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
★ According to the “Huangdi Neijing” (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), it is recorded: “When medicine is ineffective and acupuncture cannot reach, moxibustion must be applied.” Moxibustion is a method that involves burning moxa (mugwort) or other medicinal substances on specific acupuncture points (腧穴, shùxué) on the body, utilizing the gentle heat of the moxa and … Read more
Dizziness, headache, sore throat, fever, muscle pain, fatigue, bloating, and loss of appetite indicate that your body’s resistance is at its lowest point. In addition to medication, sufficient sleep, and a balanced diet, moxibustion can help improve immunity. Here is a recommended set of acupuncture points for your reference: 1. Zu San Li (Stomach 36) … Read more
Click the blue textto follow us In the prevention and treatment of epidemics, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers natural advantages guided by the principles of “preventing disease before it occurs, preventing changes in existing diseases, and preventing recurrence after recovery.” Moxibustion is one of the treasures of TCM for disease prevention. Moxibustion has a history … Read more
As spring brings warmth, Ms. Li took her child to climb Yuelu Mountain a few days ago. Due to inhaling cold air, the child suddenly developed paroxysmal coughing, which became increasingly severe and frequent. She immediately took out a Wenyang Tie (温阳贴, warming yang patch) from her bag and applied it to the child’s Tian … Read more
Winter Warm Yang Patches: Preventing Yang Deficiency Before Illness The main qi of winter is cold, and the cold nature can cause stagnation, leading to poor blood circulation. Additionally, cold pathogens can easily harm Yang qi. Without Yang qi to warm the body, insufficient qi and blood circulation can result in a series of discomforts. … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us…… Fire Dragon Moxibustion Fire Dragon Moxibustion is a shorthand for the moxibustion applied along the Du Mai (Governing Vessel), originating from the medicinal steaming method in the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon). In the Jin Dynasty, Ge Hong developed the “medicinal steaming” into a method called “isolated … Read more
Introduction Previously, we shared “Seven Chinese Herbs for Eliminating Dampness”, and many friends asked for recommendations on dampness-relieving Chinese patent medicines, so we have specially prepared today’s content. There is a wide variety of Chinese patent medicines related to eliminating dampness available in pharmacies, covering a broad range of diseases and with considerable daily sales. … Read more
Summary of TCM Courses 01 All Courses by Ni Haixia 02 Comprehensive Guide to Common Ailments in TCM 03 Focused Study on TCM Topics 04 Online Reading of TCM Learning Books In daily life, many individuals over the age of 30 begin to experience various pains, such as headaches, dizziness, cervical pain, shoulder periarthritis, cerebral … Read more
Daily TCM Insights at 11:30 AM Authoritative and high-quality knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine If you like it, please bookmark it Editor’s Introduction The method of promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis is a common therapeutic approach in TCM, widely used in clinical practice. Each therapeutic method has its key points, and the method of … Read more