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Identification of Two Types of TCM Constitutions: Damp-Heat and Phlegm-Damp

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Identification of Two Types of TCM Constitutions: Damp-Heat and Phlegm-Damp

Click the blue text to follow us Constitution refers to the relatively stable characteristics exhibited in the morphology, physiological functions, and psychological state of an individual, based on both congenital inheritance and acquired factors throughout life. According to the “Classification and Identification of TCM Constitutions” standard released by the Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more

Characteristics of Individuals with Phlegm-Damp Constitution

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Characteristics of Individuals with Phlegm-Damp Constitution

Characteristics of Individuals with Phlegm-Damp Constitution The main characteristics of individuals with a phlegm-damp constitution include obesity. Director Zhou will ask everyone a few questions: 1. Do you often feel chest tightness or abdominal fullness? 2. Do you feel heavy and uncomfortable in your body? 3. Is your abdomen soft and plump? 4. Do you … Read more

Diagnosis and Health Preservation of Phlegm-Damp Constitution

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Diagnosis and Health Preservation of Phlegm-Damp Constitution

Overall Characteristics: The accumulation of phlegm-damp manifests primarily as obesity, fullness in the abdomen, and a greasy tongue coating.Physical Characteristics: The body is overweight, with a soft and full abdomen.Common Manifestations: Oily skin on the face, excessive sweating and stickiness, chest tightness, excessive phlegm, a greasy or sweet mouth, a preference for rich, sweet, and … Read more

Symptoms and Dietary Restrictions of Phlegm-Dampness Constitution

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Symptoms and Dietary Restrictions of Phlegm-Dampness Constitution

This platform is hosted by the Yunnan Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you have not followed us yet, please click the blue “Yunnan TCM” above to add us. A small effort to share and spread the culture of Traditional Chinese Medicine benefits human health. Thank you for your support! Causes of Phlegm-Dampness Constitution … Read more

How to Identify if You Have a Phlegm-Damp Constitution?

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How to Identify if You Have a Phlegm-Damp Constitution?

Phlegm-damp constitution is currently a common type of constitution. So how can one identify if they have a phlegm-damp constitution? What is phlegm-damp? Phlegm-damp is a concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). “Phlegm” can be divided into tangible phlegm and intangible phlegm. Tangible phlegm can be understood as the phlegm produced during coughing, while TCM … Read more

Understanding Phlegm-Dampness Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Phlegm-Dampness Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Why do you often catch colds and find it hard to recover? Why do you sweat easily and feel tired all day? Why do respiratory diseases seem to follow you everywhere? …… You may have noticed that you feel particularly fatigued and weak in the mornings, feel nauseous while brushing your teeth, have a dry … Read more

Understanding Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Foods to Avoid

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Understanding Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Foods to Avoid

Wishing everyone good health and family happiness! People have different constitutions; some are strong while others are weak. The phlegm-damp constitution is a state of sub-health, and individuals with this constitution are often overweight. So, what is the phlegm-damp constitution? How can one regulate it? What dietary precautions should be taken for those with a … Read more

Are You Also Suffering from Phlegm-Damp Constitution?

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Are You Also Suffering from Phlegm-Damp Constitution?

Click the blue text above to follow us Phlegm-damp constitution, as the name suggests, is a condition characterized by an excess of phlegm and dampness in the body. This condition is commonly referred to in folk terms as having “too much dampness.” Individuals with this constitution often exhibit obesity, a soft and distended abdomen, a … Read more

Understanding the Formation of Phlegm-Damp Constitution

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The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of dampness and phlegm. This condition is often characterized by obesity, fullness in the abdomen, chest tightness, excessive phlegm, and a tendency to feel … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Phlegm-Dampness Obstructing the Spleen: Symptoms and Four Methods for Relief

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Traditional Chinese Medicine: Phlegm-Dampness Obstructing the Spleen: Symptoms and Four Methods for Relief

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the production of phlegm-dampness is closely related to the spleen. The spleen is primarily responsible for the transformation and transportation of fluids, thus it is the “source of phlegm.” Simply put, if the spleen’s function is impaired, the body’s fluid metabolism will be disrupted, leading to abnormal accumulation and the … Read more