Understanding the Essence of Tai Chi through the Hips: No Fear Even Without a Teacher!
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Shu Di Huang: The Sacred Medicine for Nourishing Blood and Yin
The Chinese herb Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa) is the product of the tuberous roots of the plants Di Huang or Huai Di Huang from the Scrophulariaceae family, processed through steaming. It has a sweet taste, a slightly warm nature, and is associated with the Liver and Kidney meridians, providing effects of nourishing blood, enriching … Read more
Observational Diagnosis of the Nose in Integrative Chinese and Western Medicine
The nose is located centrally on the face, also known as Ming Tang (Hall of Brightness). The nose connects above to the throat and directly to the lungs, assisting the lungs in respiration, serving as the external orifice of the lungs. The lungs and nose not only cooperate in physiological functions but also influence each … Read more
Understanding the ‘Five Organs and Six Bowels’
01 All Courses by Ni Haixia 02 Complete Guide to TCM Treatments for Common Diseases 03 Focused Study on TCM Topics 04 Online Reading of TCM Learning Books The Five Organs are the heart (xin), liver (gan), spleen (pi), lungs (fei), and kidneys (shen). The Six Bowels are the gallbladder (dan), stomach (wei), small intestine … Read more
Understanding the Functions of the Five Organs and Six Bowels
IIntroduction: The five organs (wǔ zàng) and six bowels (liù fǔ) hidden within our bodies each have their own characteristics and functions. When it comes to their roles, how do we determine their importance? Let’s listen to what the five organs and six bowels have to say; this story will help us understand them better. … Read more
Functions of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Five Zang and Six Fu organs collectively referred to as zangfu (脏腑), are important organs located within the cranial, thoracic, and abdominal cavities. This term represents a comprehensive concept that unifies both structural morphology and physiological functions. The Five Zang primarily include the Xin (心, Heart), Fei (肺, Lung), … Read more
Ten Essentials from the Huangdi Neijing for Health and Longevity
1. Harmony between Heaven and Humanity, Adapting to Nature The “Suwen: Baoming Quansheng Lun” states: “Heaven covers, Earth supports, all things are complete, none is more precious than humanity. Humans are born from the qi of Heaven and Earth, shaped by the laws of the four seasons.” In the natural world, the weather descends, the … Read more
Shu Di Huang: The Sacred Medicine for Nourishing Blood and Yin
Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia Glutinosa) is the product of the steamed tubers of the plants Di Huang or Huai Di Huang from the Scrophulariaceae family. It has a sweet taste, a slightly warm nature, and is associated with the Liver and Kidney meridians. It is known for its effects of nourishing blood, enriching yin, benefiting … Read more