more with you in the future. 

More Businesses Are Offering On Site Acupuncture

Big companies are catching on, keeping employees healthy means everyone benefits. That's why along with physical therapy, dental, vision exams and counseling some companies are also offering acupuncture at on site health clinics. To find out more, read this article from The Washington Post.

7 Helpful Tips For Addiction Recovery

Seven Addiction Recovery Tips 
From Acufinder.com

1. Exercise more. Exercise can reduce your stress and help you relax.

2. Get plenty of fresh fruit and vegetable juices to neutralize and clear the blood and to fortify blood sugar.

3. Carrots, celery, leafy green salads and citrus fruits promote body alkalinity and decrease cravings.

4. Avoid junk food, sugar and coffee. They can upset

JingHealth on Pinterest

As a provider, we often find ourselves accumulating a growing list of recommendations and referrals that we like to share with our patients. As someone who will does not always retain everything my own providers tell me, I thought it would be useful for Jing to start a list of frequently recommended self-care products, books and articles, and fellow providers.   We now have a dedicated Pinterest Page with boards dedicated to the three free therapies, treatment room music and meditations, and favorite providers! We will update and add as applicable and invite suggestions and feedback. Anyone can browse, even if you are not a member. Take a moment and click below to check it out!

Acupuncture Improves Pregnancy & Live Birth Rates In IVF

The website HealthCMI recently wrote about new research from China which concludes that treatment with electroacupuncture improves pregnancy outcome and pregnancy rates for couples using IVF.

Researchers discovered that electroacupuncture increases blood levels of the human leukocyte antigen (HLA-G). These results, taken together with a Canadian study that found the presence of HLA-G was

Don't believe your Melasma can't be cured, if you haven't tried our product.

Introducing the first & only custom made
Chinese herbs skin pigmentation supplement in Malaysia.Ho Modesty's cosmetic secret : HOMO-SP

"HOMO-SP" suitable for :

• Melasma
• Freckles
• Age spots
• Uneven skin tone
• Dark spots
• Brown patches

 The dangers of skin pigmentation
Do you know skin pigmentation is not just an "decoration" on your skin
that proved the sign of aging. People will just think it is ok to have
some dark spots on the face or body area, because their grandma also
don't bother about it.

The  UGLY TRUTH  about skin pigmentation ... ...
* Skin pigmentation is the messenger of diseases, it tell a story of unhealthy sign hidden in your body. For example, skin pigmentation patients often have pale complexion, tired look, irritability, loss of appetite, breast swelling, irregular menstruation, and other phenomena.*  Skin pigmentation always accompanied by a variety of complications, such as genital diseases, liver disease, chronic malnutrition. Not to mention, Melasma is a sign of endocrine disorders, will lead to breast tumor, uterine fibroids and other lesions.*  Skin pigmentation caused psychological harm to women. Skin problems give mentally stress to women, it will accompanied by a variety of symptoms inevitably to the women's daily life, work, study adverse effects. 




Why choose "HOMO-SP" ?
* Deliver   REAL & FAST result in 4-8 weeks.  
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* 100%  natural  herbs formulation. 
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  ( Not all skin pigmentation can be treated by same formulation.
    We will choose the right formulation to increase the treatment result for you.
    A simple health related questionnaire will included.  )

What's so special about "HOMO-SP" ?

1.Effectively treats pigmentation at its roots
Most skin pigmentation treatments at the market try to treat Melasma or Freckles from the surface of skin, but the cruel new is the more dark spots you have, the more money you'll need to pay. Although Laser treatment claimed to be able to deliver fast result, but we still observed there are many unsuccessful cases hiding under the carpet. People become frustrated because their skin become sensitive and turn worse after Laser treatment.

In Ho Modesty Consultancy, we use Chinese herbs to treat skin pigmentation from its roots. We are not only understand the formation of dark spots, but also understand the theories of breaking dark spots, repair damaged skin cells, restore the elasticity of skin, protect skin from sun damaged, increase immune system, regulate the hormones and activate whitening agent in skin.


 2.Custom made skin pigmentation supplement
Most skin pigmentation supplement designed to fix all body types. But our company believed the greatest result can be achieved by custom made product. As in Chinese Medicine theories, there are at least 6-10 body types among all the people around the world, just like what Nutritionist told you," Different body type need different diet." And now, we tell you,"Different body type need different skin pigmentation formulation."



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Office address: No.1B, 2nd Flr, Bangunan S.E., Jalan SS25/12, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. (opposite Kelana Jaya LRT, same building as Bone & Pots Restaurant).

Call to order:  012 - 488 3814 (Alexander Ho)
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A Well Known Therapist Recounts Her Experience With Acupuncture

Well known psychologist Laura S. Brown, wrote about her healing experience with acupuncture in the Psychology of Women Quarterly.

In the fall of 1987, Laura Brown lost her voice.  As a singer and a speaker, she had had voice troubles before but this laryngitis, which came on shortly after her return from the American Psychological Association Convention did not seem to improve despite much

Help For Women With Uterine Fibroids

In my Chicago acupuncture practice I treat many women for various gynecological problems. A common one is uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous tumors of the uterus that often occur during child bearing years. For many women the fibroids are not problematic but for some they can be painful and cause bleeding. I recently came across this article, by Jill Blakeway, M.S., L.A.c.,

The Magnesium Connection

At Jing, we believe supplementation should be just that - a supplement to a healthy diet, not a replacement for poor nutritional planning.  We typically recommend targeted products for specific physical, mental, or lifestyle conditions. Magnesium has long been one of our favorite mineral supplements for inflammatory conditions including pain disorders and cardiovascular conditions, certain sleep and gastrointestinal disorders, and mental health imbalances such as anxiety.

Americans as a whole are deficient in this essential nutrient, largely from decreased amounts in soil content and dietary preference for sweet and starchy foods rather than green leafy vegetables and nuts.  Those of us who are lucky enough to live in "hard water" towns as a result of limestone rock will also receive magnesium from tap water. The NIH provides an excellent reference for ways to get magnesium into your diet: Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet 

Magnesium can be delivered orally, transdermally, and though epson salt soaks. The body will excrete excess, but it is important not to take it at the same time as bisphosphonate (osteoporosis) medications or potassium-sparing diuretics (such as spironolactone or triamterene), and to consult with your primary care provider if you have renal (kidney) impairment.

Here are a few of the Magnesium products we like:

Magnesium Citrate This formulation is naturally derived from limestone and produced by fermentation. This should not be confused with the over-the-counter liquid laxative used before certain surgical or diagnostic procedures!

Cal/Mag with CoFactors This powder is mixed with water and tastes like flat lemon soda. It contains the correct calcium, magnesium, and D ratio to promote correct absorption. We cannot stress enough that the best forms of magnesium and calcium are through diet, and, much as many dermatologists will chastise me for saying this, the best source for the potent anti-oxident Vitamin D is moderate, daily sun exposure.

Magnesium Glycinate this formulation is better for folks who have a tendency to GI upset or loose stools.

To read more about the benefits of magnesium and find more evidenced-based literature, take a look at this article from Acupuncture Today: Achieving Optimal Health Through Transdermal Magnesium Therapy

Mayo Clinic Finds Ginseng Reduces Fatigue in Cancer Patients

Debilitating fatigue occurs in the majority of patients battling cancer.  So, it is nice to hear about research utilizing the benefits of Chinese herbs to relieve exhaustion among the sufferers of this disease.

In this recent study, 340 patients who were undergoing or had completed treatment for cancer received a placebo or 2000 milligrams of American Ginseng for two months. At the end of the

And The Award Goes To.... Robert Downey Jr. For His Support of Chinese Medicine

Robert Downey Jr. jokingly described himself as, "I confess, that I am as close to being a Chinese-American as any Caucasian ever could be in his life. "  He made this observation recently upon being honored for his support of Chinese Medicine. He credits his good health to TCM and said that "It's contributed to making me a more tolerable father, and son, husband, co-worker, and according to

Herbal eyes mask to reduce eye beg & dark circle

*Ho's Herbal Eyes Mask " Help you to get rid of eye beg & dark circle ! "
" See visible result immediately ! "

See the real testimonies & be one of them.

(20 years of herbs secret formula)

Thank for supporting Ho Modesty Consultancy, our mission is to help more people to have beautiful face through Chinese Medicine. Today, I am going to introduce "Ho's Herbal Eyes Mask" for those who suffering from dark circles and puffiness around eyes. This is a product that give immediate result right after 1 application!

Suitable for:1. People who overuse their eyes over long hours (TV / Computer lover)
2. People who lack of sleep or sleep late.
3. People who want to have beautiful eyes for important events.

Why choose our product?There are many products in the market claim to be able to reduce eye begs or dark circles, but our product works faster! So, why choose our eyes mask? Our product:

1. Can immediately whiten dark tone around eyes.
2. Can immediate remove puffiness under eyes.
3. Firm the eyes area.
4. Reduce fine line.
5. Contain all natural plants ingredients.

6. 20 years of Research from old Chinese Medicine Doctor from Taiwan.
7. No side effects.

8. Deliver immediate result.
9. Very Reasonable price.

About Ho's Herbal Eyes mask:It is in herbal powder form. You just need to take 1/2 small spoon of it, mix with small drop of water and honey, then use a brush to apply to your eyes area. Lying down on your bed and relax for 30 - 40 mins, after than rise with water and cleanser, get a mirror and see the result!

Characteristics of our Eye mask powder:*Contain Special Whitening herbs, such as Pearl, Asparagus cochinchinensis
that gentle to eye dedicated skin (no causing pain or peeling effect)

*Contain Firming Herb like Dioscorea opposita Thunb to tighten the eye area.

*Contain Puffiness reduction Herb like Coix lacryma-jobi to flatten eye beg.

 

~ The SUPER VALUE promotion ~ Normal price is Rm 100Eye mask powder ( 12 applications - 1 month + )* Now promotion, selling at Rm 80
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Ho Modesty office:
No.1B, 2nd Flr, Bangunan S.E., Jalan 25/12, 47301 Petaling Jaya.
Contact number: 012 - 488 3814 (Alexander Ho)

The Truth Is Coming

 


"Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth." - Buddha

Acupuncture Provides Relief for COPD Sufferers

New acupuncture research offers promising results for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In a small (68 subjects) study, patients who suffered with COPD, were treated with acupuncture along with their meds. At the end of 3 months, the group that received acupuncture were able to walk further, reported improvements in the quality of their lives, and were able to

Holistic Strategies For Skin Care

I know that I've written endlessly on this blog about the importance of treating your body as an integrated system, every organ working in tandem with the others. Today I found a post about the benefits to your skin from adopting this point of view. In the Huffington Post, there is an article about overall strategies that will enhance the health and beauty of your skin. The first suggestion

21 Suggestions for Success

This primer by NYTimes best-selling author H. Jackson Brown Jr. has made the internet and social media rounds, but as we fast approach the half-way mark of 2012, it deserves a little refresh!

1. Marry the right person. This one decision will determine 90% of your happiness or misery.
2. Work at something you enjoy and that's worth your time and talent.
3. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
4. Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
5. Be forgiving of yourself and others.
6. Be generous.
7. Have a grateful heart.
8. Persistence, persistence, persistence.
9. Discipline yourself to save money on even the most modest salary.
10. Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
11. Commit yourself to constant improvement.
12. Commit yourself to quality.
13. Understand that happiness is not based on possessions, power or prestige, but on relationships with people you love and respect.
14. Be loyal.
15. Be honest.
16. Be a self-starter.
17. Be decisive even if it means you'll sometimes be wrong.
18. Stop blaming others. Take responsibility for every area of your life.
19. Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your life, you'll regret the things you didn't do more than the ones you did.
20. Take good care of those you love.
21. Don't do anything that wouldn't make your Mom proud.

 . . . and for my two-cents:
22. Laugh wild