Bai Hu Jia Ren Shen Tang

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Both Heat Above and Cold Below? A Dose of Huang Lian Decoction for Comprehensive Treatment

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Traditional Chinese Medicine: Both Heat Above and Cold Below? A Dose of Huang Lian Decoction for Comprehensive Treatment

Many people often experience recurrent heat symptoms. They take some heat-clearing medications, but after a few days, the heat returns, and ultimately, their stomach becomes increasingly cold, leading to diarrhea whenever they consume cold foods. What is going on? Today, Dr. Li will provide you with the answer to help improve this condition. This phenomenon … Read more

The Theory of the Five Organs and Their Spirits: Heart Houses the Shen, Lung Houses the Po, Liver Houses the Hun, Spleen Houses the Yi, Kidney Houses the Zhi

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The Theory of the Five Organs and Their Spirits: Heart Houses the Shen, Lung Houses the Po, Liver Houses the Hun, Spleen Houses the Yi, Kidney Houses the Zhi

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) posits that the five organs house the five spirits, and eating is akin to offering sacrifices to our “five organ spirits”. But do you know why the “five organs” are referred to as “temples”? The concept of the five organs housing spirits may seem esoteric, yet it is grounded in texts … Read more

28 Classic Formulas Commonly Used in Clinical Practice

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28 Classic Formulas Commonly Used in Clinical Practice

1.【Ren Shen Tang】(Ginseng Decoction)Ingredients: Ren Shen (Ginseng) 30g, Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon, remove heart, roasted) 30g, Sheng Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia, roasted) 30g, Dang Gui (Angelica, sliced, stir-fried) 30g, Shao Yao (Peony) 30g, Huang Qi (Astragalus, crushed) 30g, Bai Fu Ling (Poria, remove black skin) 30g, Gan Cao (Licorice, roasted) 30g.Usage: Grind the above eight … Read more

Review of the Third National Traditional Chinese Medicine Skills Competition

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Review of the Third National Traditional Chinese Medicine Skills Competition

Click the blue text to follow us Review of the Third National Traditional Chinese Medicine Skills Competition This competition is divided into four main sections: theory, identification of properties, authenticity and quality assessment of processed products, and microscopic identification. 1. Theory (Weight: 30%) 1. Question types: Multiple choice (1 point/question), single choice (0.5 points/question), 50 … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Observation Diagnosis in TCM: Understanding Shen, Head and Face, Lips, and Tongue Coating

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Comprehensive Guide to Observation Diagnosis in TCM: Understanding Shen, Head and Face, Lips, and Tongue Coating

Observation Diagnosis Verses 1. Observing Shen (Spirit) The severity of illness relies on observing the spirit; calmness indicates a yin condition, Blood deficiency and fluid loss lead to confusion, dullness, and emotional distress. Restlessness and anxiety indicate exhaustion of spirit; heat in the heart leads to unclear spirit, Fatigue is seen in post-illness weakness; no … Read more

Observation and Diagnosis in TCM: Understanding Shen (Spirit) and Its Variations

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Observation and Diagnosis in TCM: Understanding Shen (Spirit) and Its Variations

From the moment the patient enters the room, the TCM practitioner is already observing the patient. This is known as wang zhen (observation diagnosis), which is essential for capturing and understanding basic information. Why is this important? In TCM, the practitioner treats a person, not just a disease, distinguishing it from Western medicine. TCM emphasizes … Read more

The Theory of the Five Organs and Their Spirits: Heart Houses the Shen, Lung Houses the Po, Liver Houses the Hun, Spleen Houses the Yi, Kidney Houses the Zhi!

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The Theory of the Five Organs and Their Spirits: Heart Houses the Shen, Lung Houses the Po, Liver Houses the Hun, Spleen Houses the Yi, Kidney Houses the Zhi!

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the five organs house the five spirits, and eating is akin to offering sacrifices to our “five organ spirits”. But do you know why the “five organs” are referred to as “temples”? The concept of the five organs housing spirits may seem mystical, yet it is grounded in evidence. … Read more

Zhang Zhongjing’s Prescription for Treating “Spleen Qi Deficiency and Qi Stagnation”

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Morning flowers and evening harvests, revisiting old matters. This is content that was pushed two days ago. Today, we review and learn anew. (This article is for learning and reference only. The formulas mentioned should not be blindly attempted by non-professionals without guidance from a TCM practitioner.) The theoretical basis of this article: “Shang Han … Read more

Glossary of Traditional Chinese Medicine Terminology (Essential for TCM Practitioners)

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Glossary of Traditional Chinese Medicine Terminology (Essential for TCM Practitioners)

Summary of TCM Courses 1.Shen (神): Broadly – a highly generalized external manifestation of human life activities; narrowly – refers to human consciousness, awareness, and cognitive activities. 2.Yin and Yang (阴阳): A general summary of the opposing attributes of related phenomena or entities in nature. 3.Yin-Yang Mutual Damage (阴阳互损): This has two meanings: One is: … Read more

Analyzing Tongue Quality and Coating to Differentiate Between Yangming Cold and Heat

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Analyzing Tongue Quality and Coating to Differentiate Between Yangming Cold and Heat

Article 222: If there is thirst and a desire to drink water, with dry mouth and tongue, Bai Hu Jia Ren Shen Tang (White Tiger Decoction with Ginseng) is indicated. Pre-class consideration: Is it appropriate to use Bai Hu Tang (White Tiger Decoction) for this case? What syndrome necessitates the addition of ginseng? Article 222: … Read more