What is the Balance of Yin and Yang in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

What is the Balance of Yin and Yang in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The balance of Yin and Yang is the foundation of life vitality. The balance of Yin and Yang refers to the harmonious transformation and coordination of both sides, maintaining a state that is neither excessive nor deficient, presenting a state of harmony. When Yin and Yang are balanced, a person is healthy and spirited; when … Read more

The Nine Major Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Nine Major Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Explanation of Body Constitution The Yin Xu (Yin Deficiency) constitution can be roughly understood as a lack of moisture. Yin fluids (water) serve two purposes: they nourish and moisten, and they balance Yang heat. Therefore, individuals with a Yin Xu constitution often exhibit signs of dryness and internal heat: a lean physique, dry skin, and … Read more

Understanding Body Constitution for Health Preservation (Yin Deficiency Type)

Understanding Body Constitution for Health Preservation (Yin Deficiency Type)

Health Preservation Hall of Body constitution varies from person to person, and can change with time and place. Some people gain weight easily, while others remain slim regardless of their diet; some are not afraid of cold or heat, while others feel cold even in warm clothing; some have delicate skin without much care, while … Read more

Understanding Body Constitution for Health Preservation (Qi Deficiency Type)

Understanding Body Constitution for Health Preservation (Qi Deficiency Type)

Health Preservation Hall Body constitution varies from person to person, and can change with time and place. Some people gain weight easily, while others do not gain weight no matter how much they eat; some are not afraid of cold or heat, while others feel cold even when dressed warmly; some have delicate skin without … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Harmonizing with Nature for Health and Longevity

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Harmonizing with Nature for Health and Longevity

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a long history, and its principles and methods have been revered by many for thousands of years. Today, we will explore several major methods of TCM health preservation, helping everyone better nourish their body and mind in daily life to achieve health and longevity. Moderate exercise can promote the circulation … Read more

Lingnan Specialty Processing | The King of Gramineae, a Small Powerhouse for Dampness Removal

Lingnan Specialty Processing | The King of Gramineae, a Small Powerhouse for Dampness Removal

Grain Rain/ Rain Nourishes All Grains According to legend, during the Eastern Han Dynasty, the southern regions were plagued by miasma. General Ma Yuan, under the orders of Emperor Guangwu of Han, Liu Xiu, embarked on a campaign to Jiaozhi (now parts of Guangdong and northern Vietnam) to quell the southern rebellion. Due to the … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine | Medicinal Cuisine with Baiyin—Poria

Traditional Chinese Medicine | Medicinal Cuisine with Baiyin—Poria

In the “Huainanzi: Shuo Shan Xun”, it is recorded: “The thousand-year-old pine has Poria (Fuling) below and rabbit (Tu) silk above.” When it comes to Poria, everyone is certainly familiar with it. As a medicinal and edible material that promotes diuresis and drains dampness, it is particularly favored in the southern regions of China during … Read more

The Dual Role of Food and Medicine: A Comprehensive Overview of Angelica Sinensis

The Dual Role of Food and Medicine: A Comprehensive Overview of Angelica Sinensis

Angelica Sinensis, also known as Dang Gui, has several aliases including Dang Gui Fen, Gan Gui, Ma Wei Dang Gui, Qin Na, Ma Wei Gui, Yun Gui, Xi Dang Gui, and Min Dang Gui.According to the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, Angelica Sinensis is sweet and pungent in flavor, and warm in nature. It enters the Liver, Heart, … Read more

The Sacred Blood-Boosting Herb: Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui)

The Sacred Blood-Boosting Herb: Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui)

“The Sacred Blood-Boosting Herb” Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) Are You Using It Correctly? For middle-aged and elderly friends, the widely usedblood-boosting herb—Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) and the excellent herb for promoting blood circulation—Hawthorn (Shan Zha), each have several different forms. When seeking the effects of blood replenishment and blood circulation, which type of herb should … Read more

Angelica Sinensis: The Story Behind This Chinese Herbal Medicine

Angelica Sinensis: The Story Behind This Chinese Herbal Medicine

“Angelica does not return, the beautiful wife remarries” “Angelica does not return, to revive the state” “Qin Niang is gravely ill, Angelica, Angelica,” Angelica Sinensis (当归) has always carried a rich literary connotation throughout history. Angelica Sinensis, also known as Qin Gui, Yun Gui, Xiang Dong Gui, and Min Dong Gui, belongs to the Apiaceae … Read more