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Definition: The syndrome of Jin Ye Kui Xu Zheng (Fluid Deficiency Syndrome) refers to the condition where the body’s fluids are insufficient, leading to a lack of nourishment and moisture in the body, organs, and orifices. The main manifestations include thirst, desire to drink, reduced urination, dry stools, and dryness of the orifices and skin. … Read more
Qi stagnation and blood stasis can lead to numerous diseases. How can women identify the early signs of qi stagnation and blood stasis in their bodies to prevent issues before they arise?To diagnose whether one has qi stagnation and blood stasis, we can consider two main aspects: emotions and physical symptoms.Below are some emotional and … Read more
Qi deficiency and Qi stagnation may sound contradictory. Qi deficiency refers to insufficient Qi, while Qi stagnation indicates an excess of Qi, which are exactly opposite; how can they occur simultaneously?It is not difficult to understand. The most fundamental function of Qi is to promote movement. In addition to pushing tangible substances such as blood, … Read more
This issue covers: 1.Qi Deficiency 2.Qi Stagnation 3.Qi Rebellion 4.Qi Sinking 5.Qi Obstruction or Qi Collapse Abnormalities of Qi include pathological changes such as Qi deficiency, Qi stagnation, Qi rebellion, Qi sinking, and Qi obstruction or collapse. 1.Qi Deficiency Qi deficiency refers to insufficient Qi that cannot normally propel the organs to function properly, resulting … Read more
Follow me — Discover something new every day What is Qi Stagnation? Qi stagnation refers to the impaired flow of Qi (气) within the body, where the Qi mechanism in a specific organ or area is obstructed, leading to various symptoms. This condition is often caused by emotional distress, internal pathogenic factors, or weakness of … Read more
In the world, both tangible and intangible things are associated with the theory of the Five Elements, which we refer to as Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. With the Five Elements, there are naturally relationships of mutual generation and mutual restraint, allowing the world to develop and maintain balance. Do you know what the … Read more
Editor’s Introduction The theory of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements, originating from ancient philosophical thought, has long been a source of confusion for many practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The Five Elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. While many seem to understand this concept, how many truly grasp the profound mysteries of … Read more
When discussing the “Five Elements,” people naturally associate it with Yin-Yang, the Eight Trigrams, and the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches, categorizing them into divination, physiognomy, and feng shui, leading some to consider it superstition. In fact, the theory of the Five Elements is far from being limited to divination and feng shui; it is … Read more
According to the theory of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): The Five Elements are: Water, Wood, Metal, Fire, and Earth, following the laws of nature: Water generates Wood, Wood generates Fire, Fire generates Earth, Earth generates Metal, and Metal generates Water. Our body is also a small universe where the … Read more
The Five Elements (Wu Xing) is a systematic view from ancient Chinese philosophy, widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Feng Shui, fortune-telling, physiognomy, and divination. The significance of the Five Elements encompasses five basic dynamics through the evolution of Yin and Yang: Metal (Jin, 代表敛聚), Wood (Mu, 代表生长), Water (Shui, 代表浸润), Fire (Huo, 代表破灭), … Read more