Category Archive For "Health"
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Happy Buddha: The Health Benefits to Living a Buddhist Lifestyle
Buddhist teachings say one can achieve happiness through physical and mental well-being. Through simple methods such as dietary choices, meditation,exercising, and just maintaining a healthy living environment, achieving happiness as a Buddhist is not outside the realm of possibility. In this article by Pacific Prime, we will be going through tips and tricks to help …
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Different Ways to Beat the Winter Blues in China
Once the days have gotten colder and the nights are getting longer in China, there are numerous pitfalls to watch out for. You may have heard of freezing temperatures or air pollution, but among all those pitfalls lies one silent but rather severe product of China’s winter: the Winter Blues. In this Pacific Prime blog …
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The Importance of Iron During Pregnancy
Iron is an important mineral required for human growth and to keep a healthy person functional, that is why it is even more important for mothers-to-be to maintain a healthy level of iron in their system during pregnancy. In this Pacific Prime article, we look at the importance of iron during pregnancy for mothers-to-be and …
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Why You Shouldn’t Drink Cold Water, According to Traditional Chinese Medicine
Do you guzzle down a cold beverage to quench your thirst when it’s hot out? Or maybe you’re used to drinking cold water in the morning to wake up. If so, you may be surprised to know that the habit is considered unhealthy by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) standards. This Pacific Prime article looks at …
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A Quick Guide to Fitness and Gyms in Beijing
One thing that you’ll notice about people in China is that they love to take their physical activities outdoors, especially to the parks. Just walk around Beijing or any other city in China and you will see that outdoor fitness is practically everywhere. Chinese people enjoy meeting in the mornings for fitness, Tai Chi, dance, …