The version of the Huangdi Neijing we see today is primarily the one compiled by Li Bing during the Tang Dynasty. Prior to this, the historical transmission of the Huangdi Neijing underwent many changes. According to existing historical records, the Huangdi Neijing first appeared in the Book of Han (Eastern Han, Ban Gu, 32-92 AD). … Read more
Important Note: Due to a major WeChat update, to avoid losing contact, please click on the “Read a Book in Seven Days> Top Right Corner···” and set it asStarred⭐, thank you! In the Huangdi Neijing, it is stated: “The principle of acupuncture begins with the meridians, nourishing their pathways, regulating their measurements, internally connecting to … Read more
The Concept of Life in the Huangdi Neijing Yin and Yang: The Foundation of All Things Yin and Yang are the principles of heaven and earth, the framework of all things, the parents of change, the origin of life and death, and the abode of the spirit. To treat illness, one must seek the root. … Read more
Through history, we perceive life, Returning to the roots while seeking innovation, is the essential path for the study and development of medical arts. The Huangdi Neijing (黄帝内经), which includes the Suwen (素问) and Ling Shu (灵枢), is the earliest existing medical classic in China, representing a high-level synthesis of TCM theories before the Qin … Read more
1. The east wind arises in spring, causing illness in the liver, with the corresponding acupoint at the neck; the south wind arises in summer, causing illness in the heart, with the corresponding acupoint at the chest; the west wind arises in autumn, causing illness in the lungs, with the corresponding acupoint at the shoulders; … Read more
In the Huangdi Neijing, it is stated: “The principle of acupuncture begins with the meridians, nourishing their pathways, regulating their measurements, internally connecting to the five organs, and externally differentiating the six bowels, wishing to fully understand their principles. The Yellow Emperor said that a person is born, first forming essence, from which the brain … Read more
Insights from Ye Tianshi on Treating Postpartum Disorders: From Classic Medical Cases to Modern Inspirations —— Also Discussing the Clinical Application of “Simultaneous Nourishment and Regulation” and “Harmonizing the Extraordinary Meridians” The Essence of Ye Tianshi’s Thoughts on Diagnosing and Treating Postpartum Disorders Ye Tianshi’s approach to treating postpartum disorders is deeply rooted in the … Read more
Weekly Acupuncture Point The small acupuncture points contain profound health principles. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) states, “Heaven nourishes humans with the five qi, and the heavenly qi connects through the nose; Earth nourishes humans with the five flavors, and the earthly qi connects through the mouth.” This means that the nose can breathe in the … Read more
Taiji (太极) encompasses all phenomena. Since the establishment of heaven and earth, the interplay of Yin (阴) and Yang (阳) has led to the orderly growth of all things. Practitioners of medicine use acupuncture (针灸) and herbal medicine (中药), fundamentally adhering to the Dao of Heaven, aiming to balance Yin and Yang, and protect the … Read more
✦+ Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that essence (jing) is fundamental to the human body and is an essential substance for maintaining life activities. Men should follow the TCM principle of “nourishing essence for health” and focus on the cultivation of essence, qi, and spirit to achieve longevity. TCM has unique theories and methods for … Read more