Understanding Your TCM Constitution Type

Understanding Your TCM Constitution Type

The TCM constitution refers to the relatively stable characteristics formed during the life process of the human body, based on innate endowment and acquired traits, encompassing morphological structure, physiological function, and psychological state. It represents the individual characteristics of the human body that adapt to the natural and social environment during growth and development. There … Read more

Yu Ping: Nine Types of Constitutions in TCM and Their Unique Health Preservation Methods (Part 1)

Health is abundant, and peace is essential for wellness. I am Yu Ping, sharing genuine insights daily, hoping to inspire and warm you. This is my 788th article. 1. Balanced Constitution • Characteristics Hair is black and shiny; voice is loud and strong; body is well-proportioned, neither overweight nor underweight, with firm muscles; lips and … Read more

Understanding Your Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Your Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The constitution is an objective phenomenon of life, representing a relatively stable characteristic of an individual’s life process, manifested in aspects such as morphological structure, physiological functions, and psychological states based on innate endowment and acquired traits. In 2009, the Chinese Medicine Association published the “Classification and Determination of TCM Constitutions,” categorizing the TCM constitution … Read more

The Nine Major Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Which One Are You?

The Nine Major Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Which One Are You?

Different populations have varying constitutions due to differences in region, environment, and lifestyle. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), constitution refers to the relatively stable inherent characteristics of a person, which are formed based on innate endowment (inherited from parents) and acquired factors throughout life, encompassing physical structure, physiological functions, and psychological states. According to the … Read more

Understanding TCM Constitutions

Understanding TCM Constitutions

Click the “Public Account” above to subscribe! Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has its own methods for health maintenance, and it is essential to practice health preservation according to one’s TCM constitution. TCM categorizes human constitutions into nine types. Pinghe Constitution (Balanced Constitution) The Pinghe constitution, also known as the “Balanced Constitution,” is the most stable … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Constitution and Health Preservation (9 Types of Constitutions)

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Constitution and Health Preservation (9 Types of Constitutions)

1、Pinghe ConstitutionDefinition of Pinghe Constitution:The Pinghe constitution, also known as “Pinghe Zhi”, is the most stable and healthiest constitution! It generally arises from good congenital endowment and proper postnatal nurturing. The Pinghe constitution is characterized by a moderate physique, rosy complexion, abundant energy, and robust organ function, representing a harmonious state of health in Traditional … Read more

Understanding the Nine Types of TCM Constitutions

Understanding the Nine Types of TCM Constitutions

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) constitution identification is a method of classifying the human constitution based on TCM theory. It posits that an individual’s constitution is the result of both congenital inheritance and environmental factors, which together determine susceptibility to diseases and responsiveness to treatments. TCM categorizes constitution into nine types, each with its unique characteristics … Read more

Understanding TCM Body Constitutions and Health Preservation

Understanding TCM Body Constitutions and Health Preservation

The body constitution refers to the relatively stable inherent characteristics formed during a person’s life, based on both congenital endowment and acquired factors, encompassing aspects of morphology, physiological functions, and psychological states. Classification of body constitutions: Pinghe constitution (平和质), Qi deficiency constitution (气虚质), Yang deficiency constitution (阳虚质), Yin deficiency constitution (阴虚质), Phlegm-damp constitution (痰湿质), Damp-heat … Read more

Exploration of Salty and Cold Treatments for Thirst in the “Essentials from the Golden Chamber”

Exploration of Salty and Cold Treatments for Thirst in the "Essentials from the Golden Chamber"

Click the text above Follow us~ Editor’s Recommendation Thirst is closely related to the body’s fluids. Insufficient fluids or obstacles in fluid distribution can lead to thirst. The “Essentials from the Golden Chamber” offers many methods for treating thirst, among which salty and cold treatments are an important principle. This article explains the principles of … Read more

Balancing Yin and Yang for Kidney Health: TCM Approaches to Nourish the Kidneys Morning and Night

Balancing Yin and Yang for Kidney Health: TCM Approaches to Nourish the Kidneys Morning and Night

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that Yin and Yang are interdependent and complementary. The kidneys are responsible for storing essence, which is divided into Yin and Yang. Yang can transform into Yin, but the function of Yang relies on Kidney Yin. Therefore, they mutually depend on and support each other. For patients with chronic illnesses, … Read more