Understanding Phlegm and Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Phlegm and Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Introduction In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the term “phlegm” (痰, tán) does not solely refer to the mucus produced in the lungs that can be expelled through coughing. TCM defines “phlegm” as pathological products characterized by turbidity, stickiness, and thickness, resulting from disorders in the metabolism of body fluids. When the spleen’s ability to transform … Read more

The Impact of Phlegm-Dampness on the Five Organs and Six Bowels

The Impact of Phlegm-Dampness on the Five Organs and Six Bowels

When it comes to phlegm-dampness, there is a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): “Stubborn phlegm causes strange diseases.” The evil of phlegm-dampness can travel throughout the body with our Qi (气) mechanism, reaching every corner. Another saying in TCM is: “All diseases are caused by phlegm.” Phlegm-dampness can move with the flow of Qi … Read more

Exploring Classical Formulas for Regulating Phlegm-Damp and Phlegm-Fluid

Exploring Classical Formulas for Regulating Phlegm-Damp and Phlegm-Fluid

What should one do if there is phlegm-damp and phlegm-fluid in the body? Due to a preference for sweet, greasy, and cold foods, combined with imbalances of cold and heat, dampness can become a problem in the body. Over time, this can lead to a tendency towards being overweight or slightly overweight, with some individuals … Read more

10 Symptoms of Phlegm-Damp Constitution and 5 Improvement Methods

10 Symptoms of Phlegm-Damp Constitution and 5 Improvement Methods

Individuals with a phlegm-damp constitution exhibit 10 symptoms and have 5 methods for improvement! First, let’s discuss the 10 symptoms of phlegm-damp constitution 1. Dizziness, headache, and a feeling of heaviness in the head. 2. Nausea or vomiting of phlegm and saliva, or a gurgling sound in the gastrointestinal tract, or a sticky, greasy, dry … Read more

Regulating Phlegm-Damp Constitution

Regulating Phlegm-Damp Constitution

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, easy fatigue, a heavy sensation in … Read more

Phlegm-Dampness in the Body? Discover the 3 Causes and How to Effectively Eliminate It

Phlegm-Dampness in the Body? Discover the 3 Causes and How to Effectively Eliminate It

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that “all diseases are caused by phlegm-dampness.” Modern medicine also indicates that phlegm-dampness is a significant factor in various diseases. Research has found that approximately 20.9% of hypertension, 19.4% of diabetes, and 11.7% of obesity are related to phlegm-dampness. (Proportion of diseases related to phlegm-dampness) Today, we will discuss why … Read more

All Diseases Arise from Phlegm-Dampness! The ‘Root Cause’ Found, 3 Ways to Eliminate Phlegm-Dampness for a Lighter Body and Relief from Illness

So you won’t have trouble finding it next time! Every March during the return of the southern rains, hospitals see an increase in patients who, with their various accents, report symptoms caused by dampness. However, many people have misconceptions about dampness. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there is a saying that “all diseases arise from … Read more

Identification and Nourishment of Phlegm-Damp Constitution

Identification and Nourishment of Phlegm-Damp Constitution

In previous posts, we introduced the 9 types of constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Today, we will discuss the Phlegm-Damp Constitution. What is Phlegm-Damp Constitution? What are its characteristics? The Phlegm-Damp Constitution refers to a physical state characterized by the accumulation of phlegm and dampness due to either congenital factors or excessive consumption of … Read more

Understanding Phlegm-Dampness in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Its Associated Disorders

Understanding Phlegm-Dampness in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Its Associated Disorders

Understanding Phlegm-Dampness in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Its Associated Disorders 2021-06-09 11:47·Xu Xiaoli LittleLily In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), phlegm-dampness is a pathological substance formed due to the impaired function of the spleen in transforming and transporting water and dampness. When the circulation and excretion of fluids in the body are obstructed, these fluids fail … Read more

8 Methods to Regulate Phlegm-Damp Constitution

8 Methods to Regulate Phlegm-Damp Constitution

In the previous days, we discussed the deficiency syndromes, which refer to the lack of necessary elements in the body. In the coming days, we will talk about five types of excess syndromes. What is phlegm-dampness? It is the excessive accumulation of moisture in the body that cannot be transformed, resulting in a thick substance … Read more