There is a saying in folk medicine: “Drinking Astragalus soup regularly helps prevent diseases and maintain health!” Frequently using Astragalus (Huang Qi) in soups or as a tea substitute has excellent disease prevention and health benefits. The main effects of Astragalus: Protects the liver; Diuretic; Anti-aging; Anti-stress; Enhances immune function; Lowers blood pressure and has … Read more
Author: Chen Chuxiong Reviewed by: Qiu Kaifeng Institution: Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University Source: Yixian Pharmacy The Yin deficiency constitution refers to a condition where there is insufficient Yin fluid in the body due to dysfunction of the organs, leading to symptoms such as thirst, dry throat, and internal heat due to Yin … Read more
Many people are aware of Qi deficiency, but may not know about blood deficiency (xue xu). Blood deficiency occurs when there is insufficient blood in the body, leading to a lack of nourishment for the limbs and internal organs, resulting in overall weakness. Individuals with anemia often have blood deficiency issues, but not all individuals … Read more
Question: Frequently experiencing pale complexion, weakness, dizziness, and palpitations, diagnosed as blood deficiency (xue xu) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). How can one nourish blood deficiency? Answer: Blood deficiency needs to be addressed through diet, Chinese herbs, and mental well-being. 1. Dietary Nourishment 1. Regulate the spleen and stomach through food, as they are the … 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
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 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 the … Read more
Shuang Er Soup (双耳汤) 【Ingredients】10 grams of Silver Ear (银耳, Yín’ěr) and Black Fungus (黑木耳, Hēimù’ěr), 30 grams of rock sugar. 【Preparation】Soak the Silver Ear and Black Fungus in warm water to rehydrate, remove impurities, wash clean, place in a bowl, add rock sugar and an appropriate amount of water, steam in a steamer for … Read more
Methods for TCM Regulation of Yin Deficiency Constitution The Yin deficiency constitution is best regulated with herbs that nourish Yin and moisten dryness. Herbs that can replenish Yin include: Hai Shen (Sea Cucumber), Bai He (Lily Bulb), Mai Dong (Ophiopogon), Tian Dong (Asparagus), Shi Hu (Dendrobium), Yu Zhu (Polygonatum), Huang Jing (Polygonatum), Ming Dang Shen … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes “nourishing the deficient”, where the premise of nourishment is that one aspect of Qi, blood, Yin, or Yang is relatively weak. Without understanding one’s constitution, blindly engaging in health preservation and nourishment may instead burden and harm the body. For those who are unsure of their TCM constitution, you can … Read more
Follow me for new insights every day. Insomnia, a seemingly simple phenomenon, actually encompasses multiple factors related to the body, mind, and society. It is not only about a fatigued body but also involves the hidden psyche. According to TCM theory, sleep is the result of the interplay between Yin and Yang. When there is … Read more