What is Qi Stagnation and How to Address Abdominal Distension?

What is Qi Stagnation and How to Address Abdominal Distension?

Many children experience significant abdominal distension, and when you pat their little bellies, they make a loud sound, filled with gas. These children suffer from poor qi circulation in the abdomen, leading to the stomach qi not descending, abdominal gas not being released, and a lack of flatulence. They may also have bad breath or … Read more

Stagnant Qi Leading to Stomach Distension and Belching? A Formula to Regulate Qi and Relieve Stagnation for Comfort

Stagnant Qi Leading to Stomach Distension and Belching? A Formula to Regulate Qi and Relieve Stagnation for Comfort

Click the blue text to follow us Written by/Happy Heart A happy heart is a good medicine. Why does Qi stagnate? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that Qi must flow smoothly; if it is obstructed, it leads to stagnation. Especially in the stomach and large intestine, which are part of the six fu organs, if … Read more

Understanding Qi Disorders: Qi Deficiency, Qi Stagnation, and Qi Reversal (Part II)

Understanding Qi Disorders: Qi Deficiency, Qi Stagnation, and Qi Reversal (Part II)

With the continuous development of clinical medicine, the understanding of Qi disorders has gradually deepened, and has become more systematic. Currently, it is believed that Qi disorders can generally be summarized into three categories: Qi deficiency, Qi stagnation, and Qi reversal: (1) Qi Deficiency “ When essence and Qi are depleted, deficiency occurs.” This refers … Read more

Four Medicinal Ingredients to Regulate Your Qi: Effective for Qi Stagnation and Food Accumulation!

Four Medicinal Ingredients to Regulate Your Qi: Effective for Qi Stagnation and Food Accumulation!

1 Qi stagnation syndrome (qì zhì zhèng) refers to a pathological state where the flow of Qi is obstructed and stagnant. The incidence of Qi stagnation syndrome is highest among middle-aged and elderly individuals, who often experience symptoms such as chest tightness, pain, or a feeling of fullness, with fullness being more prominent than pain … Read more

Luo Dalun: How to Diagnose Yourself for Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis?

Luo Dalun: How to Diagnose Yourself for Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis?

​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

Understanding Qi Stagnation and Abdominal Distension: Principles, Methods, Formulas, and Herbs

Understanding Qi Stagnation and Abdominal Distension: Principles, Methods, Formulas, and Herbs

Introduction: Qi stagnation in the spleen and stomach refers to the pathological changes of the Qi mechanism in the middle jiao being disordered, leading to stagnation and obstruction. The treatment principle is to promote Qi movement and relieve stagnation, which is based on the pathogenesis of spleen and stomach Qi stagnation. Indications: The main symptom … Read more

Four Causes of Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis, and Five Treatment Methods You Should Know!

Four Causes of Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis, and Five Treatment Methods You Should Know!

The Huangdi Neijing states: “When Qi flows, blood flows; when Qi stagnates, blood stasis occurs.” This means that when the Qi mechanism in the body operates smoothly, the circulation of blood can also proceed without obstruction. Conversely, if the Qi is blocked, the blood flow will correspondingly stagnate, leading to Qi and blood accumulation in … Read more

Liver Qi Stagnation: The Root of Many Illnesses! Four Herbs to Soothe the Liver, Relieve Stagnation, and Restore Qi Flow

Liver Qi Stagnation: The Root of Many Illnesses! Four Herbs to Soothe the Liver, Relieve Stagnation, and Restore Qi Flow

There is a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that “all diseases arise from Qi.” Why is this so? First, we need to understand what Qi is. In TCM theory, Qi is a fundamental element that constitutes the human body. Although it is an intangible substance, its role is extremely important. Qi governs the circulation … Read more

How to Unblock Qi Stagnation, Blood Stasis, Dampness, Heat Evil, and Cold Qi?

How to Unblock Qi Stagnation, Blood Stasis, Dampness, Heat Evil, and Cold Qi?

“The source of all diseases originates from blood, and the cause of a hundred diseases is due to Qi. When the meridians are unblocked, all diseases disappear, and the blood flows clear like jade.” This shows how important it is to unblock the meridians. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that insufficient Qi leads to poor … Read more

Qi Stagnation: Symptoms of Distension and Pain, Irritability, Phlegm, and Coughing – Treatment: Strengthening the Spleen, Smoothing the Liver, and Clearing the Lung and Stomach

Qi Stagnation: Symptoms of Distension and Pain, Irritability, Phlegm, and Coughing - Treatment: Strengthening the Spleen, Smoothing the Liver, and Clearing the Lung and Stomach

The lungs govern the storage of Qi; all Qi within the organs and meridians is disseminated by the lungs. Qi is inherently clear and descending; when the heart fire turns right, it transforms into lung Qi. Once lung Qi is transformed, it has already nurtured the Yin spirit, thus its nature is clear, solemn, and … Read more