The Functions of the Five Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Their Correspondence with the Five Elements, and Their Relationship with Health Preservation

The Functions of the Five Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Their Correspondence with the Five Elements, and Their Relationship with Health Preservation

 The five organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) refer to: Heart (Xin), Liver (Gan), Spleen (Pi), Lung (Fei), and Kidney (Shen) (the heart is covered by the pericardium). Functions of the Five Organs Heart (Xin) The heart is the residence of the spirit, the master of blood, and the root of the pulse. It corresponds … Read more

Comprehensive Knowledge Points on Nourishing the Five Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Comprehensive Knowledge Points on Nourishing the Five Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Spleen, Stomach, Heart, Liver, Lung, and Kidney are not isolated; they exist in a relationship of mutual generation and restriction, influencing and constraining each other. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), health maintenance is not only about targeted treatments like “treating headaches with head therapy” but also emphasizes holistic nurturing. TCM health maintenance mobilizes the … Read more

Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine: Functions of the Five Organs and Six Bowels

Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine: Functions of the Five Organs and Six Bowels

Warm Reminder: The audio is read by a robot. Friends can choose to listen according to their needs. Each organ (zang) or bowel (fu) has its main functions and operates in collaboration with one another. There is a “mutual master” relationship between the organs, such as the kidney (shen) being the master of the heart … Read more

Clinical Manifestations of Fire in the Five Organs and Their Treatment

Clinical Manifestations of Fire in the Five Organs and Their Treatment

Fire in the five organs can present with different clinical manifestations. By observing the condition of the five senses, one can identify the issues. Heart fire is observed through the mouth, liver fire through the eyes, lung fire through the nose, spleen fire through the teeth, and kidney fire through the ears. Today, let’s discuss … Read more

The Five Colors Nourishing the Five Organs: A Guide to Health and Vitality

The Five Colors Nourishing the Five Organs: A Guide to Health and Vitality

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of the five organs refers primarily to the heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys. The health of these organs is essential for vitality and spirit. Many people often say “the five colors nourish the five organs”; what does this actually mean? I suspect many share my curiosity. Today, … Read more

Nurturing the Five Organs: Heart, Liver, Spleen, Lung, and Kidney in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Nurturing the Five Organs: Heart, Liver, Spleen, Lung, and Kidney in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the heart (xin), liver (gan), spleen (pi), lung (fei), and kidney (shen) are not only vital organs but also key to maintaining life activities and regulating the body’s balance. The following are the principles of nurturing the five organs summarized from the TCM classic “Huangdi Neijing” and TCM wisdom, aimed … Read more

Understanding the Five Organs and Six Bowels in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Their Functions

Understanding the Five Organs and Six Bowels in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Their Functions

Traditional Chinese Medicine class=””> categorizes the important internal organs of the human body into two main categories: the “Zang” (五脏) and “Fu” (六腑). The theory regarding these organs is known as the “Zangxiang” (藏象) theory. “Zang” refers to the internal organs that are hidden within, while “Xiang” refers to the manifestations or images. This means … Read more

The ‘Natural Enemies’ of the Five Organs (Part One)

The 'Natural Enemies' of the Five Organs (Part One)

The ‘Natural Enemies’ of the Five Organs (Part One) Dr. Ma Hongling, Deputy Chief Physician, TCM Department The heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys are the five most important organs in the human body. If they are harmed, it will affect our overall health. 1.Heart: Afraid of Fatigue and Salty Foods The heart governs blood … Read more

Comprehensive Methods for Nourishing the Five Organs (Heart, Liver, Spleen, Lung, Kidney) – Highly Recommended for Collection

Comprehensive Methods for Nourishing the Five Organs (Heart, Liver, Spleen, Lung, Kidney) - Highly Recommended for Collection

Exploring the Mysteries of the Five Organs: The Path to Health Begins with the HeartIn the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the five organs—Xīn (Heart), Gān (Liver), Pí (Spleen), Fèi (Lung), and Shèn (Kidney)—are not only the core of human life activities but also the foundation for maintaining our health and vitality.Today, let us … Read more

The Huangdi Neijing: The Five Organs and Six Bowels – Heart Houses the Shen, Lung Houses the Po, Liver Houses the Hun, Spleen Houses the Yi and Zhi, Kidney Houses the Jing

The Huangdi Neijing: The Five Organs and Six Bowels - Heart Houses the Shen, Lung Houses the Po, Liver Houses the Hun, Spleen Houses the Yi and Zhi, Kidney Houses the Jing

​ The Five Organs and Six Bowels refer to the internal organs of the human body. The Five Organs include the Heart (Xin), Liver (Gan), Spleen (Pi), Lung (Fei), and Kidney (Shen), which collectively function to store vital essence. The Heart houses the Shen (spirit), the Lung houses the Po (corporeal soul), the Liver houses … Read more