Is Cupping Good? TCM and Western Medicine Warn: This Way of Cupping Could Shorten Your Life, Please Be Aware!

Is Cupping Good? TCM and Western Medicine Warn: This Way of Cupping Could Shorten Your Life, Please Be Aware!

Previous Selections In January, the elderly face 5 deadly “pits”; doing this can help avoid them. Eating Ganoderma (Lingzhi) and its spores, 20% of people may experience this. For uterine fibroids, follow the “5 don’ts” and “3 musts” to nourish the uterus. The source of all diseases has been found! A 95-year-old imperial physician teaches … Read more

Balancing Cupping Therapy: Aiding Recovery for Cerebrovascular Disease Patients

Balancing Cupping Therapy: Aiding Recovery for Cerebrovascular Disease Patients

In recent years, with the continuous promotion and innovation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapies, Balancing Cupping Therapy has gradually gained widespread attention as a safe and effective treatment method. Our hospital’s Department of Neurology actively responds to the call for the hospital’s TCM specialty technology of “inheriting the essence and innovating development” by being … Read more

The Efficacy, Uses, and Contraindications of Astragalus (Huang Qi)

The Efficacy, Uses, and Contraindications of Astragalus (Huang Qi) Astragalus (Huang Qi) is a common traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herb known for its mild warming properties and sweet taste. It is associated with the Spleen (Pi) and Lung (Fei) meridians and possesses various efficacies and functions, but there are also some contraindications and foods that … Read more

Supporting the Right Qi and Expelling Evil: Remarkable Effects of Moxibustion on Rare Diseases

Supporting the Right Qi and Expelling Evil: Remarkable Effects of Moxibustion on Rare Diseases

“Zheng qi cun nei, xie bu ke gan, xie zhi suo cou, qi bi xu” — Huangdi Neijing The human body is an organic whole, where the right qi (zheng qi) and evil qi (xie) interact, leading to a process of mutual reinforcement and weakening, ultimately resulting in one side prevailing over the other, akin … Read more

Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Through Classic Idioms: The Principle of ‘Supporting the Right and Expelling the Evil’

Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Through Classic Idioms: The Principle of 'Supporting the Right and Expelling the Evil'

Qian Xiaqi Department of Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine Attending Physician Specialization: Treatment of facial paralysis, neck and lower back pain, gastroenteritis, arthritis, etc. Exploring the profound knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) through classic idioms makes complex medical principles more accessible. With a rich history of over 5,000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine has cultivated a … Read more

Medicinal Value and Efficacy of Cinnamon

Medicinal Value and Efficacy of Cinnamon

Cinnamon, also known as Rou Gui (肉桂, Cinnamon), Guan Gui (官桂, Official Cinnamon), or Xiang Gui (香桂, Fragrant Cinnamon), refers to the bark of various trees in the Lauraceae family, including Tian Zhu Gui (天竺桂, Cinnamomum cassia), Yin Xiang (阴香, Cinnamomum burmannii), Xi Ye Xiang Gui (细叶香桂, Cinnamomum subavenium), and Chuan Gui (川桂, Cinnamomum verum). … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine’s Yang-Warming Therapy

Traditional Chinese Medicine's Yang-Warming Therapy

Winter Illness Treated in Summer – Du Jiu On July 29, Ms. Li, a local resident, arrived punctually at the Preventive Health Department of Xinyi City Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital. This marks her third consecutive year of receiving Du Jiu, making her a true “loyal supporter”. In the past, cold hands and feet were a … Read more

The Lesser-Known Benefits of Poria (Fu Ling) and Its Precautions

The Lesser-Known Benefits of Poria (Fu Ling) and Its Precautions

Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert shares health knowledge Click below to follow for free ↓↓↓ Those who often learn about TCM health preservation should have heard of Poria (Fu Ling). As the saying goes, “One tael of Poria is worth one tael of gold.” It has a long history in China, being very popular since the … Read more

The Mysteries of Fuling (Poria) Root

The Mysteries of Fuling (Poria) Root

Author: Chen Jiabao, He Xian Memorial Hospital, Panyu District, Guangzhou Editor: Su Qunfang, Sanjiao Hospital, Zhongshan City Fuling (Poria) As a well-known traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Fuling is also a common ingredient in many families’ daily soups. However, many people may mistakenly believe that Fuling is a type of plant root like other commonly used … Read more

The Efficacy and Uses of Fu Ling (Poria) – Contraindications and Consumption Methods

The Efficacy and Uses of Fu Ling (Poria) - Contraindications and Consumption Methods

Fu Ling (Poria) is a medicinal fungus that grows on the roots of wild pine trees, with its main active components being polysaccharides and triterpenes. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Fu Ling has been widely used for various therapeutic purposes since ancient times, possessing significant medicinal value. The efficacy and uses of Fu Ling are … Read more