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