Health Maintenance The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) highly praises the role of the body’s meridians and acupoints, believing they can “determine life and death, and treat all diseases.” The meridians connect the internal organs (the five zang and six fu) to the limbs, bones, and sensory organs, linking all parts of the body; … Read more
1. Sore Throat — He Gu (LI4) He Gu (合谷) is located at the junction of the thumb and index finger when they are spread at a 45-degree angle. Applying pressure to He Gu is very effective for relieving sore throats. This point can also be used for toothaches, hypertension, and facial acne. 2. Insomnia … Read more
Regularly massaging and tapping acupuncture points can treat and alleviate diseases, serving a health maintenance role, but it does not mean it can cure all ailments. In addition to local massage, one must also adjust the overall condition of the body. It is important to note that while acupuncture point massage is simple and effective, … Read more
According to Daoist medicine, there are eight essential substances in the human body: organs (zang), bowels (fu), qi (vital energy), blood, tendons, meridians, bones, and marrow. These eight substances are the essence of our body, and their health is crucial for overall well-being. How can we protect these eight substances? During the Spring and Autumn … Read more
Generally speaking, a red tongue with no coating, or even a mirror-like tongue, is considered a manifestation of Yin deficiency and fluid deficiency. According to “Diagnosis of Tongue Quality in Traditional Chinese Medicine,” a tongue that is dark red and moist indicates a condition of excess Yang fire due to internal injury, often accompanied by … Read more
If you are always afraid of the cold, have cold hands and feet, and feel that your waist, back, abdomen, or knees are constantly chilly, you are likely suffering from yang deficiency (yang xu). At this time, you need to make some adjustments; otherwise, you may often feel lethargic, lack energy, and experience frequent diarrhea. … Read more