01 Si Jun Zi Tang (Four Gentlemen Decoction) According to the Taiping Huimin Heji Ju Fang (Formulas from the Bureau of People’s Welfare), “Si Jun Zi Tang” is used to treat deficiency of Qi in the defensive and nutritive levels, weakness of the organs, abdominal distension, loss of appetite, intestinal rumbling, diarrhea, and vomiting. Regular … Read more
[Symptoms of Qi Deficiency and Blood Deficiency] Qi Deficiency Often caused by insufficient internal generation or excessive consumption. Commonly seen in those with congenital deficiencies, malnutrition, elderly and weak individuals, or those who are overly fatigued. Main symptoms include shortness of breath, lack of energy, low voice, shortness of breath upon exertion, easy sweating, dizziness, … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there is a saying: Qi and blood are the fundamental substances that constitute the life activities of the human body. This fundamental substance is essential; without it, you cannot maintain basic life activities. Therefore, Qi and blood are extremely important for the human body. When issues arise with Qi and … Read more
Deficiency syndromes refer to a variety of chronic diseases caused by the deficiency of organs and weakened vital energy. Although these syndromes are numerous and complex, they are always related to the five organs, and the damage to the five organs generally involves Yin, Yang, Qi, and Blood. In summary, there are Yin deficiency, Yang … Read more
Yin deficiency leads to heat, Yang deficiency leads to cold intolerance, Blood deficiency causes dryness, and Qi deficiency results in weakness. 1. Yin Deficiency — Avoid spicy and dry foods, prefer Chrysanthemum (Juhua) and Pear (Li)Symptoms: hot palms and soles, sweating, irritability, and sores on the tongue.2. Yang Deficiency — Avoid raw and cold foods … Read more
Blood Deficiency Syndrome Blood Deficiency Syndrome refers to the deficiency of blood leading to inadequate nourishment of the organs and meridians, resulting in a general state of weakness.There are many causes of Blood Deficiency Syndrome, including congenital insufficiency, postnatal malnourishment, spleen and stomach weakness, and insufficient production of blood; acute bleeding; chronic illness leading to … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), blood deficiency, also known as xue xu (血虚), refers to a pathological change characterized by a reduction in the nourishing and moistening functions of the blood, leading to a lack of nourishment in the organs, meridians, and bodily structures. This condition indicates a pathological phenomenon of insufficient yin blood within … Read more
Blood circulates throughout our body, and the health of our blood is key to our overall well-being. When blood issues arise, they can lead to various health problems, such as: blood deficiency causing insomnia, blood turbidity leading to blockages, and blood stasis resulting in tumors. Today, the doctor shares three traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formulas … Read more
In previous articles, we have introduced the concept of blood deficiency (xue xu). Many people want to know how to address blood deficiency, so today we will discuss how to “nourish blood” in daily life. 1. Manifestations of Blood Deficiency Symptoms of blood deficiency include pale or sallow complexion, pale lips, pale nails, and a … Read more
More exciting content, please click the blue text above to follow us! What is Blood Deficiency Constitution? Blood deficiency, also known as xue xu (血虚), is considered by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to be a condition resulting from insufficient blood or a decline in the nourishing ability of blood, leading to dysfunction of the organs. … Read more