Since ancient times, “the five grains” have been an important part of people’s diets. The “Chinese Dietary Guidelines (2022)” also emphasize adhering to a diet primarily based on grains. Over 2000 years ago, the “Huangdi Neijing” proposed the dietary principle of “the five grains nourish, the five livestock benefit, the five fruits assist, and the … Read more
There are many different versions of the “Five Grains” (五谷), with the two most important being: one refers to rice (稻), millet (黍), broomcorn millet (稷), wheat (麦), and beans (菽); the other refers to hemp (大麻), foxtail millet (小米), common millet (小米), wheat (小麦), and corn (蜀黍). In modern terms, the Five Grains often … Read more
What is Cupping Therapy? Cupping therapy is a form of cupping therapy.Cupping therapy uses cups as tools, applying an appropriate amount of lubricant to the rim of the cup and the affected area. By using heat to expel air from the cup, a negative pressure is created, allowing it to adhere to the skin. The … Read more
Follow me for daily free access to exciting health articles! There are many methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating diseases, and moxibustion is one of them. Moxibustion has a long history and can treat common ailments, as well as prevent diseases and enhance resistance. 1 What does it mean if the skin itches … Read more
1. Fever Point —- Shan Zhong (Dazhui, Fei Yu) 2. Universal Point —- He Gu 3. Longevity Point —- Zu San Li 4. Qi Relief Point —- Tai Chong 5. Strong Stomach Point —- Zu San Li 6. Low Back Pain Point —- Fei Yang 7. Muscle Relaxation Point —- Yang Ling Quan, Yong Quan … Read more
There are numerous acupuncture points throughout the body, with over 360 acupoints alone. Generally, each acupoint corresponds to multiple diseases, and it is rare for a single acupoint to treat only one condition. However, there are many effective acupoints corresponding to a single disease. Today, we present to you a highly practical reference image of … Read more
The human body has 12 main meridians and 8 extraordinary vessels, with nearly 400 acupuncture points in total. Since there are too many points, we have selected 80 essential acupuncture points. Mastering these 80 points makes one a TCM expert. 1. Ren Zhong (Ren Zhong Point) is a life-saving point. Ren Zhong is an important … Read more
Welcome to follow Zudao Ying If you enjoy a vegetarian lifestyle, do you know which vegetarian foods are harmonious or incompatible? Vegetarianism is becoming increasingly popular in today’s society, and more people are choosing a vegetarian lifestyle. So, if you enjoy vegetarian living, do you know which vegetarian foods are harmonious or incompatible? We … Read more
“Hunyuan Yiqigong” is a practice that originated from the Nanjing National Martial Arts Institute during the Republic of China period. It can be regarded as the treasure of the National Martial Arts Institute. “Hunyuan Yiqigong” involves simple and natural breathing techniques, where one does not hold their breath or exert force during practice. The movements … Read more
The effects and benefits of cupping therapy, as well as its contraindications, indicate that cupping can help the body expel wind, cold, and dampness. Especially in summer, cupping is a method that uses cups as tools to promote the flow of qi and blood. Cupping on the Dazhui (大椎) point can treat febrile diseases. … Read more