Category Archives: China

Chinese Culture in Thailand

Posted on December 3, 2011 by administer

There is a cultural connection between China and Thailand that stretches over many centuries. A large percent of Thais have Chinese ancestry. You can see Chinese characters, Chinese architecture and Chinese temples all over Thailand. Even the present royal dynasty, … Continue reading →

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The China Study Advocates Alkaline Foods

Posted on November 9, 2011 by administer

A book titled The China Study: Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss, and Long-Term Health is an eye opener in terms of finding out more about nutrition and how we can enjoy a long and healthy life. The authors advocate … Continue reading →

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Shih Tzu Fleas

Posted on October 30, 2011 by administer

The Chinese Lion Dog and the Flea My Shih Tzu, Chan, has had a problem with fleas recently. Being a dog of Chinese descent, I wanted to give traditional Chinese medicine a try, so I began to look into the … Continue reading →

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What the Tai Chi Masters Can Teach You About Mastering the Guitar

Posted on October 23, 2011 by administer

I’ve been playing guitar since my teens and have loved every minute of it. It’s given me the opportunity to meet new friends, to make cool music as part of various bands or alone in the comfort of my front … Continue reading →

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Recycling in China

Posted on October 17, 2011 by administer

People in the Western developed world are often under the misapprehension that developing countries do not recycle. An article in the New York Times in December 2009 wrote: ‘Chinese public has shown little enthusiasm for recycling. As Mr. Zhong, the … Continue reading →

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Coconuts in China

Posted on October 14, 2011 by administer

China is not famous for its coconuts. You would be forgiven if you thought that China didn’t actually produce coconuts, but the country does. According to www.data.mongabay.com in 2009 China sold 109,406 coconuts. The coconut cannot grow in an area … Continue reading →

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International Grad Students and Vaporizer Research

Posted on October 11, 2011 by administer

Lately, lots of folks on campus have been coming by the Institute. This is probably due to the increased interest in studying abroad in China. Traditionally, the most popular destinations for exchange students have been in Europe. Among the most … Continue reading →

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Natural Resources in China

Posted on October 6, 2011 by administer

‘Natural resources’ is a phrase that covers a wide variety of things. It is possible to talk about water resources, climatic resources, biological resources, forestry resources and mineral resources. Anything of value for humanity that comes from the natural world … Continue reading →

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China and America

Posted on October 4, 2011 by administer

China and America have a surprising amount in common. Superficially, the two countries seem diametrically opposed – America is a ‘capitalist’ country and China is a ‘communist’ country. These are just labels by which the game of ideologies is played. … Continue reading →

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The Mandate of Heaven

Posted on October 2, 2011 by administer

The Mandate of Heaven (pinyin: Tianmìng) is an important philosophical concept that is helpful to the outsider to understand the mechanics of power in China. It is a concept that is different from the Divine Right of Kings used in … Continue reading →

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