fluid metabolism

The Operational Patterns of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in the Human Body

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The Operational Patterns of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in the Human Body

The five Zang organs are responsible for storage and are considered Yin. The Fu organs are part of the digestive system, representing Yang. Within this framework, the Yin Wood corresponds to the liver (Gan), while the Yang Wood corresponds to the gallbladder (Dan). The Yin Fire is associated with the heart (Xin), and the Yang … Read more

The Formation of Phlegm-Dampness: Understanding Its Origins

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The Formation of Phlegm-Dampness: Understanding Its Origins

The formation of phlegm-dampness follows a process: first, there is dampness, which accumulates into fluid, and then condenses into phlegm. This process occurs step by step. Phlegm can be categorized into visible and invisible forms. Visible phlegm includes the phlegm we can see, such as white, yellow, or green phlegm. White phlegm indicates cold, while … Read more