University study proves that Tai Chi can improve heart health
As reported in the Daily Mail-London and the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology; a Hong Kong Polytechnic University study proves that Tai Chi significantly improves heart health, lowers blood pressure and increases strength among the elderly when practiced regularly. The participants, 65 people from Hong Kong, also had improved arterial compliance and increased knee-muscle/ligament strength. […]
The Taoist approach to caring for the breasts
Taoism views the body as a complete system that is interconnected through the organs, nerves, circulation (blood and fluids including hormones), energy, mind and spirit. When the different systems are functioning properly and the blood and energy are able to circulate freely, then the body is in a state of “health”. When one kink appears […]
Official groundbreaking for Shaolin Temple’s museum
Any martial artist or fan of China’s Kung Fu movies knows that the Shaolin Temple is one of the most important and influential, universities and training grounds in the world. The temple, built between 477-495 C.E., has a very long history of producing some of the best martial artists in the world. Throughout its history […]
Ancient exercise is propelling China to Olympic greatness
If this were a fairy tale, the story may start with: Once upon a time in a distant land, a sleeping dragon began to wake as it moves its limbs and shakes its tail to disperse the remnants of its deep slumber. There is definitely evidence that this fairy tale is reality, and the sleeping […]
A simple, delicious and healthy smoothie with black sesame seeds
Smoothies are a delicious and simple way to increase the consumption of healthy and powerful food. It is an especially good method for stubborn kids or spouses (yes, that may include you), that might not otherwise eat a varied diet. This is a simple recipe that is popular in Asia, especially China and Japan, and […]
The attack on organic food continues
Over the past few months there have been many articles and “news” coverage regarding organic food. Many people covering the topic for the mainstream news have an obviously slanted agenda against organic food. Viewing some of the articles headlines will suffice to expose this agenda: “Does organic food turn people into jerks?”, “Drug Resistant Bugs […]
Top 10 longest living animals
The National Taoism Examiner was recently emailed a YouTube video regarding the top 10 longest living creatures. You will notice that the Taoism Examiner removed “human” from the list which did appear as #9, as Taoists view humans as belonging to their own kingdom or category, distinct from all other life. over 100 years old […]
The human battery: the original energy theory
Taoists proved thousands of years ago that energy is the basis of all life in the universe. Energy is the foundation of everything; from the most distant star to the smallest grain of sand on earth. Of particular importance, from the newborn baby to the baby boomers to society’s elders, is how energy impacts our […]
NQA’s annual qigong conference set for Vancouver, Washington
The National Qigong Association’s 2012 annual conference will be held at the Vancouver Hilton in Vancouver Washington, July 27-29. NQA describes their organization as the “premiere membership organization for Qigong. (NQA.org)” NQA is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for people to learn about Qigong. They are well known for developing and distributing […]
Robert Downey Jr. honored for his dedication to Chinese medicine & martial arts
https://youtu.be/xfSMn7DvwII Recently, Robert Downey Jr. was honored with the 2012 Robert Graham Visionary Award by Yo San University. According to Yo San University President Larry Ryan, Yo San’s highest honor “is named after the late Robert Graham, an international artist and sculptor, and husband of Anjelica Huston. Mr Graham is best known for his work […]
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