1. Soft Speech, Often a Sign of Qi Deficiency The sound of speech originates from the “Qi” of the body impacting the vocal cords. According to the theory in the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), it is a type of “Zong Qi” that accumulates in the chest and emerges from the throat, which is … Read more
The concept of Qi Deficiency (气虚) is one of the nine constitutions outlined in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Individuals with this constitution often experience symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and a tendency to catch colds easily. This article explores the characteristics, causes, and TCM remedies for those with a Qi Deficiency constitution. In TCM, Qi … Read more
As people reach a certain age, they are more prone to Qi deficiency (气虚), and merely focusing on dietary adjustments without exercise can lead to further Qi deficiency. This condition makes individuals less active, exacerbating the symptoms of Qi deficiency and creating a vicious cycle. Symptoms of Qi Deficiency Qi deficiency does not refer to … Read more
（Image source from the internet） 【Definition】 A constitution characterized by insufficient vital energy (yuanqi), with weak breath and low functional status of the body and organs. 【Causes】 Innate weakness, lack of nourishment after birth, or qi deficiency after illness. For example, if family members are generally weak, or if parents were weak during pregnancy, or … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes “nourishing the deficient”, where the premise of nourishment is that one aspect of Qi, blood, Yin, or Yang is relatively weak. Without understanding one’s constitution, blindly engaging in health preservation and nourishment may instead burden and harm the body. For those who are unsure of their TCM constitution, you can … Read more
If you are not clear about your constitution type, please test your constitution first. Qi is an invisible energy that truly exists. Where there is Qi deficiency, there is insufficient energy, leading to functional inadequacies.1 1 7 Manifestations of Qi Deficiency Constitution 1. Individuals with lung Qi deficiency have insufficient lung function, resulting in a … Read more
01What is Qi Deficiency? Qi deficiency, as the name suggests, refers to a lack of Qi in the body. As the saying goes, “A person lives by a breath of Qi,” which is akin to the “engine” of the human body. When a person experiences Qi deficiency, the “engine” lacks power, leading to a weakening … Read more
Introduction The Qi deficiency constitution is characterized by insufficient vital energy (yuanqi), reduced organ function, and decreased resistance to disease. Individuals with a Qi deficiency constitution primarily exhibit symptoms such as fatigue, low energy, tendency to sweat, shortness of breath upon exertion, susceptibility to colds (especially in cold weather), poor appetite, digestive issues, loose stools, … Read more
Some individuals with a Qi deficiency constitution may experience weight gain due to the inability of Qi to transform and transport body fluids, leading to water retention and thus a tendency to be overweight. Others may be underweight because Qi deficiency prevents the delivery of nutrients throughout the body. Common symptoms of Qi deficiency include … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) states that when the righteous qi (zheng qi) is present, evil cannot invade. In the same environment, some people are prone to catching colds while others are not; similarly, when climbing stairs, some experience shortness of breath while others do not.TCM often discusses qi; what are the manifestations of those with … Read more