Written by / Chen Huijuan, Associate Professor at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine The circulation of blood in the human bodyflows through the meridiansto reach various parts of the bodyto nourish and support them. If blood stagnates or is obstructed in the organs and meridians, it can lead to various diseases. 01What is the … Read more
Rehmannia Rehmannia, a name in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), refers to the fresh or dried tuber of the plant Rehmannia glutinosa (地黄, Dìhuáng) from the Scrophulariaceae family. It is harvested in autumn, with the fibrous roots and soil removed, and can be used fresh or processed. It is categorized into three types: dry Rehmannia (干地黄, … Read more
Bloodletting Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine Beijing Tongrentang TCM Hospital, Acupuncture Department, Yu Zhenzhong Bloodletting therapy, historically known as “Qimai” (启脉), “Ciluo” (刺络), and also referred to as “Bloodletting Therapy” (刺血疗法), is an ancient and unique acupuncture treatment method in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The specific method involves using three-edged needles, sewing needles, plum blossom … Read more
The best platform for health maintenance, professional techniques, folk skills, and learning exchanges. In daily life, doctors often diagnose conditions as blood deficiency (xue xu), blood stasis (xue yu), blood cold (xue han), or blood heat (xue re). What are the differences between these conditions, and which one might you or your family be experiencing? … Read more