Understanding the Classification of Human Constitution in TCM

Understanding the Classification of Human Constitution in TCM

Click the “blue word” above to follow us Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) health preservation has been a health topic of concern for the Chinese people since ancient times, and it is currently the most suitable health system for the Chinese. China’s unique and mature health preservation culture is gradually entering the homes of ordinary people. … Read more

Classification and Assessment of Body Constitutions

Classification and Assessment of Body Constitutions

Just like with colds, some people recover in a day while others take a week. The same food can be harmless to some but cause allergies in others. The same medication may work for one person but not for another. Among postpartum women, some recover quickly while others take longer, even when consuming the same … Read more

Classification of Body Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Body Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The study of body constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) primarily determines the differences in individual constitutions within populations based on fundamental theories such as Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, Zang-Fu organs, and the essence, Qi, blood, and body fluids. The specific classification methods include Yin-Yang classification, Five Elements classification, Zang-Fu classification, body shape classification (fat … Read more

Classification of Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click↑ Follow us in blue! Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) body constitution theory primarily determines the differences in individual constitutions within populations based on fundamental theories of TCM such as Yin-Yang, Five Elements, organs, essence, Qi, blood, and body fluids. The specific classification methods include Yin-Yang classification, Five Elements classification, organ classification, body shape classification (fat … Read more

Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine The classification of human constitution in TCM includes Yin deficiency and Yang deficiency, Yin deficiency with Liver heat: Yang excess constitution, Yin deficiency constitution, Blood stasis constitution, Phlegm-damp constitution, and Qi stagnation constitution. First, it is essential to understand what type of constitution one belongs to, such … Read more

The Treatment of Yin-Yang Toxic Conditions in the Case of Lily Disease: An Analysis of Chapter Three from the Jin Kui Yao Lue

The Treatment of Yin-Yang Toxic Conditions in the Case of Lily Disease: An Analysis of Chapter Three from the Jin Kui Yao Lue

IIntroduction:In 2018, the TCM Book Club completed a year-long study of the “Shang Han Lun” with bi-weekly readings. This year, we officially begin the “Jin Kui” readings, also bi-weekly, to study the “Jin Kui Yao Lue” together. Chapter Three: The Treatment of Yin-Yang Toxic Conditions in the Case of Lily Disease “Ling Lan: Learning TCM … Read more

Utilizing Formulas and Methods from the ‘Essentials of the Golden Chamber’ to Treat Rheumatic Diseases

Utilizing Formulas and Methods from the 'Essentials of the Golden Chamber' to Treat Rheumatic Diseases

Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 1091 One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: Zhang Zhongjing elaborated on the principles, methods, and prescriptions for rheumatic diseases in the ‘Essentials of the Golden Chamber’, such as spasmodic damp heat, wind stroke with joint pain, blood obstruction due to deficiency, etc. This article summarizes the … Read more

A Little-Known TCM Formula from Zhang Zhongjing’s ‘Jin Kui Yao Lue’ That is a Miracle for Kidney Tonification!

A Little-Known TCM Formula from Zhang Zhongjing's 'Jin Kui Yao Lue' That is a Miracle for Kidney Tonification!

Yesterday, I received a message: “Mr. Lin, I have been experiencing soreness in my lower back and knees for a long time, frequent nighttime urination, and cold hands and feet. I heard this is due to kidney deficiency, so I bought Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Rehmannia Pill). However, after taking it for 2 … Read more

Jingui Yaolue 6.4 | Treatment of Blood Bi and Xu Lao Disease with Pulse Diagnosis (Interior Deficiency)

Jingui Yaolue 6.4 | Treatment of Blood Bi and Xu Lao Disease with Pulse Diagnosis (Interior Deficiency)

【6.4 】 In men, a pale complexion indicates thirst and loss of blood, sudden shortness of breath and palpitations, with a floating pulse, indicating interior deficiency. —————————————————————————————————————————— 【Notes】 Interior deficiency is also a type of labor syndrome. 1. Pale complexion in men: This means that the person’s face appears very pale and cold. For example, … Read more

Struggling to Lose Abdominal Fat? Self-Assessment of Phlegm-Damp Constitution Based on the “Jin Gui Yao Lue”

Struggling to Lose Abdominal Fat? Self-Assessment of Phlegm-Damp Constitution Based on the "Jin Gui Yao Lue"

Yesterday, someone in the group mentioned being troubled by phlegm-dampness and seeking medical help without success. Today, I would like to discuss how we can determine if we have a phlegm-damp constitution. We can observe the following four dimensions comprehensively, in conjunction with modern lifestyle characteristics, for self-assessment: ⭐️1. Observe Body Shape: Excessive Qi and … Read more