In recent years, many people have become increasingly concerned about their health, particularly regarding specific constitutions and wellness. Below, we introduce the symptoms and management methods for Kidney Yang Deficiency (Shen Yang Xu) for your understanding. Symptoms of Kidney Yang Deficiency Dark and pale complexion Kidney Yang Deficiency often affects the spleen, stomach, and kidneys, … Read more
Follow Teacher Mu’s video account, where Mu interacts and answers questions in the live stream. Long press the image above to follow Teacher Mu’s video account↑↑↑ To regulate your constitution, you must first understand the following three points:First: The tendency of the constitution is a common major reason for the recurrence of stubborn diseases, and … Read more
Blood stasis (xue yu) is a syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It refers to the stagnation of blood flow. The blood stasis syndrome can be seen in many diseases. Whenever the blood that deviates from its normal path cannot dissipate in time, or when blood flow is obstructed and accumulates in the meridians or … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), individuals with a weak constitution can be categorized into Yin deficiency and Yang deficiency. What is Yang deficiency? What are its symptoms? Yang deficiency refers to the deficiency of Yang Qi in the human body. This is a pathological manifestation caused by the decline and weakening of bodily functions, leading … Read more
Zhang Zhongjing was not only a great clinical physician but also a health preservation expert deeply influenced by the principles of the Neijing. Under the theoretical guidance of preserving vital energy and preventing diseases, he utilized methods such as herbal therapy, dietary therapy, physical therapy, and acupuncture to strengthen the body and expel pathogens, promoting … Read more
The methods of nurturing one’s constitution mainly include dietary therapy, herbal medicine, mental well-being, and natural health practices. Today, we will focus on the health maintenance methods for those with a Yin deficiency constitution. A Yin deficiency constitution refers to a state characterized by a deficiency of the Yin fluids that nourish the body, primarily … Read more
Recently, I was hospitalized due to illness and experienced significant discomfort. The doctor was concerned that the pain would affect my sleep, so they instructed the nurse to apply a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herbal paste to my Yongquan (Kidney 1) point to help me sleep. So, where is the Yongquan point located? Location of … Read more
Honghua (Safflower) Encyclopedia 【Source】Honghua refers to the dried flowers of the plant from the Asteraceae family. 【Taste and Properties and Meridian Affinity】Spicy, warm. Enters the Heart and Liver meridians. 【Characteristics】This herb is spicy, dispersing, and warming, benefiting the Heart and Liver meridians. It can invigorate blood circulation and unblock meridians, dispel blood stasis, alleviate pain, … Read more
The Efficacy, Nutritional Value, and Precautions of Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong) Chuanxiong, also known as Xiongwu, Chuanxiong Yao, Xi Xiong, Da Chuanxiong, Da Xiong, Fragrant Fruit, Medicinal Celery, Xi Fu Xiong, Xi Ju Qiong, and Chuan Fu Xiong, is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation and promote qi flow, dispel wind, and alleviate pain. … Read more
If people suppress their emotions too much, it can lead to gan yu (liver qi stagnation), which in turn affects deeper health. We know that there are many causes of tumors, and emotional factors are one of them. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) states that “all diseases arise from qi.” Conditions such as thyroid nodules, breast … Read more