1As one reaches middle age, it is common to find goji berries in thermos cups. This phrase captures the helplessness and exhaustion of many middle-aged individuals.It is said that as one enters middle age, life becomes a turning point, and the physiological maturity leads to increased silence. The decline in bodily functions makes one feel … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Learning Clinical TCM1As one reaches middle age, one inevitably finds goji berries in their thermos. This phrase captures the helplessness and inadequacy felt by many middle-aged individuals.It is said that as one enters middle age, life becomes shorter, marking a watershed moment. The … Read more
Homemade “Yin-Yang Harmonizing Ointment” to Maintain Vitality Beyond Middle Age Suitable for: Women with issues of cold uterus, low libido, or those who often stay up late. Method: 1. Take a spoonful of the homemade “Yin-Yang Harmonizing Ointment” twice a day. 2. Place a sachet of Sha Ren (Amomum fruit) by the bedside and inhale … Read more
Codonopsis (Dang Shen) is a commonly used traditional tonic herb in China. Historically, the best quality Codonopsis was produced in the Shangdang region of Shanxi, known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. Modern research indicates that Codonopsis enhances immunity, dilates blood vessels, lowers blood … Read more
The Yellow Emperor said: The Qiao pulse has Yin and Yang; which pulse should be counted? Qi Bo replied: Men count their Yang pulses, women count their Yin pulses; those that should be counted are the Jing (meridians), while those that should not be counted are the Luo (collaterals). Translation: The Yellow Emperor said: The … Read more
The five organs of the human body, namely the liver (Gan), heart (Xin), spleen (Pi), lungs (Fei), and kidneys (Shen), are collectively referred to as the “Five Zang”. The term “Zang” historically means to store. The primary physiological functions of the Five Zang are to transform and store essence (Jing), vital energy (Qi), blood (Xue), … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the spleen and stomach are responsible for the transformation and transportation of food and fluids, serving as the source of qi and blood production. When invaded by dampness, the absorption of food and fluids is obstructed, leading to insufficient yin blood and fluids, resulting in a condition known as … Read more