The Five Elements are interrelated through generation and restriction.
Generation: Wood generates Fire, Fire generates Earth, Earth generates Metal, Metal generates Water, Water generates Wood. —- Generation represents development.
Restriction: Wood restrains Earth, Earth restrains Water, Water restrains Fire, Fire restrains Metal, Metal restrains Wood. —- Restriction represents balance.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concepts of “Five Elements, Five Qi, Five Organs, Five Tastes, and Five Colors” are interconnected and mutually supportive. The harmony of the Five Elements directly affects bodily functions; any imbalance can lead to corresponding physical symptoms. Therefore, understanding the Five Elements of the body is essential for health.
Wood Element Season: Spring
Wood Element Organs: Liver, Gallbladder, Eyes. When overworked, the first organ to protect is the liver. The liver is the organ that stores blood in the body; if you work hard, it must work hard to store blood. The Five Elements are generated in the order of Liver → Heart → Spleen → Lung → Kidney. If the liver is overworked and weak, it affects the Heart, Spleen, Lung, and Kidney, and accumulated anger from overwork can also harm the liver. Therefore, snacks during overtime work can include sour foods, such as preserved plums. If any organ associated with the Wood Element feels uncomfortable, consuming more green foods, which correspond to the liver and gallbladder, is beneficial. These foods are rich in chlorophyll, vitamins, and fiber, which help the organs expel toxins from the body.
Wood Element Emotion: Anger
Wood Element Taste: Sour
Wood Element Foods: Green foods
Recommended Foods: Cabbage, Bok Choy, Spinach, and other leafy vegetables.
Fire Element Season: Summer.
Fire Element Organs: Heart, Small Intestine, Tongue
Fire Element Emotion: Joy
Fire Element Taste: Bitter
Fire Element Foods: Red foods. The heart belongs to the Fire Element, which can easily become overheated, leading to restlessness and increased heart rate, putting extra burden on the heart. Therefore, nurturing the heart is most important in summer. In addition to consuming heart-nourishing foods, according to the principle of restriction in the Five Elements, the Kidney restrains Heart Fire, so nourishing Kidney Qi in winter is a wise approach. Foods that are red, corresponding to the red blood and the heart responsible for blood circulation, are best for heart nourishment, especially for those with poor complexion and cold extremities.
Recommended Foods: Red Beans, Red Dates, Carrots, Red Peppers, Tomatoes.
Earth Element Season: Late Summer. This refers to the period in summer when the dry heat passes and it begins to rain.
Earth Element Organs: Spleen, Stomach, Mouth
Earth Element Emotion: Worry
Earth Element Taste: Sweet
Earth Element Foods: Yellow foods. Late summer is the wettest time of the year. Excess moisture can harm the spleen and stomach, affecting appetite, which is why we often lack appetite in the peak of summer. During this time, it is important to consume more sweet and bitter foods; sweet foods can replenish Spleen Qi, and according to the Five Elements, the Fire Element heart nourishes the Earth Element spleen, so consuming bitter foods that strengthen the heart also benefits the spleen.
Problems with the Earth organs correspond to yellow foods. The spleen and stomach play a role in nutrient supply in the body; when they are well-regulated, Qi and blood will be abundant.
Recommended Foods: Oranges, Pumpkins, Corn, Yellow Soybeans, Sweet Potatoes.
Metal Element Season: Autumn
In autumn, the lungs should be well cared for, as cough is the most common ailment, influenced by the spirit of the Five Elements. As the grass and trees begin to wither in autumn, it can easily lead to feelings of melancholy.
Metal Element Organs: Lungs, Large Intestine, Nose
Metal Element Emotion: Sadness. Sadness belongs to Metal and is associated with the lungs; excessive sadness can damage the lungs.
Metal Element Taste: Spicy
Metal Element Foods: White foods. Foods of the Metal Element primarily correspond to the lungs and are mostly white foods. They are generally neutral and cool in nature, which can strengthen the lungs and promote gastrointestinal motility, enhancing metabolism and giving skin elasticity and luster.
Recommended Foods: Pears, White Radishes, Yam, Almonds, Lilies, White Fungus.
Water Element Season: Winter
Water Element Organs: Kidneys, Bladder, Ears. Excessive dining out can harm the kidneys, which are our most concerned organs. Chefs often use a lot of oil and salt, making food more flavorful. However, salty taste belongs to Water and is beneficial in moderation; excessive salt can be detrimental, especially if the complexion darkens, indicating potential kidney issues.
Water Element Emotion: Fear
Water Element Taste: Salty
Water Element Foods: Black foods. These foods correspond to the kidneys and bones, and regular consumption can help maintain normal metabolism related to the kidneys, bladder, and bones, preventing excess water retention that can cause edema and strengthening the bones.
Recommended Foods: Black Beans, Black Sesame, Blueberries, Mushrooms, Black Dates, Longan, Dried Plums.
In summary:
Five Elements: Fire, Wood, Earth, Metal, Water
Five Organs: Heart, Liver, Spleen, Lung, Kidney
Five Bowels: Small Intestine, Gallbladder, Stomach, Large Intestine, Bladder
Five Senses: Tongue, Eyes, Mouth, Nose, Ears
Five Features: Face, Nails, Lips, Skin, Hair
Five Tastes: Bitter, Sour, Sweet, Spicy, Salty
Five Colors: Red, Green, Yellow, White, Black
Five Emotions: Joy, Anger, Worry, Sadness, Fear
Five Fluids: Sweat, Tears, Saliva, Mucus, Spit
1. The Five Organs and Five Bowels
In traditional culture, the liver corresponds to the gallbladder, hence the term “the liver and gallbladder reflect each other.” When the gallbladder Qi rises, the liver Qi can also rise.
The heart corresponds to the small intestine. In daily life, from 11 AM to 1 PM is the time of the heart, but the heart is not affected by evil, so the small intestine may bear the brunt. If there are absorption issues, small intestine diseases may arise. When the small intestine is in its prime, if a person experiences facial flushing, palpitations, or chest tightness, it indicates a problem in the relationship between the heart and small intestine, which is a precursor to heart issues.
The spleen corresponds to the stomach; they are interdependent. If the spleen is weak, the stomach will also be weak, and vice versa.
The lungs and large intestine are interdependent. When a person needs to defecate, it is the lung Qi that helps expel the stool. Some skin symptoms are also related to the large intestine; in some cases, TCM may not directly treat the lung meridian but may directly address the large intestine meridian to resolve issues.
The kidneys and bladder are interdependent. The bladder’s Qi transformation function depends on the kidney Qi’s strength; sufficient kidney Qi is necessary for the bladder to function properly, allowing for normal storage and excretion of urine.
The profound secrets of the Five Colors, Five Tastes, and Five Elements in dietary health! It is said that Bian Que had the ability to see through the Five Organs and Six Bowels. How did he achieve this?
This is closely related to the Five Colors, Five Tastes, and Five Elements in dietary health. If you cannot apply these concepts, your ailments will manifest on your face, and he can naturally see where you are unwell. This is not about having a “seeing eye” but rather a deep understanding of the Five Colors, Five Tastes, and Five Elements in dietary health! Enough said, let’s move on!
Five Grains: This refers to japonica rice, adzuki beans, wheat, soybeans, and yellow millet.
Five Fruits: This refers to peaches, plums, apricots, chestnuts, and dates. Peaches are beneficial for Qi and blood, and for generating body fluids, making them ideal nourishing fruits.
Five Livestock: This refers to cattle, sheep, pigs, dogs, and chickens. Beef is known to replenish Qi and strengthen the body, as the saying goes, “Beef replenishes Qi, equal to yellow rice.”
Five Vegetables: This refers to sunflower, mint, garlic, scallions, and chives, indicating that vegetables have the role of nourishing the body.
Different foods contain different nutrients; only by achieving a reasonable combination of various foods can the body obtain a variety of nutrients.
2. The Five Colors and Dietary Health
The color of food corresponds to the Five Organs, and a reasonable combination is the foundation of dietary health. From the perspective of TCM, green enters the liver, red enters the heart, yellow enters the spleen, white enters the lungs, and black enters the kidneys.
The heart color is red, belonging to summer, so red foods nourish the heart and blood, and also promote blood circulation. Especially in summer, nurturing the heart is crucial; one should eat more hawthorn (red fruit), tomatoes, red apples, red peaches, red radishes, and red peppers.
The kidney color is black, belonging to winter, so black foods are beneficial for kidney anti-aging. Especially in winter, one should eat more black mulberries, black sesame, black rice, black beans, He Shou Wu, and cooked Rehmannia.
The lung color is white, belonging to autumn, so white foods have a nourishing effect on the lungs. Therefore, in autumn, one should eat more ginkgo, white pears, white peaches, white almonds, lilies, and autumn pear syrup.
The spleen color is yellow, nourishing throughout the year, so yellow foods are beneficial for the spleen. Especially in late summer and the last 18 days of each season, one should eat more yam, sweet potatoes, yellow millet, and corn.
The liver color is green, represented by green, so green foods are beneficial for the liver. Especially in spring, one should eat more green bamboo shoots, green vegetables, green beans, and spinach.
3. The Five Tastes and Dietary Health
Excessively sour taste: Sour taste nourishes the liver, but too much sour can harm the liver, leading to excessive liver Qi, which can damage the spleen and stomach (Wood restrains Earth), causing digestive dysfunction.
Excessively alkaline taste: Alkaline taste nourishes the kidneys, but too much can harm the kidneys and damage the bones (Kidneys govern bones and produce marrow). Excessive kidney Qi can lead to heart Qi deficiency (Water restrains Fire), causing palpitations and shortness of breath.
Excessively sweet taste: Sweet taste nourishes the spleen, but too much can harm the spleen, causing stomach bloating and discomfort, and can also damage kidney water (Earth restrains Water), leading to a dark complexion.
Excessively bitter taste: Bitter taste nourishes the heart, but too much can harm the heart, leading to heart and lung dysfunction (Fire restrains Metal).
Excessively spicy taste: Spicy taste nourishes the lungs, but too much can harm the lungs, causing sluggishness in the tendons (Metal restrains Wood, Liver belongs to Wood, Liver governs tendons), and since the lungs govern Qi, harming Qi can lead to mental weakness.
4. The Mysteries Between Humans and the Five Elements
The earth has five directions, humans have five elements, and food has five tastes… How can we grasp the different dietary codes of the Five Elements in the universe to adjust health and fortune for different types of people? Chu Qi will introduce the external characteristics of the five types of people corresponding to Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, along with the dietary adjustments for each type in the following five sessions.
Wood Type Person – Kind and Righteous
External Characteristics: Slim, some are tall and slender, while others are petite and delicate, appearing lean and upright, with a longer waist and less flesh on the back. Wood type people have long faces and a greenish complexion.
What do Wood type people like to eat? (Wood), (Water) type foods.
(Wood) Wood type people enjoy sour foods, such as green plums, and prefer vegetables, showing little interest in fatty meats. They like to drink tea, especially flower tea (as flower tea contains the most Wood element).
(Water) They enjoy vegetable soup, fish, and jellyfish, favoring salty flavors, and Wood type people prefer salty over sweet.
What should Wood type people eat for health and wellness?
To enhance fortune: (Wood strong, Earth weak) they should supplement with Earth foods to enhance fortune: (Earth) eat more meats, such as beef, pumpkin, desserts, yellow soybeans, etc.
For health: (Wood strong, Fire weak) they should supplement Fire to balance Wood type people who appear green and have poor circulation; warming foods such as red apples, red dates, and pig heart are recommended.
Metal Type Person – Delicate, Authoritative
External Characteristics: Large frame, solid muscles, high and wide forehead, fair skin, large nose, and a square appearance. They speak with a voice like a bell, loud and clear, with sparse or dull hair.
What do Metal type people like to eat? (Earth), (Metal) type foods.
(Earth) They enjoy sweet foods, preferring meat, eight-treasure porridge, peanuts, etc.
(Metal) They like bean products, ginger scallions, chicken, etc.
What should Metal type people eat for fortune enhancement?
To supplement (Wood) type foods: Metal is strong and restrains Wood, so they should supplement Wood to balance (enhance fortune).
(Wood) Papaya, green tea, or Pu-erh tea, lemons, etc.
To supplement (Water) type foods: Metal dries and needs moisture, so they should supplement Water for nourishment (health adjustment).
(Water) Snow pears, salted fish, chicken kidneys, pig ears, etc.
Water Type Person – Intelligent and Articulate
Water type people have two external characteristics:
1. Slim Water Type: Dark skin on the face and body, long and slender body, small and deep-set eyes, with a solid bone structure and firm muscles.
2. Fat Water Type: Short and stout, with short, round hands and feet, large belly, buttocks, and ears, with more flesh and less bone, and generally, slim Water type people are more active, while fat Water type people are more indulgent.
What do Water type people like to eat? (Water), (Metal) type foods.
(Water) They enjoy cold dishes, seafood, especially shellfish, and prefer salty flavors.
(Metal) They like pastries, corn, garlic, ginger scallion chicken feet, and enjoy spicy flavors in soups and noodles.
What should Water type people eat for health and wellness? (Fire), (Wood)
To enhance fortune and adjust: (Water strong, Fire weak, should supplement Fire for adjustment): dog meat, lamb, hawthorn, duck tongue, tomatoes, watermelon.
For health: (Water strong, Wood weak) they should protect the liver and kidneys: vegetables, green plum wine, fish heads.
Fire Type Person – Courteous, Active, Proactive
External Characteristics: Round and large eyes, sparse beard, red nose, flushed complexion, solid muscles, and a body shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom. Fire type people usually have pointed heads, rosy complexions, lively spirits, and are slender with quick movements.
What should Fire type people eat for fortune enhancement? They should eat more Water type foods.
Fire is strong and Water is depleted, so they should supplement Water to balance fortune (enhance fortune).
To enhance fortune with Water foods: bird’s nest, kelp green bean soup, water fish, stir-fried chicken kidneys, seaweed egg drop soup, coconut sago.
Fire type people should eat more Earth type foods for health and wellness, such as snow fungus sweet soup, water chestnut soup, honey, and red bean cakes.
Earth Type Person – Standardized, Trustworthy.
External Characteristics: Earth type people usually have thick waists and backs, some are tall and large, but with loose muscles, while others are of medium build but have firm muscles. Relatively shorter Earth type people tend to be more agile than taller ones. Earth type people have thick waists and backs, large and heavy bones, short necks, round heads, and their most prominent facial features are thick lips and large noses, with a complexion that is red-black and yellowish. Earth type people are generally tolerant, hardworking, honest, and trustworthy, with a sense of justice. They plan their work and are wise, making them suitable for entrepreneurship. Earth type people tend to be introverted, methodical, and uninterested in new things.
In terms of health: Earth type people are prone to gastrointestinal diseases and digestive issues.
Earth type people should eat more Wood type foods for fortune enhancement: vegetables, high-fiber foods, stir-fried cloud ear mushrooms with celery, stir-fried chicken with tea tree mushrooms, green tea, pea sprouts, lemon water, etc.
Earth type people should eat more Metal type foods for health: chrysanthemum tea, tofu, lotus root green bean soup.
Spring Diet
1. Spring is the season of growth and the emergence of Yang energy. Friends engaged in design and planning work must maintain active thinking in a competitive market to create unique design ideas that gain recognition. These friends need to adjust their schedules to maintain optimal conditions for more energy to be devoted to work. In addition to adequate rest to maintain good spirits, diet is also a primary source for keeping bodily functions vigorous. So what can be eaten in metaphysics to enhance creativity and inspiration? The “Wenchang Star” represents thinking and creativity, and it belongs to the Wood element, also known as the “Wenqu Star” which governs academic achievements and creativity. Starting from this issue, Chu Qi will recommend several dishes that enhance Wenchang in spring. The first dish: “Stir-fried Chives with Clams and Eggs” – Chives belong to the Wood element, cut into sections rather than diced, to strengthen their “Wood” power. Clams belong to the Water element, and eggs belong to the Metal element; this combination forms a strong Five Elements growth chain, promoting thinking and improving eyesight. Friends engaged in design and planning can eat this dish more in spring.
2. The “Wenchang Star” is not only beneficial for friends in creative and design industries but also helps young friends in their studies to unleash their potential. This issue, Chu Qi recommends the Wenchang dish: “Stir-fried Cucumber with Shrimp”. Cucumber belongs to the Wood element, rich in vitamins and malic acid, and is a fiber food that helps detoxify. Choose green cucumbers, do not peel, remove seeds, slice, and stir-fry with fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp belongs to the Water element, and in metaphysics, Water has the ability to penetrate and connect, which helps the Wenchang Star express its Wood nature. Fresh shrimp is rich in protein, making it a brain-boosting food. Students should eat this dish more in spring, and combined with regular and sufficient sleep, it will yield great results.
5. The Five Elements System Diagram
Five Organs: Liver, Heart, Spleen, Lung, Kidney
The physical organs that transform and store the essence of the body.
Six Bowels: Gallbladder, Small Intestine, Stomach, Large Intestine, Bladder
Hollow organs that serve as conduits for the body, digesting food and excreting waste.
Wood – Liver, Gallbladder
Governs meridians, opens to the eyes, corresponds to spring, green, nourishes liver and gallbladder.
Fire – Heart, Small Intestine
Governs blood vessels, opens to the tongue, corresponds to summer, red, nourishes the heart.
Earth – Spleen, Stomach
The spleen and stomach are the foundation of postnatal life and the source of Qi and blood transformation, yellow, nourishes the spleen and stomach throughout the year.
Metal – Lung, Large Intestine
Governs skin and hair, opens to the nose, corresponds to autumn, white, nourishes the lungs.
Water – Kidney, Bladder
Governs bone marrow, opens to the ears, corresponds to winter, black, nourishes the kidneys.
Nourish the liver in spring.
Nourish the heart in summer, nourish the lungs in autumn, and nourish the kidneys in winter, while nourishing the spleen and stomach throughout the year.
6. The Running Points of the Fourteen Meridians in the Human Body
Lung Meridian – (from chest to hand) – Zhongfu – Chize – Lieque – Shaoshang
Large Intestine Meridian (from hand to head) – Shangyang – Hegu – Quchi – Binao – Jianyu – Yingxiang
Stomach Meridian (from head to foot) – Chengqi – Sibai – Touwei – Renying – Quepen – Ruzhong – Rugen – Tianshu – Liangqiu – Zusanli – Jiexi – Lidui
Spleen Meridian (from foot to chest) – Yinbai – Sanyinjiao – Yinlingquan – Xuehai – Daheng – Dabao
Heart Meridian (from chest to hand) – Jiquan – Shenmen – Shaochong
Small Intestine Meridian (from hand to head) – Shaoze – Jianzheng – Tianzong – Tinggong
Bladder Meridian (from head to foot) – Jingming – Zan Zhu – Tianzhu – Chengfu – Yinmen – Weizhong – Chengshan – Kunlun – Zhiyin
Kidney Meridian (from foot to chest) – Yongquan – Taixi – Yingu – Yufu
Pericardium Meridian (from chest to hand) – Tianchi – Quze – Ximen – Neiguan – Laogong – Zhongchong
Triple Energizer Meridian (from hand to head) – Guanchong – Sidu – Jianliao – Yifeng – Ermen – Sizhuzukong
Gallbladder Meridian (from head to foot) – Tongziliao – Shuaigu – Fengchi – Jianjing – Daimai – Huantiao – Fengshi – Yanglingquan – Zuqiaoyin
Liver Meridian (from foot to chest) – Dadu – Xingjian – Taichong – Zhangmen – Qimen
Governing Vessel (Qi circulation) – Yaoyuan – Yaoyangguan – Mingmen – Jizhong – Zhiyang – Shenzhu – Dazhu – Fengfu – Baihui – Shenting – Renzhong – Yinjiao
Conception Vessel (Blood regulation) – Chengjiang – Lianquan – Tiantu – Shanzhong – Jiwei – Zhongwan – Shenque – Qihai – Guanyuan
7. The Twelve Time Periods, Meridians, Five Organs, and Six Bowels, and Health Preservation
Hand Three Yin Lung Meridian (1:00-3:00)
Coughing, chest fullness, throat pain; it is advisable to regulate the lung meridian and get sufficient sleep.
Hand Three Yang Large Intestine Meridian (5:00-7:00)
Toothache, neck swelling; it is advisable to drink warm water and have a bowel movement, regulating the large intestine meridian.
Foot Three Yang Stomach Meridian (7:00-9:00)
Abdominal rumbling, indigestion; it is advisable to have breakfast on time and regulate the stomach meridian.
Foot Three Yin Spleen Meridian (9:00-11:00)
Stiffness at the root of the tongue, vomiting after eating, abdominal distension; drink water in moderation and regulate the spleen meridian.
Hand Three Yin Heart Meridian (11:00-13:00)
Dry throat, headache, thirst, difficulty concentrating; have lunch, rest, and nourish Yin blood, regulating the heart meridian.
Hand Three Yang Small Intestine Meridian (13:00-15:00)
Throat pain, jaw pain, shoulder pain; regulate the small intestine meridian and eat less food.
Foot Three Yang Bladder Meridian (15:00-17:00)
Frequent headaches, eye pain, neck pain; it is advisable to drink water and exercise, regulating the bladder meridian.
Foot Three Yin Kidney Meridian (17:00-19:00)
Cold limbs, lower back pain, tinnitus; it is advisable to rest and regulate the kidney meridian.
Hand Three Yin Pericardium Meridian (19:00-21:00)
Chest pain, irregular heartbeat, hot hands; it is advisable to have dinner, take a walk, and be happy, regulating the pericardium meridian.
Hand Three Yang Triple Energizer Meridian (21:00-23:00)
Tinnitus, muffled hearing, throat swelling; it is advisable to maintain a calm mind and regulate the triple energizer meridian.
Foot Three Yang Gallbladder Meridian (23:00-1:00)
Head dizziness, bitter mouth, sighing; it is advisable to sleep and regulate the gallbladder meridian.
Foot Three Yin Liver Meridian (1:00-3:00)
Chest tightness, fatigue, dark circles; easily irritable.
8. The Skin is a Mirror of the Internal Organs
Facial Color: Green – Liver Qi stagnation; Red – Excess heart fire; Yellow – Spleen and stomach disharmony; White – Lung Qi deficiency; Black – Kidney Qi deficiency.
Tongue Color: Red – Heat syndrome; White – Qi and blood deficiency; Dark Purple – Blood stasis.
Tongue Coating: White – Cold syndrome; Yellow – Heat syndrome.
Stomach deficiency: Black spots and wrinkles on the hairline and forehead.
Stomach heat: Acne and bad breath on the hairline and forehead.
Dark circles: Obstructed heart circulation; eye bags: Obstructed bladder metabolism.
Insufficient liver Qi: Pigmentation; Excess liver Qi: Red blood vessels.
Skin rashes, constipation.
Lung heat: Skin allergies.
Lung Qi deficiency: Enlarged pores, skin allergies.
Spleen deficiency: Dark lips or pigmentation.
Uterine damp heat: Acne, pus (may have fibroids).
Uterine cold or pigmentation, pigmentation deposits.
Food – Esophagus – Stomach:
A: Spleen deficiency: Dark lips or pigmentation.
B: Stomach deficiency: Black spots and wrinkles on the hairline and forehead.
C: Stomach heat: Acne and bad breath on the hairline and forehead.
9. Seven Aspects of Function Decline Due to Spleen and Stomach Dysfunction
1: Spleen and stomach decline – Liver fails to digest and absorb proteins in the stomach adequately – Insufficient liver blood storage – Liver Qi deficiency: depression, pigmentation on the forehead, early graying of hair; Excess liver Qi: irritability, red blood vessels, dry eyes – Gallbladder circulation obstruction: early graying of hair on both sides, bitter mouth.
2: Spleen and stomach dysfunction – Insufficient liver blood storage – Inadequate circulation of heart blood – Blood fails to nourish the heart – Dark circles, cold hands and feet, frequent dreams or insomnia – Small intestine function decline – Mouth sores, diarrhea.
3: Spleen and stomach dysfunction – Liver Qi stagnation, forming lumps – Leading to uterine appendage diseases – Uterine cold, scanty menstruation, dark pigmentation around the mouth, pigmentation under the cheekbones; Uterine damp heat, acne around the mouth and chin.
4: Spleen and stomach dysfunction – Excess liver Qi – Lung heat – Red blood vessels, enlarged pores: nasal congestion, sneezing – Lung and large intestine are interdependent – Large intestine dryness – Constipation.
5: Spleen and stomach dysfunction – Reduced ability to transform Qi for the kidneys – Kidney Qi deficiency – Kidneys and bladder are interdependent – Bladder metabolism obstruction – Eye bags, facial swelling, tinnitus; frequent urination, lower body edema, weakness in the waist and legs.
6: Spleen and stomach dysfunction – Reduced ability to transform Qi for the kidneys – Kidney Qi deficiency – Inability to promote large intestine peristalsis – Constipation.
7: Spleen and stomach dysfunction – Spleen deficiency – Inadequate blood production – Heavy menstruation (Blood Sea. Heavy menstruation – Spleen meridian; Light menstruation – Liver meridian).
Spleen – Produces Qi, governs blood, transforms.
