As the saying goes, “Many diseases are caused by phlegm,” and “phlegm” is a very undesirable substance, closely related to many diseases. Many modern individuals have a phlegm-damp constitution, but it is important to note that the concept of “phlegm” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) differs from the phlegm we commonly expect to cough up. … Read more
In recent days, as temperatures rise and humidity increases with the arrival of the rainy season, many friends have complained to me about their increasingly oily faces. After just two hours of makeup, they step outside and sweat profusely, causing their makeup to run. Not only that, but they also develop many pimples and feel … Read more
With the arrival of the hot summer days, various regions across the country are entering a “sauna” and “baking” mode. During this period, high temperatures and humidity make people feel as if they are in a steamer every day. In addition to the discomfort of feeling “melted” by the heat, the oppressive weather can also … Read more
Disease Inquiry, Health Guidance, Classic Health Preservation, No Need for Doctors When Sick As the saying goes: “Eat radishes in winter and ginger in summer, no need for a doctor’s prescription.” With the arrival of the hot summer, the climate becomes hot and humid, leading many to experience issues such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, colds, … Read more
Dampness is one of the six pathogenic factors. The invasion of dampness is ubiquitous, affecting countless individuals. The “Su Wen – Zhi Zhen Yao Da Lun” states: “All swellings due to dampness belong to the spleen.” The theory of transformation in the “Shang Han Lun” suggests that the Taiyin (Greater Yin) is inherently damp, and … Read more
When consulting a TCM practitioner, we often hear terms like “damp heat” and “cold damp”. In daily life, many people complain, “I have too much dampness in my body.” But do you really know what these terms mean? How can you determine if you are “cold damp” or “damp heat”? 1 Discussion on the Spleen’s … Read more
Those who frequently read my articles know that I often mention two concepts: Cold Dampness (Han Shi) and Damp Heat (Shi Re). I also frequently add notes under certain formulas indicating that they should not be used for Cold Dampness or Damp Heat. Many readers then have questions, asking me to clarify what exactly Cold … Read more
“It is easy to eliminate cold, but difficult to dispel dampness.” The presence of dampness in the body can lead to various diseases. Many people know that they need to eliminate dampness, but the dampness in the body can be categorized as either “cold” or “heat.” The methods for dispelling dampness differ based on its … Read more