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The best doctor is ourselves, for no one knows our body better than we do~ Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of China. Experienced TCM practitioners can use it to combat various ailments, and we can also apply it in dietary therapy to nourish our bodies~ Ten Essential Chinese Medicinal Herbs for Every Family … Read more
Editor’s Note The best doctor is ourselves, as no one knows our bodies better than we do. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of China, and experienced TCM practitioners can use it to combat various ailments. We can also apply it in dietary therapy to nourish our bodies. 1 Ten Essential Chinese Medicinal Herbs … Read more
The best doctor is ourselves, for no one knows our body better than we do~ Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of China. Experienced TCM practitioners can use it to combat various ailments, and we can also apply it in dietary therapy to nourish our bodies~ Ten Essential Chinese Herbs for Every Family Ling … Read more
The best doctor is ourselves, as no one understands our body better than we do~ Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a treasure of China. Experienced TCM practitioners can use it to combat various ailments, and we can also apply it in dietary therapy to nourish our bodies~ Ten essential Chinese medicinal herbs for every Chinese … Read more
Individuals with a damp-heat constitution primarily exhibit characteristics of internal warmth and heat retention. Such individuals are prone to developing acne and pimples on their faces, often accompanied by symptoms like thirst, bad breath, sticky stools, and yellow urine. What are the specific characteristics of those with a damp-heat constitution? Let’s explore further. 1. Heavy … Read more
As summer arrives, the weather begins to heat up. After the Xiaoman solar term, rainfall increases, and the “dragon boat water” frequently arrives, leading to higher humidity in the air, which can easily cause excessive dampness in the body. Therefore, it is necessary to prevent the invasion of “damp-heat” that can harm the body. In … Read more
Recently, the symptoms of damp-heat in my body have been quite severe. I went to the hospital, and the doctor advised me to pay attention to dietary adjustments in my daily life. So, what foods are good for quick recovery from damp-heat? What are the symptoms of a damp-heat constitution? 1. Symptoms of Damp-Heat Constitution … Read more
From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), when dampness invades the upper jiao (upper burner), symptoms such as difficulty in coughing up phlegm or excessive phlegm upon waking can occur. Dampness is associated with yin, while heat is associated with yang; the interplay of yin and yang creates a contradiction. The coexistence of dampness … Read more
Damp-Heat Constitution 1. Definition A constitution type characterized primarily by the internal accumulation of damp-heat. 2. Characteristics of the Constitution （1）Physical Characteristics: The body tends to be overweight, generally characterized by substantial flesh, with both muscle and fat present. （2）Common Manifestations: Main Symptoms: The face is often greasy and dull, prone to acne and pimples, … Read more
Introduction The damp-heat constitution is characterized by the invasion of damp-heat pathogens, which, if not eliminated for a long time, can lead to spleen deficiency and phlegm-damp accumulation. This dampness transforms into heat, resulting in a pathological condition where dampness and heat are intermingled. Individuals with a damp-heat constitution typically exhibit symptoms such as heaviness … Read more