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Comprehensive Guide to 35 Common Acupuncture Points: Locations and Effects with Detailed Diagrams

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Comprehensive Guide to 35 Common Acupuncture Points: Locations and Effects with Detailed Diagrams

Identifying acupuncture points is a fundamental skill for every practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). However, the human body contains numerous and complex acupuncture points, making it challenging to locate them accurately. This article provides an overview of the effects and locations of commonly used acupuncture points to assist you in accurately finding them! 1. … Read more

Comprehensive Human Acupuncture Point Chart and Their Functions (A Must-Collect)

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Comprehensive Human Acupuncture Point Chart and Their Functions (A Must-Collect)

The comprehensive diagram of human acupuncture points clearly and intuitively marks various acupuncture points on the body, including head acupuncture points, chest acupuncture points, back acupuncture points, arm and hand acupuncture points, leg acupuncture points, and foot acupuncture points, detailing the functions of each point. Diagram and Functions of Head Acupuncture Points Head Wei (Tou … Read more

Comprehensive Human Acupuncture Points Chart and Their Functions (A Must-Bookmark)

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Comprehensive Human Acupuncture Points Chart and Their Functions (A Must-Bookmark)

The comprehensive diagram of human acupuncture points clearly and intuitively marks various acupuncture points on the human body, including diagrams for the head, chest, back, arms and hands, legs, and feet, detailing the functions of each point. Head Acupuncture Points and Their Functions Tou Wei (Head Crown) Point: Treats eye pain, eye twitching, headaches. Shang … Read more

Understanding the Twelve Meridians: A Simple Guide to Memorization

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Understanding the Twelve Meridians: A Simple Guide to Memorization

The twelve meridians are a fundamental aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Whether you are a scholar studying TCM or an ordinary person, understanding the twelve meridians can benefit your health maintenance. However, many people find the twelve meridians too difficult to grasp. The Longyang TCM Academy teaches you how to easily memorize and understand … Read more

Comprehensive Diagram of Human Meridians (Recommended for Collection)

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Comprehensive Diagram of Human Meridians (Recommended for Collection)

Human meridians can generally be divided into twelve primary meridians, eight extraordinary meridians, and the central channel described by Tibetan Vajrayana practitioners. The twelve primary meridians refer to the Gallbladder Meridian (Dan Jing), Liver Meridian (Gan Jing), Lung Meridian (Fei Jing), Large Intestine Meridian (Da Chang Jing), Stomach Meridian (Wei Jing), Spleen Meridian (Pi Jing), … Read more

Eight Methods to Regulate Phlegm-Dampness in Winter for Those with Phlegm-Damp Constitution

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Eight Methods to Regulate Phlegm-Dampness in Winter for Those with Phlegm-Damp Constitution

Drink Honey ｜ Three spoonfuls of honey every day, still missing one you. – JI An Tang – Regarding “phlegm”, the concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) differs from that in Western medicine. Western medicine considers phlegm to be a secretion of the respiratory tract, and healthy individuals generally do not have phlegm. In TCM, … Read more

The Importance of Yang Qi: How Insufficient Yang Qi Can Lead to Cold Sensitivity, Fatigue, and Poor Luck

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The Importance of Yang Qi: How Insufficient Yang Qi Can Lead to Cold Sensitivity, Fatigue, and Poor Luck

What is Yang Qi? Yang Qi is the innate energy received from parents combined with the acquired energy from respiration and the essence of food transformed by the spleen and stomach. It plays a role in nourishing the body’s tissues and maintaining the functions of the organs. As one ages, Yang Qi gradually diminishes. What … Read more

Case Study: Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan for Treating Damp-Heat Rashes – What to Know in Summer

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Case Study: Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan for Treating Damp-Heat Rashes - What to Know in Summer

(Disclaimer: All case studies are submitted by readers via email. The submitters are responsible for the legal rights of the content to avoid copyright disputes. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.) Hello, Lazy Rabbit. Today, I will share a case study that arose from a craving. A few days ago, I felt a bit … Read more

Summer Damp Heat | Winter Melon Soup

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Summer Damp Heat | Winter Melon Soup

Author | Luo Dalun Transcriber | Guo Shala Source | Dalun Parenting Talk In many parts of China, summer is not as dry and refreshing as in the Northeast. The Northeast and Northwest regions are dry and hot, but cool at night; whereas most areas in China experience damp heat, especially in the south. This … Read more

Eliminating Damp-Heat in the Body: The Efficacy of San Ren Tang

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Eliminating Damp-Heat in the Body: The Efficacy of San Ren Tang

Ancient wisdom states: “A thousand colds can be easily dispelled, but dampness is hard to eliminate.” Indeed, dampness in the body is difficult to eradicate completely. Dampness acts like a thief, infiltrating everywhere without a trace. When dampness affects the hair, it becomes greasy; when it affects the skin, it leads to eczema; on the … Read more