The Nine Major Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Discover Which Type You Belong To (Part Two)

The Nine Major Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Discover Which Type You Belong To (Part Two)

As the COVID-19 pandemic ravages the globe, our country has dispatched multiple medical teams carrying a large amount of medical supplies to assist overseas, among which the traditional Chinese medicines Lianhua Qingwen (Lianhua Qingwen) and Jinhua Qinggan (Jinhua Qinggan) derived from ancient formulas were included. This highlights the significant role of traditional Chinese medicine in … Read more

Understanding the Classification of Human Constitution in TCM

Understanding the Classification of Human Constitution in TCM

Click the “blue word” above to follow us Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) health preservation has been a health topic of concern for the Chinese people since ancient times, and it is currently the most suitable health system for the Chinese. China’s unique and mature health preservation culture is gradually entering the homes of ordinary people. … Read more

Classification and Assessment of Body Constitutions

Classification and Assessment of Body Constitutions

Just like with colds, some people recover in a day while others take a week. The same food can be harmless to some but cause allergies in others. The same medication may work for one person but not for another. Among postpartum women, some recover quickly while others take longer, even when consuming the same … Read more

Understanding Your Body Constitution: A Systematic Analysis of TCM Constitution Classification and Assessment

Understanding Your Body Constitution: A Systematic Analysis of TCM Constitution Classification and Assessment

1. Nine Types of Body Constitution Classification and Core Characteristics (Ordered by clinical identification priority) 1. Pinghe Zhi (平和质) – Harmonious Constitution (Gold Standard) – Physiological Characteristics: Well-proportioned body shape, rosy complexion, abundant energy, pale red tongue with thin white coating – Key Indicators: Regular bowel movements (daily morning routine), high sleep quality (deep sleep … Read more

Classification of Body Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Body Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The study of body constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) primarily determines the differences in individual constitutions within populations based on fundamental theories such as Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, Zang-Fu organs, and the essence, Qi, blood, and body fluids. The specific classification methods include Yin-Yang classification, Five Elements classification, Zang-Fu classification, body shape classification (fat … Read more

Classification and Assessment Standards of TCM Constitution

Classification and Assessment Standards of TCM Constitution

Classification and Assessment Standards of TCM Constitution On April 9, 2009, the “Classification and Assessment of TCM Constitution” standard was officially released. This standard is the first document in China to guide and regulate the research and application of TCM constitution, aiming to provide a basis for the identification of constitution and the prevention and … Read more

Classification of Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click↑ Follow us in blue! Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) body constitution theory primarily determines the differences in individual constitutions within populations based on fundamental theories of TCM such as Yin-Yang, Five Elements, organs, essence, Qi, blood, and body fluids. The specific classification methods include Yin-Yang classification, Five Elements classification, organ classification, body shape classification (fat … Read more

Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine The classification of human constitution in TCM includes Yin deficiency and Yang deficiency, Yin deficiency with Liver heat: Yang excess constitution, Yin deficiency constitution, Blood stasis constitution, Phlegm-damp constitution, and Qi stagnation constitution. First, it is essential to understand what type of constitution one belongs to, such … Read more

Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Classification of Constitutions and Application of Constitutional Theory

Foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Classification of Constitutions and Application of Constitutional Theory

▲ Classification of Constitutions The study of constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) primarily determines the differences in individual constitutions within populations based on fundamental theories such as Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, Zang-Fu organs, and the essence, Qi, blood, and body fluids. The specific classification methods include Yin-Yang classification, Five Elements classification, Zang-Fu classification, body … Read more

The Treatment of Yin-Yang Toxic Conditions in the Case of Lily Disease: An Analysis of Chapter Three from the Jin Kui Yao Lue

The Treatment of Yin-Yang Toxic Conditions in the Case of Lily Disease: An Analysis of Chapter Three from the Jin Kui Yao Lue

IIntroduction:In 2018, the TCM Book Club completed a year-long study of the “Shang Han Lun” with bi-weekly readings. This year, we officially begin the “Jin Kui” readings, also bi-weekly, to study the “Jin Kui Yao Lue” together. Chapter Three: The Treatment of Yin-Yang Toxic Conditions in the Case of Lily Disease “Ling Lan: Learning TCM … Read more