Click the blue text to follow us! Identification and Regulation Phlegm-Damp Constitution “All diseases arise from phlegm”. The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and dampness, which transforms into … Read more
Characteristics of Phlegm-Damp Constitution Overall Characteristics: Phlegm and dampness accumulate, primarily characterized by a corpulent body, fullness in the abdomen, and a greasy tongue coating. Physical Characteristics: Obese body shape, soft and full abdomen. Common Manifestations: Oily facial skin, excessive sweating, chest tightness, phlegm accumulation, a greasy or sweet mouth, a preference for rich, sweet, … Read more
In the previous days, we discussed the deficiency syndromes, which refer to the lack of necessary elements in the body. In the coming days, we will talk about five types of excess syndromes. What is phlegm-dampness? It is the excessive accumulation of moisture in the body that cannot be transformed, resulting in a thick substance … Read more
This article is excerpted from the book “Centennial Cheng’s Series on Acupoint Health Preservation 2”. Published by: China Medical Science and Technology Press Clinically, the symptoms of dry mouth and bitter taste are often seen together. Dry mouth and bitter taste are primarily due to gallbladder fire disturbing the body and injuring the fluids. The … Read more
Editor’s Note According to the “Treatise on the Origins and Symptoms of Various Diseases (Zhu Bing Yuan Hou Lun) – Symptoms of Blood Stasis from Falling Injuries”: “Blood in the body flows with Qi and is usually not stagnant. However, if there is an injury from a fall, blood flow becomes disrupted, accumulating at the … Read more
Qi stagnation and blood stasis refer to the pathological changes where the flow of Qi is obstructed, leading to blood circulation issues, resulting in the coexistence of Qi stagnation and blood stasis. The symptoms of Qi stagnation and blood stasis should be analyzed separately for Qi stagnation and blood stasis, and dietary therapy can be … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Knowledge: How to Regulate Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis in the Liver? Although modern women are rarely like Lin Daiyu from “Dream of the Red Chamber,” in reality, many women experience symptoms of liver qi stagnation (肝气郁结) and blood stasis (血瘀). Women who are introverted, have narrow-mindedness, carry heavy emotional burdens, … Read more
Constantly cold hands and feet, lack of energy, poor complexion, and feeling fatigued with minimal activity… If you often feel unwell but can’t pinpoint the issue, it may be due to a reduction of Yang Qi in your body. We often hear Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) talk about Yang Qi, but what exactly is “Yang … Read more
Click the blue text Follow us Yang deficiency constitution is characterized by insufficient Yang Qi, leading to a state of constitution marked by cold and deficiency. 【Constitution Characteristics】 The body is often plump or the complexion is pale and dull, generally sensitive to cold and prefers warmth, with fatigue in the limbs, clear and long … Read more
★ Cupping is the Most Excellent Physical Therapy Cupping, like Tui Na (Chinese therapeutic massage), is a form of physical therapy and is considered one of the most effective therapies within this category. Cupping therapy, also known as “Jiao Fa,” utilizes physical stimulation and negative pressure to artificially cause capillary rupture and blood stasis, mobilizing … Read more