The “Huangdi Neijing Health Preservation Methods for the Five Organs and Six Bowels” explains that the human body is a microcosm of the universe, where the five organs (wuzang) and six bowels (liufu) reflect larger issues when they encounter minor problems. The human body is a system that emphasizes balance and harmony, with each organ … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), when discussing the two types of colds, wind-cold and wind-heat, it is often said: “Wind-cold invades from the surface of the body; wind-heat invades from the mouth and nose.” This understanding is based on a typical clinical manifestation: after being affected by cold evil, one experiences chills; after being affected … Read more
Tai Chi is based on the principles of Yin and Yang, utilizing the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) meridians and osteology as its physiological foundation. It can open the meridians and invigorate Qi and blood. With over 150 million practitioners worldwide, Tai Chi is an aerobic health exercise that uniquely integrates Qigong, martial arts, … Read more
Regarding the origins of Tai Chi, there have been claims that it originated in the late Yuan and early Ming dynasties, even as far back as the Tang dynasty. However, through historical research, it has been proven that these claims are unfounded. Historical records and field investigations confirm that Tai Chi was created in the … Read more
1. Master the Forms and Understand the Fixed Postures The so-called forms refer to the complete set of Tai Chi postures. The term “fixed postures” refers to the specific requirements for each posture’s movements. For beginners, the main focus should be on mastering the forms and ensuring correct positioning, while also paying attention to the … Read more
Due to the health benefits, cultural origins, movement characteristics, martial arts connotations, rhythmic aesthetics, social entertainment, and philosophical thoughts associated with Tai Chi, it is deeply loved by the Chinese people. At the same time, as a quintessence of traditional Chinese culture, it is respected by people from different ethnicities and cultures around the world. … Read more
Origin In the classic TCM text, the Huangdi Neijing, it is mentioned that based on the different climatic environments of various regions, the ancients developed five common TCM treatment methods according to the five elements: acupuncture, moxibustion, herbal medicine, scraping therapy, and guiding and pressing. Among these, acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine are well-known in … Read more
The Mawangdui Daoyin technique is a set of fitness exercises based on the “Daoyin Diagram” from a collection of precious medical and health-preserving silk manuscripts unearthed in Mawangdui, Changsha, Hunan, in 1973. This technique not only inherits the essence of health preservation from predecessors but also represents the aspirations of our medical and martial arts … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us The editor says: “The ‘Suwen: Discussion on Different Methods and Formulas’ records the six major technical systems of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): acupuncture, moxibustion, bloodletting, herbal medicine, tui na (massage), and daoyin (guiding and stretching). Among these, acupuncture, moxibustion, bloodletting, herbal medicine, and tui na are external methods, … Read more
TCM Knowledge | What Practical Tools Are in the Six Arts of TCM? The Six Major Technical Systems of Traditional Chinese Medicine are recorded in the Suwen: On the Appropriateness of Different Methods, which include Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Bloodletting, Herbal Medicine, Tuina, and Daoyin. Among these, Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Bloodletting, Herbal Medicine, and Tuina are external methods … Read more