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Holographic Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation, Pulse Diagnosis, and Mapping

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Holographic Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Observation, Pulse Diagnosis, and Mapping

1. Comprehensive Holographic Observation Diagnosis 1 Through facial color diagnosis: 1. Yellow: Indicates potential issues with the spleen and stomach, and digestive system; 2. White: Indicates potential issues with the lungs and respiratory system; 3. Red: Indicates potential issues with the cardiovascular system; 4. Blue: Indicates potential issues with the liver and gallbladder, and immune … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Facial Diagnosis

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Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Facial Diagnosis

Facial diagnosis is a part of the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory developed over thousands of years. It is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM: observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. A healthy person’s face should be clean, with a rosy and lustrous complexion. Newborns typically have clean faces; however, as time … Read more

Introduction to TCM Pulse Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Study of the Pinghu Pulse Theory!

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Introduction to TCM Pulse Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Study of the Pinghu Pulse Theory!

1、Fú (Floating) Fú mài (Floating pulse) is characterized by a strong presence when lifted and a weak presence when pressed down (from Mài jīng). It resembles the light touch of a breeze on a bird’s feathers, appearing light and floating, like the movement of elm seeds (from Sù wèn), like wood floating on water (from … Read more

The Health Code Hidden on Your Tongue

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The Health Code Hidden on Your Tongue

The Secrets Hidden on the Tongue Observing Tongue Quality to Read Health Some time ago, I shared an overview of the main components of tongue diagnosis in TCM and how we, as practitioners, interpret it. I received a call from a friend, who is also in the medical field, suggesting that I organize and share … Read more

Tongue Diagnosis: 10 Tongue Qualities That May Indicate Illness

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Tongue Diagnosis: 10 Tongue Qualities That May Indicate Illness

The tongue not only allows you to taste the flavors of life but also serves as a mirror of health. Tongue diagnosis, as a unique and sophisticated diagnostic method, has been revered by practitioners for thousands of years. By observing subtle changes in various characteristics of the tongue, doctors can gain insights into the health … Read more

Understanding TCM Observation Diagnosis: A Skill Everyone Can Learn!

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Understanding TCM Observation Diagnosis: A Skill Everyone Can Learn!

1. Eyes 1. Symptoms around the eyes Swollen eyelids indicate reduced function of internal organs (kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, heart) leading to fluid retention in the body. Dark circles appear when the blood contains excessive waste, causing the area around the eyes to darken (kidneys). Wrinkles below the eyes are a sign of aging. Sunken eye … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis: Summary of Observation Techniques (3)

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis: Summary of Observation Techniques (3)

Follow ↑↑↑ us for more exciting content! Knowledge World Efforts and Rewards Local observation is a diagnostic method based on the overall observation, focusing on certain local areas of the patient according to the condition and diagnostic needs, to assess the disease. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the human body is an organic whole, … Read more

Understanding TCM Facial Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Guide

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Understanding TCM Facial Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Guide

Facial Diagnosis is a part of the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) developed over thousands of years, and is one of the four diagnostic methods in TCM: “Observation, Listening, Inquiry, and Palpation.” A healthy person’s face should be clean, with a rosy and lustrous complexion. Newborns typically have clean faces; however, as they grow … Read more

Reflections on Moxibustion: A Monthly Journal

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Reflections on Moxibustion: A Monthly Journal

The energy of the ocean should not be underestimated. Returning from the sea, I continue to work in a state of relaxed joy and self-awareness. Every day, I maintain a calm mind and read scriptures, understanding the functions of ai jiu (moxibustion) on a more subtle level. Yin qi (Yin energy), Yang qi (Yang energy), … Read more

How to Observe Tongue Coating to Reflect Your Health

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How to Observe Tongue Coating to Reflect Your Health

Many of you may have visited a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner, right? The TCM doctor first checks your pulse and then asks you to stick out your tongue for examination. Have you ever wondered why these TCM practitioners ask you to show your tongue? If you want to know more about this, read this … Read more