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Reflection, Gratitude, and a Happy New Year

Welcome to Tea with Erping. Confucius once said, “By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by
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Opium Poppy: The Flower That Revolutionized Medicine, But Fueled the Opioid Epidemic

Recognizable by their delicate, vivid blossoms, poppies are a flowering plant of the Papaveraceae subfamily. Poppies grow all over the world, from the freezing tundra to scorching hot deserts. They
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Walking for Wellness: How You Can Benefit From Regular Walks
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Aloe Vera: One of Nature’s Most Potent Healing Plants
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Nut Cookies: An Original Recipe for a Low-Carb, Low-Sugar, Full-Flavor Treat
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The Tibetan Singing Bowl: A Spiritual Tradition Nearly Lost
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Outdoor Education: How Open-Air Classrooms Enhance Learning
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Unlocking the Mysteries of the Human Heart
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Benefits of Sitting and Meditation in the Lotus Position
The lotus position is a preferred method of sitting in meditation. Though physically daunting for some, it can be done by almost anyone with perseverance. Apart from deepening one’s meditative trance, the full lotus position...
If your mushroom pallet is limited to buttons and portabellas, you’re missing out on a whole load of yum, and more vitamins and minerals than you can shake a stick at. An important source of protein and B vitamins for vegetarians, they also contain compounds conducive to preventing and treating cancer.
The ‘Magic’ of Mushrooms – Nutritional, Medicinal Value Extends to Cancer Prevention
If your mushroom pallet is limited to buttons and portabellas, you’re missing out on a whole load of yum, and more vitamins and minerals than you can shake a stick at. An important protein and...
Traditional Chinese medicine indicates that gold and silver are not only beautiful but also healthy to wear.
Silver and Gold Jewelry: Worn in Ancient China for Beauty and Health
In ancient times, the Chinese had a saying: wearing silver will bring health and wealth. Li Shizhen, known as the father of traditional Chinese medicine, recorded in the "Compendium of Materia Medica" that silver has...
The Miraculous Healing Effects of Good Music
During World War II, the U.S. Army field hospitals were filled with wounded soldiers. In hot weather, with hordes of mosquitoes and a severe shortage of medicine, the rate of surgical infection and mortality was...
The eyes are often overworked by prolonged exposure to harmful rays from electronic devices in addition to sunlight
Keep Your Eyes Healthy With Proper Nutrition
Most adults, and even children, spend several hours a day on electronic devices, taxing the eyes. In addition, the eyes are the only organ, other than the skin, that is directly exposed to sunlight; so...
A man holds up roasted Kopi Luwak coffee seeds inside a 'Kopi Luwak' or Civet coffee farm and cafe on May 27, 2013 in Tampaksiring, Bali, Indonesia. Coffee is a source of one of the most widely used drugs in the world - caffeine.
The Caffeine Controversy: Pros and Cons of Coffee Consumption
Drinking coffee is a morning ritual for most adults. Coffee drinkers will tell you that it wakes them up and makes them more alert. While there are studies that show health benefits to this workplace...
South Africa’s Best-Kept Secret: A Mountain of Medicinal Plants
South Africa not only has great wildlife, but it is also home to 10 percent of the world's flowering species. The Cape Floral Kingdom is a magnificent region situated in the province of Western Cape...