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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) classifies human constitution into nine types, among which the Phlegm-Damp Constitution (tan shi ti zhi) is one. The 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 water and … Read more
Characteristics of Phlegm-Damp Constitution Overall Characteristics: Phlegm and dampness accumulate, primarily characterized by a corpulent body, fullness in the abdomen, and a greasy tongue coating. Physical Characteristics: Obese body shape, soft and full abdomen. Common Manifestations: Oily facial skin, excessive sweating, chest tightness, phlegm accumulation, a greasy or sweet mouth, a preference for rich, sweet, … Read more
Introduction The phlegm-damp constitution is primarily characterized by the accumulation of phlegm and dampness due to the stagnation of body fluids, with a pathological feature of being sticky and turbid. This condition often arises from excessive consumption of rich and fatty foods that damage the spleen and stomach, leading to dampness and phlegm accumulation. Individuals … Read more
Characteristics of Phlegm-Damp Constitution The physical characteristics of phlegm-damp constitution include: a plump body shape, a soft and full abdomen. Common manifestations include: excessive facial oiliness, profuse and sticky sweating, chest tightness, excessive phlegm, a sticky or sweet mouth, a preference for rich, sweet, and sticky foods, a greasy tongue coating, and a slippery pulse. … Read more
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
Replenishing Body Fluids Formulas Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that body fluids (jin) have the function of moistening the skin and pores; while liquid (ye) serves to lubricate joints, moisten orifices, nourish the brain, and support the organs. When the body lacks fluids, symptoms such as dry intestines leading to constipation, dry throat, dry mouth, … Read more
In autumn, the climate is dry, and many people experience symptoms of hard stools and difficulty in bowel movements.Each time they go to the bathroom, it requires a lot of effort. They turn red, their legs go numb, and only a little air is expelled. With more effort, they may even suffer from anal fissures, … Read more
Recently, the weather in Ningbo has been fluctuating between cold and warm, leaving friends in a cycle of taking off and putting on their autumn pants. However, this wave of cold air has passed, and the real warm spring breeze is about to arrive!!! Exciting news!!! Spring is a peak season for various diseases, but … Read more
Welcome to follow Zudao Ying If you enjoy a vegetarian lifestyle, do you know which vegetarian foods are harmonious or incompatible? Vegetarianism is becoming increasingly popular in today’s society, and more people are choosing a vegetarian lifestyle. So, if you enjoy vegetarian living, do you know which vegetarian foods are harmonious or incompatible? We … Read more
Introduction Qi stagnation type stomach pain is commonly seen in conditions such as gastric and duodenal ulcers, acute and chronic gastritis, gastric neurosis, as well as in cases of gastric ptosis, gastric mucosal prolapse, pancreatitis, cholecystitis, and gallstones. How should one eat daily to manage Qi stagnation stomach pain? According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), … Read more