Differentiation of Pulse Patterns in Warm Diseases: Deep Pulse and Slow Pulse Deep Pulse (Chen Mai) is a term referring to the location of the pulse, symbolizing the disease’s entry into the blood level. From the perspective of Wei Qi (Defensive Qi), Ying Qi (Nutritive Qi), and blood, it represents the final stage of warm … Read more
The deep pulse (沉脉, Chen Mai) has two meanings, similar to the floating pulse (浮脉, Fu Mai): one is a conceptual location. Any pulse that can only be felt by pressing down to the bones, regardless of its size, speed, strength, or weakness, is termed deep; the other refers to the deep pulse as a … Read more
Characteristics of the Deep PulseToday, we will learn about the pulse pattern classified as anomalous pulse types—the deep pulse (chen mai).1. Characteristics of the Deep Pulse:“Weak on lifting, strong on pressing.”The sensation of the deep pulse under the fingers is that the pulse is not prominent when taken superficially, but becomes increasingly noticeable with medium … Read more
“Body Condition Poem” The floating pulse travels only on the surface, like the light touch of a feather. In the autumn of the third month, one knows all is well; if one has been ill for long, its presence can be alarming. “Main Disease Poem” The floating pulse indicates a Yang exterior condition; it may … Read more
Floating Pulse is characterized by a strong presence when lifted and a weak presence when pressed (as stated in the Pulse Classic). It resembles the gentle breeze ruffling the feathers on a bird’s back, light and fleeting (a description of its subtlety), akin to the floating of the Yuan (Elm) pods (as mentioned in the … Read more
When we observe a pale tongue, our first thought is often of coldness. However, there is a type of pale tongue that is caused by blood deficiency. How do we differentiate between these two tongue appearances? In my experience, the key is to examine the sides of the tongue, particularly the liver and gallbladder areas. … Read more
Today’s reading material comes from Teacher Luo Dalun’s book “Yin Yang Yi Diao Bai Bing Xiao”. The normal tongue color should be light red. If the tongue is pale, it often indicates a deficiency of blood or the presence of cold in the body. Some women with insufficient Qi and blood may have a tongue … Read more
In theory, our body is our own, and we should be the masters of our health. However, it is evident that most people’s health is handed over to doctors, making them the passive party, which should not be the case! In fact, observing our own physical condition is not that difficult. You can look at … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow me and read beautiful articles Text | Excerpt from “Illustrated Tongue Diagnosis” When observing the tongue, we mainly look at the tongue quality and tongue coating. How to Observe Tongue Quality When observing the tongue, we mainly focus on two parts: the tongue quality and the tongue coating. … Read more
Tongue diagnosis is a technique that allows us to glimpse the secrets of the body. Is it blood deficiency, qi deficiency, phlegm-dampness, or blood stasis? All can be discerned at the moment you stick out your tongue. When a wind-cold cold starts, the tongue coating becomes thick. At this time, drinking ginger tea to dispel … Read more