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World Health Day 2025: Diabetes Awareness

At Mi Maiv, we believe in blending traditional wisdom with modern medicine. By increasing awareness, making informed choices, and supporting one another, we can take charge of our health while staying true to our Hmong heritage. Together, let's continue to educate, advocate, and care for ourselves and our families.

Reclaim Your Brain: Post-Baby Memory Hacks

Brain changes after childbirth are completely normal, and while they might feel unsettling at times, they can also help you adjust to your new role as a mother. With a little extra care—staying active, eating well, resting, and incorporating brain-supporting supplements like Ginkgo Biloba and Ginseng—you can support your cognitive health during this transition.

The Delicacy of Hmong Rice (Mov Nplej Tshiab)

Hmong rice, known as mov nplej tshiab (mo ple chia), is more than just a staple food—it is a cultural and culinary ...

Sedum Emarginatum (Kuab Nplai Taub) Uses in Hmong Medicine

What is Emarginatum Sedum? Emarginatum Sedum, also known in Hmong as Kuab Nplai Taub, is a type of succulent plant ...

Stringing Stonecrop Sedum (Kuab Nplai Dib): A Versatile and Medicinal Plant

In Hmong culture, this plant is used to treat morning sickness in pregnant women. Typically, a few sprigs, including both leaves and stems, are chopped and scrambled with an egg, then steamed. Once the egg is fully cooked and firm, it is served to the pregnant mother and she is to eat this first thing in the morning before breakfast.