Follow me for daily updates! 1. Fever: Massage the Xiaodu (located at the back of the hand between the fourth and fifth fingers, 0.5 inches above the gap). Press continuously for 1-2 minutes. 2. Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Toothache, Facial Nerve Paralysis, and Facial Palsy (caused by excessive liver fire): Symptoms: Usually accompanied by hypertension, emotional … Read more
Introduction We have selected 80 essential acupuncture points; mastering these 80 points makes you a TCM expert. The body has 12 meridians and 8 extraordinary vessels, with nearly 400 acupuncture points in total. There are too many points, so we have selected 80 essential acupuncture points; mastering these 80 points makes you a TCM expert.1. … Read more
1. Life-Saving Point – Ren Zhong (Philtrum) Ren Zhong is an important emergency acupoint. Pressing this point with your finger can be used in emergencies such as heatstroke or fainting. 2. Kidney Supplement Point – Tai Xi (Tai Xi) People who often experience heel pain may have weak kidneys. Massaging or moxibusting Tai Xi can … Read more
1. Changqiang (长强) — Care for Changqiang to prevent hemorrhoids2. Yaoyangguan (腰阳关) — An effective point to relieve cold pain in the lower back3. Mingmen (命门) — A yang-tonifying point for treating cold hands and feet and frequent nighttime urination4. Zhiyang (至阳) — A heart-calming point to relieve palpitations and chest tightness5. Lingtai (灵台) — … Read more
Those with a basic understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) know that generally, Yin deficiency leads to internal heat, while Yang deficiency results in phlegm-dampness. However, it is important to note that Yin deficiency can also produce phlegm-dampness, and this is not uncommon. TCM posits that phlegm-dampness is primarily caused by metabolic disorders of body … Read more
Characteristics of Phlegm-Damp Constitution The physical characteristics of phlegm-damp constitution include: a plump body shape, a soft and full abdomen. Common manifestations include: excessive facial oiliness, profuse and sticky sweating, chest tightness, excessive phlegm, a sticky or sweet mouth, a preference for rich, sweet, and sticky foods, a greasy tongue coating, and a slippery pulse. … Read more
The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the functions of the internal organs are disordered, leading to the dysfunction of qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and dampness, which transforms into phlegm and manifests as phlegm-dampness within the body. This condition is often characterized by obesity, fullness in the … Read more
The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) posits that Qi and blood are one entity. Previously, we discussed the implications of Qi deficiency. Today, we will talk about blood deficiency—specifically, blood stasis. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that blood is transformed from Qi, and when Qi and blood are obstructed, it can coagulate into spots, … Read more
1. The main symptom is abdominal distension, which primarily manifests as gastric and abdominal bloating, a common occurrence in daily life. When tapped, it produces a drum-like sound. In internal medicine, this is referred to as pi man (distention syndrome) or pi zheng (spleen syndrome). There is a lack of appetite, and consuming soy products … Read more
The liver is a very important organ in our body responsible for detoxification. When people frequently experience anger and depression, it can harm the liver. This leads to a condition known as gan yu qi zhi (肝郁气滞), which is a term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Today, we will explore what gan yu qi … Read more