Identifying Deficiencies: Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Qi Deficiency, and Blood Deficiency

Identifying Deficiencies: Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Qi Deficiency, and Blood Deficiency

Yin Deficiency leads to heat, Yang Deficiency causes cold intolerance, Blood Deficiency results in dryness, and Qi Deficiency manifests as weakness. 1. Yin Deficiency — Avoid spicy and dry foods; beneficial foods include Ju Hua (Chrysanthemum) and Li (Pear).Symptoms: hot palms and soles, sweating, irritability, and sores on the tongue.2. Yang Deficiency — Avoid raw … Read more

What is Yin Deficiency?

What is Yin Deficiency?

What is Yin Deficiency? Yin Deficiency is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to a series of pathological changes and symptoms caused by insufficient Yin fluids, which fail to nourish and restrain Yang. Clinically, it can manifest as low fever, heat in the palms and soles, afternoon tidal fever, night sweats, dry … Read more

Distinguishing Between Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Qi Deficiency, and Blood Deficiency: How to Identify and Regulate?

Distinguishing Between Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Qi Deficiency, and Blood Deficiency: How to Identify and Regulate?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concepts of Yin Deficiency (Yin Xu), Yang Deficiency (Yang Xu), Qi Deficiency (Qi Xu), and Blood Deficiency (Xue Xu) are frequently discussed.Many people perceive these conditions as intangible and difficult to identify, making it challenging to discern where their deficiencies lie.So, where exactly are your deficiencies?Today, we will teach … Read more

Energy Diagram of Yin-Yang and Qi-Blood Imbalance and Treatment Methods

Energy Diagram of Yin-Yang and Qi-Blood Imbalance and Treatment Methods

The human body is a unity of Yin and Yang; only with a balance of Yin and Yang can the body be healthy; otherwise, the body will become ill.This article summarizes the conditions of Yin-Yang imbalance in the human body, understanding which may be beneficial for learning and understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).First: Diagram of … Read more

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

(This article is for learning and reference only and cannot replace medical advice and prescriptions. The combinations and formulas mentioned must be referenced and applied under the guidance of a TCM practitioner, and should not be attempted blindly!) Theoretical basis of this article: “Formulas and Prescriptions”, “Chinese Herbal Medicine” Hello, I am a TCM practitioner, … Read more

Understanding Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Overcoming Spring Fatigue

Understanding Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Overcoming Spring Fatigue

This issue discusses the “fatigue” of Phlegm-Damp constitution in spring. What is Phlegm-Damp Constitution? Phlegm-Damp constitution refers to a type of constitution characterized by dysfunction of the internal organs, leading to disordered circulation of Qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of dampness and phlegm. This type is often manifested by obesity, particularly … Read more

Identification and Regulation of Phlegm-Damp Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In the vast population, there are 9 types of constitutions: 1 balanced and 8 imbalanced.Health maintenance should be tailored to one’s constitution; otherwise, it may backfire and increase the burden on the body. ▲ Nine Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine In the previous issue, we learned about the identification and regulation of Yang Deficiency Constitution … Read more

Identifying TCM Constitutions: Phlegm-Dampness as the Root of Obesity!

Identifying TCM Constitutions: Phlegm-Dampness as the Root of Obesity!

In the treasure trove of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), constitution identification serves as a key that opens the door to a healthy life. TCM categorizes human constitutions into nine types: Pinghe (平和质, Harmonious Constitution), Qixu (气虚质, Qi Deficiency Constitution), Yangxu (阳虚质, Yang Deficiency Constitution), Yinxu (阴虚质, Yin Deficiency Constitution), Phlegm-Dampness (痰湿质), Damp-Heat (湿热质), Xueyu (血瘀质, … Read more

Common Symptoms and Treatment Methods for Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Qi Deficiency, and Blood Deficiency

Common Symptoms and Treatment Methods for Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency, Qi Deficiency, and Blood Deficiency

Body deficiency is generally divided into four types: 1. Qi Deficiency (Qi Xu) Constitution Manifestations: Mental fatigue, physical weakness, pale complexion, reduced appetite with abdominal distension, shortness of breath, reluctance to speak, wheezing, spontaneous sweating, pale tongue with thin white coating, weak pulse. Treatment method: Tonify Qi and strengthen the Spleen. Commonly used herbs: Huang … Read more

Understanding Your Body Constitution: Yang Deficiency or Yin Deficiency?

The human constitution is divided into nine types: Pinghe Zhi (Balanced Constitution), Yang Xu Zhi (Yang Deficiency Constitution), Yin Xu Zhi (Yin Deficiency Constitution), Qi Xu Zhi (Qi Deficiency Constitution), Tan Shi Zhi (Phlegm-Damp Constitution), Shi Re Zhi (Damp-Heat Constitution), Xue Yu Zhi (Blood Stasis Constitution), Te Bing Zhi (Special Constitution), Qi Yu Zhi (Qi … Read more