/// 01 What is Moxibustion? According to the “Compendium of Materia Medica” (Bencao Gangmu), mugwort (Ai Ye) is used as a medicinal herb, characterized by its warm nature, bitter taste, non-toxic properties, pure Yang quality, and its ability to penetrate the twelve meridians. It is effective in warming Yang, regulating Qi and blood, dispelling dampness … Read more
When medicine cannot reach, and acupuncture cannot penetrate, moxibustion must be applied! Although moxibustion is beneficial, it should not be done blindly. Pay attention to 【Moxibustion Code】, which will decode the past and present of moxibustion and provide comprehensive knowledge about it. Moxibustion utilizes the pure Yang heat and medicinal properties of mugwort to provide … Read more
With the rising trend of health preservation, many people have begun to pay attention to wellness, but how many truly understand the contraindications, indications, sequence, and optimal timing for moxibustion? In fact, just like “needles can kill or revive,” moxibustion has its own intricacies. The Iron Rules of Moxibustion 1) During moxibustion, or throughout the … Read more
Follow us for daily free access to exciting health articles! Moxibustion, abbreviated as moxibustion therapy or moxa therapy, is a treatment method that uses moxa sticks or moxa cones made from mugwort leaves to stimulate acupuncture points or specific areas of the body through the heat generated by burning moxa. This method adjusts the disordered … Read more
MOXIBUSTION FOR HEALTH Moxibustion for Health Winter Moxibustion for Health Moxibustion, as a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) method for health maintenance and adjustment, has gained recognition among many for its ability to warm the meridians, promote qi (vital energy) and blood circulation, replenish yuan qi (original qi), and prevent diseases. However, many newcomers to moxibustion … Read more
Moxibustion, also known as moxibustion therapy or moxa therapy, involves the use of moxa sticks or cones made from mugwort leaves to produce heat that stimulates acupuncture points or specific areas of the body. This method aims to activate the flow of qi (vital energy) and adjust the disordered physiological and biochemical functions of the … Read more
1. What is Moxibustion? Moxibustion, this ancient term, has existed since the Spring and Autumn period over two thousand years ago, and there are numerous historical records about it. Confucius once said: “Self-moxibustion for those without illness.” The Mengzi records: “For a seven-year illness, seek moxa from three years ago.” Introduction to Medicine: “For diseases … Read more
Moxibustion is one of the oldest traditional Chinese medicine therapies, with a history of thousands of years. Moxibustion involves igniting moxa made from Ai Ye (Artemisia vulgaris) and applying its warmth and medicinal properties to stimulate acupuncture points or specific areas on the body, thereby activating the flow of Qi to regulate disordered bodily functions, … Read more
01 What is Moxibustion? Mugwort (艾草, ài cǎo) is a herbaceous medicinal plant. It contains volatile aromatic oils that produce a unique fragrance, which can repel mosquitoes and flies, purify the air, and prevent and treat diseases. Moxibustion (灸, jiǔ) involves igniting the flammable mugwort and using it to warm and stimulate acupuncture points, directly … Read more
From the perspective of moxibustion’s effects, it primarily benefits Qi and stabilizes the exterior. Certain acupuncture points can enhance Qi and stabilize the exterior. For the general population, points such as Fengmen (Wind Gate), Feishu (Lung Shu), Dazhui (Great Vertebra), and Hegu (Union Valley) can be used. For individuals with weaker constitutions, especially the elderly, … Read more