"Chinese Medicine for Health is a rare find. Firstly, it is not easy to find a good TCM book written in
English. Secondly, the authors have made the complexity and critical foundational concepts of TCM
easy to understand and very readable. The yangsheng养生 principles and delicious herbal recipes
shared in the book will serve well seniors in their pursuit of total wellness and longevity."

Soh Swee Ping
Chief Executive Officer, Council for Third Age (C3A)
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"This is an extensively researched book on TCM written with great care and consideration, in clear
and simple language. I especially like the chapter on Yangsheng (The Art of Cultivating Life), which
is in line with Healthier SG in promoting wellness through physical, mental and spiritual health. The
aim is to incorporate these principles into our lifestyle by combining Western ideas and Chinese
wisdom into the art and science of living a balanced life. This should serve as our fundamental
approach to health and disease prevention."

Dr Lily Aw
Senior Consultant Family Physician, Fellow of the Academy of Medicine Singapore;
Registered Acupuncturist

"This comprehensive introductory book on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is commendable for
its use of clear and simple language to explain TCM and interpret it in the context of Western
medicine. It also distils ancient Chinese wisdom in the philosophy of TCM. An integral part of
Chinese culture, TCM is more than an art of treatment. It also places emphasis on preventing
disease and enhancing longevity. Western and Chinese Medicine practitioners should collaborate in
research to develop a better system of medical care. Hopefully, this book will serve as a bridge
between them."

Dr Koh Chin Aik
President, Society of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Singapore)

"Chinese Medicine for Health is highly recommended for those who wish to have a better
understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine and for those who are looking for a holistic way to
improve or maintain one's health. It is clear and concise, easy to read, captivating and include the
authors' candid views on the future of Chinese Medicine. The reader will be inspired by the many
easy-to-prepare recipes for tonics, preparations for various conditions as well as porridge, soups
and herbal teas for cultivating life (Yangsheng)!"

Associate Professor Koh Hwee Ling
Dept of Pharmacy, National University of Singapore

"This book is written with scintillating clarity. As a primer, it is the best available introductory book
on Traditional Chinese Medicine. It covers a broad swath of the subject including history,
philosophy, physiology, diet and preventive health. The quintessential elements of lifestyle in the
Age Well Everyday program of the NUS Mind-Science Centre dovetail well with the ideas articulated
by the authors.
It is as absorbing and piquing as its companion volume, Principles of Chinese Medicine: A Modern
Interpretation."

Professor Kua Ee Heok
Tan Geok Yin Professor in Psychiatry & Neuroscience, National University of Singapore

"If you are looking for ways to have a healthy life you will be rewarded to read and practise the
gems expounded in this book. The authors succinctly explain the basics of TCM, dispensed in just
the right doses. Concepts of causes, diagnosis and treatment of illnesses are clearly explained.
While there is some mention of contraindications of TCM treatments, this important subject calls for
more specialised research, albeit outside the scope of this introductory book.

For those interested in eating like an emperor, chapters 13 and 14 on 'yangsheng' are must reads.
Enjoy good health and beauty!"

Dr Tan Chay Hoon
President, Asia College of Neuropsychopharmacology, Honorary Fellow and former Associate
Professor of Pharmacology, National University of Singapore

"Functional or integrative medicine, popularised in the 1990s, centres around a holistic,
personalised approach to health and healing. Chinese Medicine for Health shows me that TCM
fundamentally adopts this philosophy! The patient-centric approach of TCM and its important
concept of yangsheng are clearly and simply explained.
The authors have dissected the complexities of the ancient Chinese medical classic Huangdi
Neijing in a comprehensive yet easily comprehensible manner for ordinary folks."

Genevieve Chua
Chief Executive Officer, OVOL Singapore Pte Ltd

"Chinese medicine has brought healing and good health to millions through the ages. Because of its
close link to the Chinese culture, however, it can seem abstruse to those who do not know the
language. This new book demystifies the art and science of Chinese medicine. With sound
knowledge of both Western and Chinese medicine, the authors have produced the finest English
exposition yet of Chinese medicine. Chinese Medicine for Health is a must-read for medical
professionals as well as anyone simply wishing to live healthier and longer."

Dr Michael Tai
Fellow of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland

"Chinese Medicine for Health is everyone's guide to achieving and maintaining a positive integration
of Mind, Body and Spirit. It is a compendium of the wisdom of ancient Chinese medicine and
practices for yangsheng. The authors explain TCM concepts in a highly approachable style. I
particularly like the detailed descriptions of herbs, acupuncture, recipes for soups, tonics and teas.
This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing a fulfilling life in health and
wellbeing."

Carmee Lee
Mentor Principal, MindChamps Holdings;
Founder & President, Aoede Music Enterprise Pte Ltd

"A fascinating book from the perspective of a lay person. The recipes are very informative and
useful. Porridge is in our daily diet but until I read the book, I had never realized that it can be
for yangsheng too!"

Dr Lee Chay Hoon
Director, Organization Development and Human Resource, Keppel Offshore and Marine

This contemporary introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is written in a lively and lucid
way for the general reader interested in holistic healing and internal harmony. It also explains TCM
to the Western physician: medical concepts are presented in a way that does not conflict with
knowledge of biomedicine, helping them appreciate TCM as complementary healthcare.
Beginning with an outline of fundamental entities qi, blood and essence, the book then expounds
TCM models of yin yang, the five elements and TCM syndromes that form the basis of diagnosis and
therapy. Delightful chapters on the healing wonders of herbs and recipes come with instructions for
preparing delicious food and teas. Explanations of acupuncture, chronic disease management
and yangsheng (life cultivation) enlighten with simple yet profound ideas underlying this ancient
science. They reveal how TCM retains an irreplaceable role in healthcare despite impressive
advances in modern medicine.
The materials in the book have been used in well-received public courses in Chinese medicine that
the authors have taught for over a decade.