Inheriting the legacy of Qi Huang, a public account with substance and warmth. Ai Yu Xiang Tang I have always wanted to write down my insights on learning Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to help those who are studying TCM and enthusiasts, reducing their learning curve. However, I struggled to express the profound theories of TCM … Read more
The Tang Dynasty was the most culturally brilliant period in Chinese history, especially during the reign of Emperor Taizong. In this great era, the renowned physician Sun Simiao, while writing the preface to his monumental work Qianjin Yaofang (Essential Prescriptions Worth a Thousand Gold), clearly articulated the origins and transmission of the medical path. Sun … Read more
The term “Traditional Chinese Medicine” (zhōng yī) originated in the Han Dynasty and is commonly found in two contexts: one is in ancient literature, especially medical texts; the other is as a phrase in proverbs, such as “If you have an illness and do not treat it, you will often receive Traditional Chinese Medicine” and … Read more
1 Basic Knowledge in TCM1. Ma: Indicates that Qi can flow, but blood cannot.2. Mu: If the sensation of “ma” is severe, it indicates that both Qi and blood cannot flow.3. Suan: Indicates that the meridians are open, but there is insufficient Qi and blood.4. Zhang: Indicates that there is abundant Qi; such individuals tend … Read more
China is one of the earliest countries to develop medical culture. From the dawn of civilization, as the light illuminated the Asian continent, clusters of prehistoric cultural bonfires spread across the land, connecting from point to surface, forming a raging momentum, gradually melting into the brilliance of the civilized era. “Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)” is … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) encompasses the heavens, geography, and human affairs, representing the essence of Chinese traditional culture. Mastering TCM means grasping the quintessence of this culture. The reason why Chinese people can be called Chinese is that they inherit thousands of years of traditional culture. If one knows nothing about it, can they still … Read more
In recent years, with the revival and popularization of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the increasing number of people in sub-health states, the general public has actively engaged in the study and development of TCM. Basic knowledge of TCM has been widely disseminated through major media outlets, including common herbal formulas and treatment methods such … Read more
Chapter Two: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health Preservation and Wellness 1. The Philosophy of Health Preservation in TCM Nowadays, many people’s lifestyles often contradict the natural laws. For instance, they spend the time meant for sleep on their phones, computers, socializing, or working overtime; during the day, they feel lethargic. In winter, when warmth and … Read more
I. Basic Theories 1. The center of the organic whole is: the Five Organs (Wu Zang)2. The ruler of the organic whole is: the Heart (Xin)3. The time of Yang within Yang is: morning4. The time of Yin within Yin is: the first half of the night5. The time of Yin within Yang is: afternoon6. … Read more
In a broad sense, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) refers to all ethnic and religious medical practices within China, primarily including Han traditional medicine, Uyghur traditional medicine, Tibetan traditional medicine, Mongolian traditional medicine, Dai traditional medicine, and Hui traditional medicine, characterized by compatibility and internationalization. Due to the large Han population, the early development of written … Read more