In China, fair skin has long been considered beautiful. Many ancient Chinese idioms describing beautiful women emphasize fair skin, such as "skin like solidified cream" and "jade-like bones and ice-like skin." The classic Chinese medicine text, *Huangdi Neijing*, describes a healthy and perfect complexion as "white silk wrapped with cinnabar," indicating not only fair skin but also abundant qi and blood with a slight rosy glow. This time, registered Chinese medicine practitio

Breast enhancement, like weight loss, seems to be an unavoidable topic among women, but bigger isn't necessarily better. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching shared in an article for *Sing Tao Daily* that besides women seeking breast enhancement, many also hope to find ways to reduce breast size. One girl with a sweet tooth started developing breasts in elementary school and, because of her large breasts, disliked exercising, leading to gradual weight gai

A traditional Chinese medicine practitioner revealed that she experienced severe hair loss after reducing her intake of starchy meats postpartum, and she shared four methods to help her regain her hair. Hair loss is a common problem and a concern for many new mothers, even Chinese medicine practitioners encounter this challenge. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching shared her experience of postpartum hair loss with Sing Tao Daily, saying that two months p

▲ From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, nourishing kidney qi is crucial for children's future healthy reproductive function and physical development. Parents are most concerned about their children's growth spurt during adolescence, as this is the golden period for height increase. Being tall has its advantages. In addition to good sleep, a balanced diet, and exercise, young people can also benefit from traditional Chinese medicine by consuming medicinal soups

Parents are most concerned about their children's growth spurt during adolescence, as this is the golden period for height increase. Being tall has its advantages. In addition to good sleep, a balanced diet, and exercise, young people can also benefit from traditional Chinese medicine by consuming medicinal soups that help strengthen the spleen and kidneys, thus contributing to healthy height and physique development. Registered Chinese Medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching

How to keep a child's body moisturized in winter Winter weather is dry, and there's less chance of sweating, so it's recommended to use a more moisturizing ointment. These ointments have a higher oil content than regular creams, providing better hydration and locking in moisture, making them suitable for dry skin. When choosing an ointment for children or those with sensitive skin, select one that is free of pigments and fragrances, hypoallergenic, suitable for infants, and p

Breastfeeding is widely encouraged in today's society, but new mothers often encounter difficulties in this area. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching, in an interview with *Sing Tao Daily*, stated that new mothers frequently face challenges with milk production and breastfeeding. If these problems are not addressed promptly or incorrect methods are used, "it can be more painful than childbirth." To address this, she shared several correct methods for dea

Having children is a major life event. During the 40 weeks of pregnancy, expectant mothers experience various physiological and psychological changes. Some pregnant women experience discomfort in early pregnancy, such as morning sickness, loss of appetite, and fatigue. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching recently shared with the *Sing Tao Daily* that the first 12 weeks of pregnancy are the most crucial stage for embryonic development and also the period

Expectant mothers face both physical and psychological changes during early pregnancy. Some may experience bleeding or spotting, which is often considered a miscarriage and can cause anxiety about the baby's health. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching recently told the *Sing Tao Daily* that pregnant women experiencing bleeding should rest in bed as much as possible. If the bleeding is mild and the fetal heartbeat is normal, traditional Chinese medicine c

If a pregnant woman is diagnosed with COVID-19, she will inevitably worry about the impact on the health of her fetus. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Huang Jingjing was diagnosed with Omicron infection when she was 3 months pregnant. She once had a sore throat and lost her voice. She was not sent to the hospital until the 13th day. While waiting at home, she took Chinese patent medicines and diet to relieve her symptoms. She has now fully recovered and her fetus is

As the pandemic continues and confirmed cases surge, the long waiting list for hospital admissions is overwhelming the healthcare system. Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner Huang Jingjing, three months pregnant, received a preliminary diagnosis of COVID-19 on February 3rd and waited at home for 12 days before being admitted to the hospital. During this time, she suffered from a cough and sore throat that eventually led to loss of voice. She drank pear syrup

▲ Suffering from a cough, sore throat, or voice loss after COVID-19? Our TCM practitioner recommends a nourishing Snow Pear Soup to soothe your throat, reduce phlegm, and relieve your symptoms. How can you relieve a sore throat and heavy phlegm after testing positive for COVID-19? Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner Dr. Huang Jingjing caught the virus early this month while three months pregnant and was hospitalized 12 days later. During the initial stage, she suffered f

Hong Kong's confirmed cases have surpassed 30,000, and with more and more people around us testing positive, the public healthcare system is overwhelmed. Currently, even if you are diagnosed, experts recommend self-isolation at home if your symptoms are mild. If you are infected, you can only stay home and take care of yourself. Registered Chinese medicine practitioner Wong Ching-ching, who was over three months pregnant, was diagnosed in early February and subsequently devel

During this extraordinary time, to maintain good health, in addition to strengthening hygiene awareness and reducing outings, the most important thing for citizens is to boost their own immunity. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, different dietary therapies can help enhance immunity, but everyone's constitution is different. So how should we choose our food, and what should we pay attention to? Post-illness conditioning for 4 different body types During th