Five Elements

The Yellow Emperor, Yellow Emperor Culture, and the Huangdi Neijing

by
The Yellow Emperor, Yellow Emperor Culture, and the Huangdi Neijing

The official WeChat account of the Shaanxi Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, click the blue “Shaanxi TCM” above to followSource: China Traditional Chinese Medicine NewsAuthor: Zhang Dengben, Shaanxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine • The civilization created during the era of the Yellow Emperor, including politics, economy, military, science and technology, culture and arts, … Read more

The Essence of the Huangdi Neijing is Here!

by
The Essence of the Huangdi Neijing is Here!

1. The east wind arises in spring, causing illness in the liver, with the corresponding acupoint at the neck; the south wind arises in summer, causing illness in the heart, with the corresponding acupoint at the chest; the west wind arises in autumn, causing illness in the lungs, with the corresponding acupoint at the shoulders; … Read more

The Fundamental and Essence of the Huangdi Neijing

by
The Fundamental and Essence of the Huangdi Neijing

【Zangfu and Meridians】The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) is one of the four classic texts of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) (the Huangdi Neijing, the Nanjing, the Shanghan Lun, and the Shennong Bencao Jing). It is the earliest existing medical classic in China’s medical treasure trove. The text theoretically establishes the TCM concepts of “Yin-Yang … Read more

Understanding the Essentials of the Huangdi Neijing in 10 Minutes (Save for Study)

by

The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) is an encyclopedic medical work divided into two parts: Ling Shu (Spiritual Pivot) and Su Wen (Plain Questions). It is said to have originated from the legendary Emperor Huangdi and has been passed down orally through generations, later supplemented and developed by physicians and medical theorists, culminating in … Read more

The Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Medicine): Original Text, Commentary, and Translation

by
The Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Medicine): Original Text, Commentary, and Translation

The Huangdi Neijing is divided into two parts: the “Lingshu” and the “Suwen”. It is said to have originated from the Yellow Emperor Xuanyuan and has been passed down orally through generations, later supplemented and developed by physicians and medical theorists, culminating in a written form during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods. … Read more

The Five Elements Health Preservation Method: Harmonizing Yin and Yang to Protect the Five Organs

by
The Five Elements Health Preservation Method: Harmonizing Yin and Yang to Protect the Five Organs

In the long history of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the theory of the Five Elements has always held a significant position. The Five Elements—Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth—are considered the fundamental components that constitute all things in the universe. Their interdependent relationships not only influence changes in the natural world but are also closely … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Maintaining the Harmonious Balance of Yin and Yang is Essential for Eliminating Diseases!

by
Traditional Chinese Medicine: Maintaining the Harmonious Balance of Yin and Yang is Essential for Eliminating Diseases!

Click on “The Path of Beneficial Life” above to share practical health and wellness knowledge every day. The term “coordination” refers to the regulation of the body’s physiological functions and the relationship between the body and the external environment. The term “balance” has two meanings: First, it refers to the dynamic balance of normal physiological … Read more

Understanding the Path to Bodily Balance – Harmonizing Yin and Yang, and Balancing the Five Elements

by
Understanding the Path to Bodily Balance - Harmonizing Yin and Yang, and Balancing the Five Elements

Since ancient times, the harmony of Yin and Yang, and the principles of the interaction between heaven and earth, have been the foundation of self-cultivation and health preservation, enabling individuals to achieve both physical and spiritual well-being, and to live a long life. Health preservation involves maintaining a balanced diet, regular daily routines, and appropriate … Read more

Foundations of Destiny: The Five Elements and the Five Organs

by
Foundations of Destiny: The Five Elements and the Five Organs

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), emphasis is placed on the “Five Elements, Five Qi, Five Organs, Five Flavors, and Five Colors,” which are interrelated and mutually supportive, existing in a relationship of generation and restriction. The harmony of the Five Elements directly affects the functioning of the body; any excess or deficiency in any aspect … Read more