The four examinations, including observation (望), listening (闻), inquiry (问), and palpation (切), are methods for diagnosing diseases, also known as “diagnostic methods”. Palpation includes two parts: pulse diagnosis and pressure diagnosis, which is a method used by practitioners to understand the patient’s condition by touching, feeling, pressing, and applying pressure to specific areas of … Read more
Individuals with tongue imprints often belong to the group of those with Qi deficiency. Each person’s constitution reacts differently in various seasons, thus, the methods of health preservation also vary. What symptoms are associated with Qi deficiency? ✦1✦ People with Qi deficiency generally experienceshortness of breath and reluctance to speak, feeling too weak to talk, … Read more
Qi is the fundamental substance that constitutes the human body and maintains life activities. Due to insufficient congenital endowment, irregular daily routines, overwork, and other reasons, many people experience Qi deficiency. Image source: SOOGIF How should those with Qi deficiency restore their Qi? Let’s listen to what Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has to say. What … Read more
Qi deficiency, the most unacceptable issue, is not aging, not weakness, not fatigue, but rather “baldness.” Every year as autumn winds begin, we often hear people complain about hair loss, and this year is no exception.A friend of mine expressed that she is afraid to wash her hair because after washing, she sees the hair … Read more
To prevent not finding it next time Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the five organs of the human body can store various nutrients needed for life activities, physiology, and pathology, while the six bowels mainly refer to some hollow organs in the thoracic and abdominal cavities, which have the functions of digesting food, absorbing … Read more
Health and longevity are the goals that people yearn for. The phenomena of nature, such as the cycles of day and night, inspire people to follow and return to nature to achieve eternal life. The Suwen (Plain Questions) states: “I have heard that in ancient times there were true people who could lift heaven and … Read more
Before reading this article, please click the blue text above, and then click “Follow” so you can continue reading for free. The editor updates health knowledge daily, and everyone is welcome to comment! 1. What is Phlegm-Damp Constitution? The phlegm in phlegm-damp constitution is not the phlegm we usually think of, but refers to the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) classifies human constitution into nine types, among which the Phlegm-Damp Constitution (tan shi ti zhi) is one. The Phlegm-Damp Constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of Qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and … Read more
Wen Dan Decoction foot baths have been recommended for a long time. Today, I will share two cases of regulating phlegm-dampness constitution, with different triggers but similar results. Often, having comparisons, distinctions, and references leads to deeper thinking, understanding the reasons behind phenomena, which helps one better understand their constitution and achieve more effective regulation.Case … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us! Identification and Regulation Phlegm-Damp Constitution “All diseases arise from phlegm”. The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and dampness, which transforms into … Read more