Convert the Jing (sexual energy) to replenish the brain? True!

As with most young men puberty brought an explosion of hormones. My father warned me time after time not to read porn magazines and masturbate. He said they have a negative effect on me both physically and spiritually. It is common knowledge among older Chinese that sex deplete ones energy. The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Classic, the bible of Chinese medicine, explicitly explains how sex affects you. At that time I just laughed it off, because many western medical journals and studies say sex and masturbation are good for you: just a minor loss of protein which can easily be replenished.

Only after I began Nei Dan (inner alchemy) practice did I realize from my own personal experience, how true that ancient wisdom is. Usually in the Nei Dan process, the first step is to convert Jing (sexual energy) into Qi and use that to replenish the brain. This process is called Huan Jing Bu Nao in Chinese. If you ask the Chinese about this term, I am sure many have heard about it from books, magazine, movies or TV dramas. Sadly, most of the time these days this term is used in a comic way; thus, the younger generations dismiss it as fiction.

Interestingly, just a couple of months ago, I read a study on how watching porn affects our brain. “Researchers found that gray matter volume in the right caudate of the striatum was smaller among frequent porn viewers. Men who watched more porn also showed less activity in another area of the striatum, known as the left putamen … These brain changes are similar to those seen in cocaine addicts, who develop abnormalities in areas, such as the nucleus accumbens and striatum, which are responsible for learning, memory, pleasure, and reward.”

For the full article see:
http://www.medicaldaily.com/watching-adult-films-alters-brain-activity-similar-drug-addicts-alcoholics-347224

So after all, the idea of converting the jing (sexual energy) to replenish the brain doesn’t sound that absurd. Indeed, anyone with some background in Traditional Chinese Medicine knows that the brain is part of the kidney systems and jing is mainly stored in the lower dan tian, particularly the area between your kidneys (ming men).

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TRAITEMENT DU SYSTEME RESPIRATOIRE   

Toux, Bronchite, Asthme, Rhume, Sinusite, Rhinite, Laryngite - Pharyngite                                         

Allergies etc.                                         

TRAITEMENT RHUMATOLOGIQUE Fracture osseuses, Tendinite, Tennis elbow, Entorse, Syndrome carpien, Cervicalgie, Sciatique,Polyarthrite, rhumatoïde, Ostéoporose, Lombalgie,

Rhumatisme chronique Arthrose, Dorsalgie Torticolis,Traumatisme etc.

TRAITEMENT PSYCHOLOGIQUE

Dépression mentale, Insomnie, Réveils fréquents,Cauchemars, Tristesse, Anxiété – Angoisse, Agitation, Stress, Nervosité, Névrose, Pertes de mémoire, Psychose, Hystérie etc.

TRAITEMENT  ANDULLATION'andullation désigne une toute nouvelle méthode de thérapie dans le cadre de laquelle différents modèles de maux, liés au 'mauvais fonctionnement' ou au 'fonctionnement insuffisant' d'organes, sont traités par une combinaison de (1) vibrations mécaniques qui génèrent une résonance dans la cellule et d' (2) ondes de chaleur électromagnétiques diffusées par infrarouge

Le carnaval chez Marc

Nous amis francophones se sont donnés a fond pour le carnaval chez notre ami Marc. L’apéritif offert par la maison et l'ambiance était garantie. N'oubliez pas de marquér cette page et suivre notre blog pour plus d'info. 

Les huîtres, tellement bon

We are going to enjoy the finest, Oysters from Arcachon, France for a little treat.

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Turmeric against depression an inflamamatory skin conditions

In cooking, herbs and spices boost the flavour of our food. But did you know these same spices and herbs can also deliver health benefits that, in some cases rival our strongest medications?  Turmeric, known in the west for its use in Indian cooking, is often referred to as the “Queen of Spices”. It comes from the dry ground root of Curcuma longa, typically found in India and Indonesia. It has a deep yellow-orange tinge, from which it earns one of its nicknames, “Indian saffron”. Health benefits of turmeric include anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, ant carcinogenic, and antioxidant properties. In India and China it has been used medicinally for centuries. In the Western world, however, turmeric is best known for its culinary prowess. Turmeric gives American yellow mustard its bright yellow color. Also, it is one of the main ingredients in curry dishes. It has a bitter, peppery flavour and smells like a mixture of orange peel and ginger. Turmeric´s health benefits are well-known and documented.

The history and the discovery of the benefits of turmeric are fascinating. Both India and China claim to have been the first to use it medicinally. Ancient Polynesians carried turmeric with them on their voyage across the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii. In 1280 AD, Marco Polo recorded information on the benefits of turmeric in his diary. “There is also a vegetable which has all the properties of true saffron, as well the smell and the colour, and yet it is not really saffron.” Even in modern times, in Hawaii turmeric is still used, known to Hawaiians as “Olena”.

Undoubtedly, the most powerful ingredient in turmeric is curcuma. Curcuma gives turmeric its characteristic yellow color. It is a substance that is non-toxic and is found in turmeric along with other nutrients. These nutrients are included in the list below. The nutrients and quantities in 2 teaspoons (4.52 grams) of turmeric powder is as follows:

Dietary Fibre – 960 mg

Manganese – 0.36 mg

Vitamin B6 – 0.08 mg

Iron – 1.88 mg

Potassium – 114.48 mg

Turmeric has been used for centuries not only in cuisine, but also as an integral part of Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine.  (The former relies on turmeric for many external treatments as well as in Java; it is featured prominently in the “Lulur”, a pre-wedding body treatment given to all new brides on their wedding day to beautify the skin). Recent research is beginning to back up many of these time-tested uses with scientific data. The most well-known benefit of turmeric is its anti-inflammatory properties. Curcuma has been shown to produce anti-inflammatory effects that rival those of ibuprofen and hydrocortisone. As an added benefit, curcuma does not have the potential toxicity that pharmaceutical drugs exhibit.

According to scientific studies, conditions for which turmeric may be beneficial are numerous. These include, but are not limited to the following conditions:

Alzheimer´s Disease

Adrenal Insufficiency

Psoriasis

Diabetes

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Infertility

Rheumatoid Arthritis & Osteoarthritis

Cystic Fibrosis

Cancer (all types)

Heart Disease

Liver toxicity & disease

Multiple Sclerosis

So here are the top health benefits of Turmeric:

When combined with cauliflower, it has shown to prevent prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing prostate cancer. It is a natural liver detoxifier.

Visit to Murcia

Last weekend we went to Murcia in south-eastern Spain, the capital and most populous city of the Autonomous Community of the Region of Murcia, and the seventh largest city in the country. The city is divided into the old town and the new. The Cathedral of Murcia was built between 1394 and 1465 in the Castilian Gothic style. Its tower was completed in 1792 and shows a blend of architectural styles.

 The first two stories were built in the Renaissance style (1521–1546), while the third is Baroque. The bell pavilion exhibits both Rococo and Neoclassical influences. The main façade (1736–1754) is considered a masterpiece of the Spanish Baroque style. Pedestrian areas cover most of the old town of the city, which is centred around Platería and Trapería Streets. 

Trapería goes from the Cathedral to the Plaza de Santo Domingo, formerly a bustling market square. Located in Trapería is the Casino, a social club erected in 1847, with a sumptuous interior that includes a Moorish-style patio inspired by the royal chambers of the Alhambra near Granada.

 

. The name Plateria refers to plata (silver), as this street was the historical focus for the commerce of rare metals by Murcia's Jewish community. The other street, Traperia, refers to trapos, or cloths, as this was once the focus for the Jewish community's garment trade. 

Fine dining is possible in the old town center.

We traveled back to Alicante, not on the motorway, but in the mainland, the backyard of Spain, a wonderful countryside who still amazes. From old watermills to in-land seas, Golden sunshine on a land that lays restless with long plains and bushy quarters. There is semblance with the inland Morocco, next to the sandy mill you will find farmers growing cabbage, celery and olives. What a combination.

 Driving all the way to Santa Pola, the landscape changes into a sea side resort with one of the left places, wild in nature, that em brasses the sea and little creeks. In summertime the place to be for campers, and tourists who love the country side with a sniff of the salty sea. Little wooden houses on the beach in this tile of the year are empty, the beach restaurants are gone. Every summer season they construct whole little villages with refreshments, food and tapas bars.

Poppy Appeal, British Legion in Benidorm

A great day for  the British Legion. The sun was glorious over the standards from all around,  La Nucia, Benidorm, Benimantel. The British Consul Paul Rodwell, along with the Mayor Agustin Navarro and RBL District Chairman Chriss Wyatt gave speeches.

The Royal British Legion plays an active role in the local community, and they rely on the help of their members to carry out the work in their local areas. There are many ways people can help and become involved, and it is essential to their work for the serving and ex-Service community.To raise public awareness of what the Legion does in the community and encourage more people to get involved with the welfare and membership activities of the Legion, they participate in various events and activities. 

Today Poppy Appeal was launched with pipes and drums,Torrevieja Pipes and Drums band,  the visitors gave them a standing ovation after they performed the British Hymns.

I most admit there are some bad notes to see. The comrades from the different branches wearing their uniforms and medals and proud to serve, next to some English lads with no decency for the flag and the commemoration of the battle field, sitting in the front line with no shirts and half naked,  a shame for the Brits. 

Proud to be the Chelsea Pensioners present at the ceremonial

  Several Spanish residents asked about the "uniform" and after a conversation and several photographs, they enjoyed it. A Chelsea pensioner is an in-pensioner at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, a retirement home and nursing home for former members of the British Army located in Chelsea, London. Historically, however, the phrase applied more widely, referring to both in-pensioners and out-pensioners. 

Poppy Appeal 2013, Benidorm  the photoset.

Don't forget to donate to one of the finest organisations for ex-service men. 

The British Legion North Spain pay their website a visit. 

Street art, food and gin master class

Spaniards are know to have fiestas every week. Bonfire  and music, in the still of the day or night you hear them everywhere. We visited this weekend : Fira Gata al Carrer , a typical Spanish Fiesta, with stands going from gastronomy to craftsmen, and street art.

 Design companies made some set ups in the cobbled streets with the classical fronts of old townhouses. Out of the balconies the young artists made their point in exhibiting their form of art. Collages of tissues, painted clothing, and lace. Made by you artists and really worth a look.

Gastronomy was somewhat disappointing,  only some special sausages, a pastry shop and a wine shop, we expected some more specialties.

A light came into the darkness, the organizer announced a masterclass in Gin, new tendencies. We are good bloggers so we payed them a visit and a taste. Fine perfumed gin with a nice flavor. The head chef, barman served it as a master en we really enjoyed. 

Finally at the end of the day a nice performance was given by a local Folk dance group. We enjoyed the day.