The I Ching (易经) is an ancient Chinese philosophical text that reveals the laws governing the operation of all things in the universe. For over three thousand years since its inception, many have utilized its wisdom to seek good fortune and avoid misfortune. So, does the I Ching also contain the secrets to health and … Read more
Since ancient times, the harmony of Yin and Yang, and the principles of the interaction between heaven and earth, have been the foundation of self-cultivation and health preservation, enabling individuals to achieve both physical and spiritual well-being, and to live a long life. Health preservation involves maintaining a balanced diet, regular daily routines, and appropriate … Read more
Theme of This Issue Li Fangli, Director of the Preventive Medicine Department at Shenzhen Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (Longgang), advocates for “harmonizing Yin and Yang, treating body and spirit together, and strengthening the foundation to prevent disease,” emphasizing a human-centered approach and the unity of heaven and humanity, which refers to the … Read more
Author | Tang Yi Editor | Chun Feng Reviewer | Xiao Ye Recently, a relative’s colleague consulted me about his long-standing issue with excessive sweating. He described it as “like raining” when simply sitting down to eat, with sweat continuously flowing from his head. At lunchtime, he experiences heat above the neck, with cold hands … Read more
Advocating the Medical Way ● Helping the World As the ancients said: “Pure Yang is the immortal, pure Yin is the ghost, and half Yin half Yang is a human.” In the process of human cultivation, the method of 采阴补阳 (cǎi yīn bǔ yáng, absorbing Yin and supplementing Yang) is considered an important approach. Here, … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasured heritage of the Chinese nation, developed over thousands of years of practice and transmission, possessing a unique theoretical system and rich clinical experience. In today’s world, which increasingly values health, TCM offers us a comprehensive and natural approach to health maintenance. 1 1. Basic Principles of TCM 1. … Read more
Upholding the Medical Way ● Healing the World In the bustling cities of modern society, many people suffer from physical deficiency. Little do they know that the root of this deficiency often lies in the imbalance and disharmony of Yin and Yang, leading to insufficient energy in the body. Living in a big city, we … Read more
1. Harmonizing Yin and Yang is the Method of Treating Disease Frequent urination, irritability, and leg cramps are interconnected symptoms that testify to the deficiency of Yin in the Ying (nutritive) aspect. When Ying Yin is deficient, it generates internal heat; this internal heat forces Yin to descend, leading to frequent urination. Internal heat disturbs … Read more
Read Traditional Chinese MedicineOnly Quality TCM Reading Editor’s Introduction Sometimes, one might think that after entering a period of rapid economic development, the newly wealthy Chinese are quite exhausted. The constant pressure to strive forward has made the hardworking Chinese people feel overwhelmed, and the phrase “feeling drained” has become a common self-deprecating remark. Under … Read more
Moxibustion is one of the oldest medical practices in China, belonging to external physical therapies. It originated in ancient times and was formed during the Shang Dynasty, lasting for thousands of years.As stated in the “Bian Que Xin Shu”: “If a person moxibusts regularly when not ill, even if they do not achieve longevity, they … Read more