Throughout my writing journey, I have primarily focused on sharing my philosophies to help others understand Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). However, I also feared that I might not be able to produce content consistently. After a brief break, I believe that sharing some foundational knowledge about health preservation might be more beneficial. Therefore, my updates … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinical practice, many patients often hear terms like Kidney Yang Deficiency (Shen Yang Xu) and Kidney Yin Deficiency (Shen Yin Xu), leaving them confused. Many people are aware that they have kidney deficiency and start to tonify the kidneys, but they may find that their condition worsens. This is often … Read more
Yin deficiency with excess heat may be caused by various factors, including: Overexertion: Prolonged overexertion can deplete the body’s Qi and Blood, preventing the Liver and Kidneys from receiving adequate nourishment. In severe cases, this can lead to Liver and Kidney deficiency, resulting in the condition of Yin deficiency with excess heat. Old Age and … Read more
Causes of Qi Deficiency Constitution The spleen is the source of Qi production, the lungs are the hub of Qi, and the kidneys are the source of congenital Qi. Qi deficiency primarily refers to the deficiency of Qi in the lungs, spleen, and kidneys, and the Qi deficiency constitution often indicates the weakened function of … Read more
Five Theories on the Causes and Mechanisms of Blood Stasis ① Many Diseases are Caused by Blood Stasis The “Su Wen: On Regulating the Menstrual Cycle” states: “What a person possesses are blood and qi.” It also points out: “When blood and qi are not harmonious, various diseases will arise.” Based on the understanding of … Read more
TCM Book ClubIssue 3793One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: Among the formulas for tonifying deficiency, we are already familiar with Six Flavor, Eight Flavor, Four Gentlemen, and Four Substances. These formulas often target one aspect of Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang, or are focused on a specific organ, making their dimensions … Read more
▲Click the blue “Nan Ke Yi Meng” above to follow The luo (络) is where blood gathers; luo disease refers to pathological changes that occur when pathogenic factors penetrate deeply into the blood vessels of the organs. The scope of luo vessel pathology is extensive, involving various clinical specialties, and can generally be divided into … Read more