Spleen and stomach Yang deficiency refers to the weakened function of the spleen and stomach, leading to a cold internal environment in the body. What are the signs of Spleen and Stomach Yang deficiency? Let’s explore them in detail. 1. Cold Hands and Feet Individuals with Spleen and Stomach Yang deficiency often experience cold hands … Read more
If a person’s mental state often manifests as depression and anxiety, it can easily lead to symptoms of excessive liver fire and liver qi stagnation. Especially for individuals with introverted personalities, unstable mental states, and frequent insomnia with vivid dreams, this phenomenon is more likely to occur. Therefore, it is crucial for a person to … Read more
Dr. Wu Bo (字礼文) – Former Deputy Director of Wuning County Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, currently a distinguished expert at the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University. Graduated from Hubei University of Technology (Medical School) and born into a family of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. His grandfather, Professor Wu Dexing, received a special allowance from … Read more
‘Differentiation of Damp-Heat Syndrome’ Damp-heat syndrome begins with aversion to cold, followed by heat without cold, sweating, chest oppression, a white tongue, and thirst without desire to drink. (1) This is the outline of damp-heat syndrome. Damp-heat diseases mostly belong to the Yangming and Taiyin meridians. If the central qi is strong, the disease is … Read more
Recently, there has been a rise in flu cases, and individuals with weakened immune systems often exhibit cold symptoms during seasonal transitions. It seems that many people have been battling colds year after year since childhood. Recently, some friends have asked me, “I caught a cold, why hasn’t the cold medicine worked?” and “I’ve had … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the occurrence of a cold is attributed to the invasion of external pathogens, primarily wind. When there are abnormal climatic conditions, imbalances in temperature, or a deficiency in the body’s resistance, wind can wreak havoc. Mild colds are generally referred to as “wind colds.” In addition to wind, other external … Read more
Colds can be classified as either Wind-Cold or Wind-Heat. Only by distinguishing between them can we accurately identify the cause and treat accordingly. So how can we determine whether it is a Wind-Cold or Wind-Heat cold? Let’s take a look! What are the differences between Wind-Heat colds and Wind-Cold colds? Many people are confused about … Read more
Some people cannot distinguish whether they have a wind-cold or wind-heat cold. In this state of confusion, they may blindly use medication, which can lead to inappropriate treatment and delay recovery. Through this article, you will learn about the causes of wind-heat cold, the comparison of symptoms between wind-heat and wind-cold colds, and the herbal … Read more
Common Cold One of the most common diseases Understanding the Common Cold The common cold, commonly known as “wind cold” (shangfeng), is an external pathogenic disease caused by the invasion of wind evil or seasonal viruses, leading to dysfunction of the lung’s defensive Qi (wei qi), with main clinical manifestations including nasal congestion, runny nose, … Read more
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, refers to a common external pathogenic disease characterized by symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, cough, headache, chills, fever, and general malaise caused by the invasion of wind pathogens. It is also referred to as “common cold”. When it spreads widely and symptoms are severe, it is … Read more