The Nine Types of Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Their Determination Table Explained

The Nine Types of Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Their Determination Table Explained

Introduction The standard for “Classification and Determination of TCM Constitution” has been officially released. This standard is the first document in China to guide and regulate the research and application of TCM constitution, aiming to provide a basis for constitution identification and the prevention and treatment of diseases related to TCM constitution, as well as … Read more

Understanding Your Body Constitution: A Systematic Analysis of TCM Constitution Classification and Assessment

Understanding Your Body Constitution: A Systematic Analysis of TCM Constitution Classification and Assessment

1. Nine Types of Body Constitution Classification and Core Characteristics (Ordered by clinical identification priority) 1. Pinghe Zhi (平和质) – Harmonious Constitution (Gold Standard) – Physiological Characteristics: Well-proportioned body shape, rosy complexion, abundant energy, pale red tongue with thin white coating – Key Indicators: Regular bowel movements (daily morning routine), high sleep quality (deep sleep … Read more

Classification and Assessment Standards of TCM Constitution

Classification and Assessment Standards of TCM Constitution

Classification and Assessment Standards of TCM Constitution On April 9, 2009, the “Classification and Assessment of TCM Constitution” standard was officially released. This standard is the first document in China to guide and regulate the research and application of TCM constitution, aiming to provide a basis for the identification of constitution and the prevention and … Read more

Classification of Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Classification of Body Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click↑ Follow us in blue! Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) body constitution theory primarily determines the differences in individual constitutions within populations based on fundamental theories of TCM such as Yin-Yang, Five Elements, organs, essence, Qi, blood, and body fluids. The specific classification methods include Yin-Yang classification, Five Elements classification, organ classification, body shape classification (fat … Read more

Jingui Yaolue 6.4 | Treatment of Blood Bi and Xu Lao Disease with Pulse Diagnosis (Interior Deficiency)

Jingui Yaolue 6.4 | Treatment of Blood Bi and Xu Lao Disease with Pulse Diagnosis (Interior Deficiency)

【6.4 】 In men, a pale complexion indicates thirst and loss of blood, sudden shortness of breath and palpitations, with a floating pulse, indicating interior deficiency. —————————————————————————————————————————— 【Notes】 Interior deficiency is also a type of labor syndrome. 1. Pale complexion in men: This means that the person’s face appears very pale and cold. For example, … Read more

Ma Huang Fu Zi Decoction and Xing Zi Decoction in Jin Kui Yao Lue

Ma Huang Fu Zi Decoction and Xing Zi Decoction in Jin Kui Yao Lue

In cases of water-related illnesses, the pulse is deep and thin, belonging to the Shao Yin (Lesser Yin); a floating pulse indicates wind; a lack of water with distension indicates Qi deficiency; for water, inducing sweating is sufficient. For a deep pulse, Ma Huang Fu Zi Decoction is recommended; for a floating pulse, Xing Zi … Read more

The Classic Formula Known as ‘Huang Long’: Clearing Heat and Nourishing Qi

The Classic Formula Known as 'Huang Long': Clearing Heat and Nourishing Qi

Click the “blue text” below the title to follow me In the “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage), there are many formulas named after the four cardinal constellations, especially the eastern constellation of the dragon. The “Da Qing Long Tang” (Major Blue Dragon Decoction) can induce sweating and release the exterior while clearing internal … Read more

Combining Attack and Tonification to Cure Recurrent Oral Ulcers

Combining Attack and Tonification to Cure Recurrent Oral Ulcers

『Most Popular TCM Public Account』 『The Most Popular TCM Public Account』 Dedicated to the growth and inheritance of Traditional Chinese Medicine, especially folk TCM Accompanying TCM practitioners every day Issue 708 Author: Kao Xiliang Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital Editor / Zhao Xin ⊙ Proofreader / Duan Rui Long TCM Novel“The Unmatched … Read more

Deng Tietao: Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease with a Focus on Unblocking and Supplementing

Deng Tietao: Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease with a Focus on Unblocking and Supplementing

For bone diseases, use Hei Bai Tong (Black Atractylodes), and for skin diseases, use Huo Yang Oil! Although Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) does not have a specific term for coronary atherosclerotic heart disease (commonly known as coronary heart disease), this condition has long been objectively recognized. TCM literature describes various terms such as “Zhen Xin … Read more

Deng Tietao: Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease with a Focus on Unblocking and Supplementing

Deng Tietao: Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease with a Focus on Unblocking and Supplementing

Source: TCM Book Friends Association IIntroduction: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is pathologically characterized by a deficiency of righteous qi internally, with phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the heart. There are four key aspects to focus on in treatment, and Elder Deng often uses a modified Wen Dan Tang (Warm Gallbladder Decoction). I recall that Elder … Read more