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Identifying Nine Types of Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part Three: Damp-Heat Constitution and Blood Stasis Constitution)

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Identifying Nine Types of Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part Three: Damp-Heat Constitution and Blood Stasis Constitution)

Click the blue words to follow us We know that there are nine basic constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Apart from the relatively healthy Pinghe Tizhi (平和体质, Harmonious Constitution), there are eight other types that fall into the so-called sub-healthy states (偏颇体质, Deviated Constitution). Why do some people pay great attention to health preservation … Read more

Nurturing the Damp-Heat Constitution (Medicinal Diet Therapy)

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Nurturing the Damp-Heat Constitution (Medicinal Diet Therapy)

Damp-Heat Constitution 1. Definition A constitution type characterized primarily by the internal accumulation of damp-heat. 2. Characteristics of the Constitution （1）Physical Characteristics: The body tends to be overweight, generally characterized by substantial flesh, with both muscle and fat present. （2）Common Manifestations: Main Symptoms: The face is often greasy and dull, prone to acne and pimples, … Read more

Who Says Damp-Heat is Exclusive to Summer? Winter Damp-Heat is Also a Concern!

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Who Says Damp-Heat is Exclusive to Summer? Winter Damp-Heat is Also a Concern!

When it comes to damp-heat, many people might think of the sultry heat of summer, excessive sweating, and dry mouth. However, did you know that damp-heat is not exclusive to summer? Winter damp-heat should not be underestimated either. So, why does damp-heat arise in winter? What effects does winter damp-heat have on our bodies? How … Read more

Understanding and Managing Damp-Heat Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding and Managing Damp-Heat Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the term “damp-heat” does not refer to a specific organ disease. Instead, it indicates a state where the body’s digestive system undergoes a series of changes. Damp-heat is not merely a physical manifestation; it reflects an imbalance within the body’s internal environment. What we commonly refer to as damp-heat does … Read more

Damp-Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Damp-Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine

1Overview Damp-Heat is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) referring to pathogenic factors, classified among the six excesses: wind, cold, summer heat, dampness, dryness, and fire (heat). It is also a TCM syndrome, known as Shī Rè Zhèng (湿热证), which indicates the accumulation of damp-heat within the body, obstructing the functioning of the organs … Read more

Understanding the Differences Between Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat Colds

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Understanding the Differences Between Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat Colds

Follow us for more exciting content The weather is getting cooler, and the autumn feeling is becoming stronger, leading to a sudden increase in colds. People often think of colds as minor illnesses, so minor that they don’t even need to go to the hospital, and just taking some medicine will suffice. However, there are … Read more

Understanding Wind-Cold in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Wind-Cold in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Wind-cold invades the body, causing the hair to stand on end, the skin to close and generate heat. — Su Wen: On the True Organs of the Jade Machine Is Wind-Cold = Cold? Wind is the chief of all diseases, the main cause of illness from external pathogens, easily combining with other evils. In different … Read more

Understanding the Differentiation of Cold and Heat in Common Colds: How to Properly Select Chinese Patent Medicines

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(Source: Rational Drug Use in China) Common cold, or “shangfeng” (伤风), is an external pathogenic disease caused by the invasion of wind evil into the body, clinically characterized by symptoms such as headache, nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, cough, chills, fever, and general malaise. The typical duration of the illness is 3 to 7 days. … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: “Six Excessive Evils”, Dampness is the Most Difficult to Treat

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Traditional Chinese Medicine: "Six Excessive Evils", Dampness is the Most Difficult to Treat

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the spleen can transform and transport dampness. The spleen prefers dryness and dislikes dampness; if the spleen yang is invigorated, the spleen functions well, and the transformation of dampness is normal, then damp evil is less likely to cause disease. Conversely, when dampness is excessive, it can lead to … Read more

Understanding the Yin-Yang Cold and Hot Properties of Food

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Understanding the Yin-Yang Cold and Hot Properties of Food

For those who enjoy listening to audiobooks, you can click below to listen. Cold and cool foods belong to Yin, while warm and hot foods belong to Yang. What are some examples of cold and cool foods? For instance, pears, bananas, watermelons, and various cold drinks are considered cold and cool foods. What about warm … Read more