1. Wu Xin Fan Re (Five Hearts Heat): Refers to the sensation of heat in the palms and soles, accompanied by a feeling of heat in the chest. 2. Liu Zhu (Flowing Abscess): A type of purulent disease where toxic evils flow unpredictably, occurring in deeper tissues. It often manifests as localized swelling or abscesses, … Read more
1. Wind-Cold Common Cold [Symptoms]Chills, fever, no sweating, headache, body aches, nasal congestion with a heavy voice, or itchy nose with sneezing, clear and thin nasal discharge, itchy throat, cough with thin white phlegm. Tongue coating is thin white, pulse is floating and tight. [Treatment Method]Release the exterior with warm pungent herbs, disperse cold from … 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
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
Why is traditional medicine in China called “Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)”? Most people might immediately respond, “Of course, it’s called TCM because it’s Chinese medicine!” You might think so too. But you would be mistaken. Traditional Chinese medicine was previously referred to as “National Medicine” or “Han Medicine.” So, how did the term “Traditional Chinese … 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
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
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
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
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