Video Librarian Uncovers 'The Secret World of Wellness: Ancient China'

The Janson Media DVD, The Secret World of Wellness: Ancient China was highly recommended in a recent review by Video Librarian. The review commends the film and its ability to document the struggle between traditional wellness techniques and modern industrialized practices. The company's collection The Secret World of Wellness also includes journeys to Ancient Rome and India.

'An engaging introduction to traditional Chinese medicine, The Secret World of Wellness: Ancient China offers both a historical perspective and a look at how contemporary practitioners are carrying on these centuries-old treatments in modern high-rise China. Placing great emphasis on the prevention of disease, traditional Chinese medicine puts Chi (the concept of the universal life force) at the center of its teachings. Practitioners and patients alike believe that disease and illness result from Chi being out of balance, due to blockages in physiological pathways that have been mapped and understood for centuries. Among the better-known therapeutic practices in the Western world are acupressure and acupuncture (the latter relies on simple pressure or needles inserted into the skin to free up energy pathways and promote healing). Of course, foods and herbs also play a strong role. As China continues to industrialize, traditional medicine is losing ground in urban centers, but this beautifully filmed and informative documentary also follows one young doctor who has moved to the smoggy high rises in order to practice these ancient wellness techniques. Two other titles in The Secret World of Wellness series (series price: $49.95) are also available: Ancient India and Ancient Rome. Highly recommended'. - Video Librarian

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