Yu Ping: Nine Types of Constitutions in TCM and Their Unique Health Preservation Methods (Part 1)

Health is abundant, and peace is essential for wellness. I am Yu Ping, sharing genuine insights daily, hoping to inspire and warm you. This is my 788th article. 1. Balanced Constitution • Characteristics Hair is black and shiny; voice is loud and strong; body is well-proportioned, neither overweight nor underweight, with firm muscles; lips and … Read more

The Balanced Constitution: Understanding and Cultivating a Harmonious Body

The Balanced Constitution Are you one of the enviable 30% with a “Balanced Constitution”? Have you heard of the “Balanced Constitution”? It is a highly coveted constitution! It is said that only about 30% of the Chinese population possesses it. Want to know why it is so remarkable? Don’t worry, let me explain it to … Read more

The Nine Major Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Which One Are You?

The Nine Major Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Which One Are You?

Different populations have varying constitutions due to differences in region, environment, and lifestyle. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), constitution refers to the relatively stable inherent characteristics of a person, which are formed based on innate endowment (inherited from parents) and acquired factors throughout life, encompassing physical structure, physiological functions, and psychological states. According to the … Read more

How to Maintain Health According to the TCM Concept of Balanced Constitution

How to Maintain Health According to the TCM Concept of Balanced Constitution

Health status can be divided into three categories: first, a healthy state without disease; second, a state of wanting to be ill but not yet ill; third, a state of being ill but not yet transmitted. “Preventing disease before it occurs” addresses these three states, emphasizing the importance of health maintenance to prevent disease, early … Read more