external pathogenic factors

TCM Popular Science | Nourishing Vital Qi, Avoiding External Evils, and Preventing Pathogenic Factors (Part 2): The Six Excesses as One Source of Exogenous Diseases

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TCM Popular Science | Nourishing Vital Qi, Avoiding External Evils, and Preventing Pathogenic Factors (Part 2): The Six Excesses as One Source of Exogenous Diseases

TCM Popular Science| Opinions may be controversial; content is for reference only. Written by | Anonymous Edited by | Zichu Last time, we discussed the Six Excesses (also known as the Six Evils or Six Thieves): Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness, Dryness, Fire These six external evils can invade the body when the vital qi is … Read more

External Pathogenic Factors According to the Huangdi Neijing

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External Pathogenic Factors According to the Huangdi Neijing

Six Excesses, namely Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness, Dryness, and Fire, are collectively referred to as external pathogenic factors. The term “excess” implies an overwhelming presence. The Six Excesses are the primary causes of external diseases. The Six Excesses originate from the natural elements of Wind, Cold, Heat, Dampness, Dryness, and Fire. Under normal circumstances, these … Read more

Understanding the Five Elements and Six Excesses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part 1)

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Understanding the Five Elements and Six Excesses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part 1)

Author| Anonymous Editor| Zichu Introduction to the Five Elements and Six Excesses What are the “Five Elements”? The Five Elements refer to the five categories of properties—Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth—used by ancient Chinese people to differentiate all things in the world, serving as a philosophical method to understand, grasp, and transform the world. … Read more