“The theory of the six fu organs being used for communication plays an important guiding role in the treatment of visceral diseases. The six fu organs refer to the gallbladder (dan), stomach (wei), small intestine (xiao chang), large intestine (da chang), bladder (pang guang), and san jiao (triple burner). The term ‘fu’ means a storage … Read more
The six fu organs refer to the gallbladder, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, bladder, and san jiao (triple burner). Except for the gallbladder, all are involved in the intake and transportation of food and fluids, and are responsible for the separation of clear and turbid substances. Their function is to “excrete without storing,” corresponding and … Read more
| Introduction: The core theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) revolves around the five zang (organs) and six fu (hollow organs). The five zang refer to the liver (Gan), heart (Xin), spleen (Pi), lungs (Fei), and kidneys (Shen); while the six fu include the gallbladder (Dan), small intestine (Xiao Chang), stomach (Wei), large intestine (Da … Read more
Damp-Heat Disease in Shaoyang: Characteristics, Main Medications, and Treatment Methods 1) Damp-heat primarily involves the liver, gallbladder, and spleen-stomach. 2) Above Shaoyang, fire is treated; above Yangming, dryness is treated. 3) Shaoyang Sanjiao: Fluid pathway: dampness; Qi pathway: original qi, the vital energy; dampness transforms into heat, requiring Shaoyang fire to resolve; Grain pathway: the … Read more
Remember the Flower Planter After the Formation of Yin and Seed (2024)/04/04 Chinese Traditional Festival GRAIN RAIN QINGMING SEASON The Qingming season brings warmer weather and lush vegetation, making it an excellent time for outings and connecting with nature. During this time, people often pay respects to their ancestors through tomb-sweeping and memorial ceremonies. However, … Read more
The damp-heat constitution is actually easy to identify, such as a tendency to be overweight, oily skin, feeling hot in the afternoon, and a yellow greasy tongue coating. These signs indicate the presence of damp-heat in the body. However, many people do not see good treatment results after using heat-clearing and damp-dispelling medicines. This is … Read more
The Relationship Between the Liver and Gallbladder The phrase “the liver and gallbladder illuminate each other” is often used to describe a close and supportive relationship between two individuals. Whenever this term is mentioned, one cannot help but admire the wisdom of the ancients. From a medical perspective, the liver (Gan) and gallbladder (Dan) are … Read more
Xian Mai (弦脉), or the ‘string-like pulse’, is akin to pressing on a guitar string, feeling tight, straight, and long, rising and falling directly. The Xian Mai is the primary pulse associated with liver and gallbladder diseases. The liver is considered a ‘hard organ’, and when ill, the meridians and tendons become tense, resulting in … Read more
The twelve meridians, also known as the twelve primary meridians, are the main components of the meridian system. Their names are determined based on their yin-yang properties, associated organs, and the areas they traverse. Each meridian corresponds to one of the twelve organs, using the name of the respective organ combined with the different locations … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the six fu organs refer to the six hollow organs in the human body: the gallbladder (Dan), stomach (Wei), small intestine (Xiao Chang), large intestine (Da Chang), bladder (Pang Guang), and san jiao (Three Jiao). The term “fu” historically means a repository or storage. The primary physiological function of the … Read more