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↑Click the blue text above to follow us Life is sustained by Qi, which is the material basis for all life activities. Qi is constantly undergoing self-renewal and replication through metabolic processes. It flows throughout the body, circulating in various organs and meridians, perpetually driving and stimulating various physiological activities. The movement of Qi is … Read more
What does Qi stagnation mean? When visiting a TCM practitioner for illness, the diagnosis may include “Qi stagnation.” So, what does Qi stagnation mean? Let’s take a closer look. What is Qi Stagnation? Qi stagnation is a term in TCM that refers to the obstruction of Qi flow in the organs and meridians. It can … Read more
When the “Qi” in our body does not function properly, we become ill and uncomfortable. Qi stagnation refers to a pathological state where the flow of Qi is obstructed and stagnant. Qi stagnation is primarily caused by emotional distress, or by the obstruction of phlegm, dampness, food accumulation, heat, and blood stasis, which affects the … Read more
Follow me — Discover something new every day What is Qi Stagnation? Qi stagnation refers to the impaired flow of Qi (气) within the body, where the Qi mechanism in a specific organ or area is obstructed, leading to various symptoms. This condition is often caused by emotional distress, internal pathogenic factors, or weakness of … Read more
Qi deficiency (气虚), Qi stagnation (气滞), Qi prolapse (气陷), and Qi reversal (气逆) are common patterns of Qi dysfunction, each with distinct characteristics. The main characteristic of Qi deficiency is “laziness.” When we describe a person as energetic, we say they are “full of vitality” (元气满满). In contrast, if one’s physical energy is insufficient, they … Read more
1. Concept of Qi Stagnation Qi stagnation: refers to a pathological state where the flow of Qi is obstructed, leading to stagnation and blockage. 2. Causes of Qi Stagnation: 1. Qi stagnation is primarily caused by emotional distress, or by the obstruction of phlegm, dampness, food accumulation, heat, and blood stasis, which affects the flow … Read more
The “pseudo-widows” introduced in the previous article can indeed be called “strong women”. They serve as role models for the current generation. It is not easy for them to silently dedicate their youth for the family and the community. However, a troubling trend has emerged in rural areas with the prevalence of “stay-at-home men,” causing … Read more
Major Cold Solar Term Today is Major Cold. During the Major Cold solar term, Yin is dominant and Yang is declining, marking the coldest period of the year and the best time to nourish the body. Proper health maintenance during Major Cold is key to preventing the damage of cold pathogens to the body’s Yang … Read more
Chengdu Aging Committee has released data indicating that centenarians continue to exhibit “Yin dominance and Yang deficiency“, with urban and rural populations being relatively equal. As of December 31, 2015, there are a total of 846 centenarians in Chengdu, an increase of 40 from the previous year. Among these 846 centenarians, the number of females … Read more
It is that time of year again, the annual university freshman enrollment season. With the release of new student data from various universities, many have noticed that classes increasingly feature more females than males, with some colleges having only one male for every seven females. In recent years, the rapid increase in the proportion of … Read more