Ginseng (Panax ginseng)

Ginseng (Panax ginseng)

Compilation of National Chinese Medicinal Herbs: Ginseng Pinyin Rén Shēn Alias Bangchui, Shanshen, Yuanshen, Shenye Source The root of the plant Panax ginseng C. A. Mey. (P. schin-seng Nees) from the family Araliaceae, with its leaves also used medicinally, referred to as Shenye. It is generally harvested from plants that are over five years old. … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Prolonged Lying Can Lead to Qi Deficiency – Three Points for Qi Deficiency Management

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Prolonged Lying Can Lead to Qi Deficiency - Three Points for Qi Deficiency Management

Qi deficiency primarily manifests as a tendency to speak little, lethargy, and a pale complexion. So, what causes Qi deficiency? How can it be managed?   There are three main causes of Qi deficiency 1. Prolonged Lying There is a saying: “Eating well is not as good as dumplings, and being comfortable is not as good … Read more

Symptoms of Qi Deficiency and How to Improve It

Symptoms of Qi Deficiency and How to Improve It

Qi deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) refers to a state of low life energy in the body, leading to weakened bodily functions and reduced resistance to diseases. What are the specific symptoms of Qi deficiency? How can one regulate and improve the state of Qi deficiency in daily life? Let’s take a look.   Main … Read more

Qi Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Qi Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Qi Deficiency is a concept rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that has gained recognition worldwide. In TCM, Qi is considered the vital energy that flows through our bodies, maintaining our overall health. When this life energy is deficient, it can lead to various health issues. Understanding Qi deficiency, its causes, symptoms, and treatment methods … Read more

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

(This article is for learning and reference only and cannot replace medical advice and prescriptions. The combinations and formulas mentioned must be referenced and applied under the guidance of a TCM practitioner, and should not be attempted blindly!) Theoretical basis of this article: “Formulas and Prescriptions”, “Chinese Herbal Medicine” Hello, I am a TCM practitioner, … Read more

Understanding Yin Deficiency: Common Symptoms and Recommendations for Improvement

Understanding Yin Deficiency: Common Symptoms and Recommendations for Improvement

When chatting with friends, we often jokingly say, “Are you feeling a bit weak?” Although this is a common jest, many people indeed find themselves in a sub-healthy state. Some may even feel that they are genuinely weak and thus self-supplement. However, if one does not know the specific issue they are facing and randomly … Read more

How to Properly Nourish a Qi Deficiency Constitution Characterized by Fatigue and Spontaneous Sweating?

How to Properly Nourish a Qi Deficiency Constitution Characterized by Fatigue and Spontaneous Sweating?

Click the blue text to follow, reply with「8」 to receive today’s learning gift Article Overview Feeling constantly tired may not be feigned, but rather indicative of a Qi deficiency constitution. Hello everyone. Today we will discuss the identification and nourishment of a Qi deficiency constitution. Qi deficiency refers to insufficient Qi. We have learned previously … Read more

Chronic Fatigue? Traditional Chinese Medicine Suggests It May Be Qi Deficiency

Chronic Fatigue? Traditional Chinese Medicine Suggests It May Be Qi Deficiency

The physical characteristics of a Qi deficiency constitution are manifested as soft muscles. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, reluctance to speak, fatigue, easy sweating, a pale red tongue with a swollen appearance and tooth marks on the edges, and a weak, slow pulse. Some may also exhibit a sallow or pale complexion, a lack … Read more

How to Identify Qi Deficiency Constitution? How to Regulate Qi Deficiency?

(Image source from the internet) 【Definition】 A constitution characterized by insufficient vital energy (yuanqi), with weak breath and low functional status of the body and organs. 【Causes】 Innate weakness, lack of nourishment after birth, or qi deficiency after illness. For example, if family members are generally weak, or if parents were weak during pregnancy, or … Read more

10 Methods to Regulate Qi Deficiency Constitution

10 Methods to Regulate Qi Deficiency Constitution

If you are not clear about your constitution type, please test your constitution first. Qi is an invisible energy that truly exists. Where there is Qi deficiency, there is insufficient energy, leading to functional inadequacies.1 1 7 Manifestations of Qi Deficiency Constitution 1. Individuals with lung Qi deficiency have insufficient lung function, resulting in a … Read more