The common cold can be generally divided into two types: the ordinary cold and the influenza. The ordinary cold, commonly known as “shangfeng” (伤风), is a common respiratory illness caused by various viruses, characterized as a mild viral infection of the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). Its main symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, and … Read more
Since ancient times, “the five grains” have been an important part of people’s diets. The “Chinese Dietary Guidelines (2022)” also emphasize adhering to a diet primarily based on grains. Over 2000 years ago, the “Huangdi Neijing” proposed the dietary principle of “the five grains nourish, the five livestock benefit, the five fruits assist, and the … Read more
Medicinal dishes are delicious foods guided by the integration of medicine, culinary arts, and nutrition theory, where medicinal ingredients and food materials are strictly matched according to formula ratios. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes “preventing illness before it occurs”; a good medicinal dish not only promotes health and prevents disease but also enhances appetite and leaves … Read more
Symptoms The main characteristics include nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, cough, headache, chills, fever, general discomfort, and a floating pulse. Causes Colds are the most common illness in daily life, caused by cold viruses. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that colds are caused by the invasion of wind pathogens or seasonal viruses. 1. Retained Cupping … Read more
Recently, there has been an increase in patients coming to my clinic for cupping therapy (zǒu guàn), which not only brings physical and mental comfort but can also become somewhat addictive. Naturally, patients have been inquiring about the precautions for cupping therapy. Although the effects are significant, it is not suitable for everyone. Cupping therapy … Read more
Very practical pediatric tuina acupoints and techniques Note: The following content is described using the left hand as an example. 1. Tian He Shui (Heavenly River Water) Location: On the palmar side of the forearm, in a straight line from the midpoint of the wrist crease to the midpoint of the elbow crease. Function: Clears … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Before reading, please click the blue text above “Huangdi Neijing Health Institute” and then click “Follow” so you can receive the highest quality articles, completely free of charge. Please feel free to follow. 1. General Cold Treatment ①平肝 (Ping Gan) for 10 minutes From the base of the child’s index finger … Read more
Follow me for daily free access to exciting health articles! There are many methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating diseases, and moxibustion is one of them. Moxibustion has a long history and can treat common ailments, as well as prevent diseases and enhance resistance. 1 What does it mean if the skin itches … Read more
1. Nourish the spleen and stomach, and ensure good eating habits (consume warm drinks and foods, eat more foods that grow in the soil, avoid overeating, and focus on seasonal and locally grown foods), ensure good sleep (sleep by 11 PM to nourish qi and blood, preventing depletion of the spleen and stomach), and maintain … Read more
Fire Needle Therapy is a form of acupuncture treatment that uses a specially designed needle, heated until red hot, and then inserted into specific acupuncture points (腧穴, shùxué) or affected areas of the body using certain techniques. As a unique method within acupuncture, fire needle therapy has the effects of warming the meridians (经络, jīngluò), … Read more