When it comes to phlegm-dampness, there is a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): “Stubborn phlegm causes strange diseases.” The evil of phlegm-dampness can travel throughout the body with our Qi (气) mechanism, reaching every corner. Another saying in TCM is: “All diseases are caused by phlegm.” Phlegm-dampness can move with the flow of Qi … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that “all diseases are caused by phlegm-dampness.” Modern medicine also indicates that phlegm-dampness is a significant factor in various diseases. Research has found that approximately 20.9% of hypertension, 19.4% of diabetes, and 11.7% of obesity are related to phlegm-dampness. (Proportion of diseases related to phlegm-dampness) Today, we will discuss why … Read more
During the process of treating patients, I have found that some people’s hands are truly cold.Not only are their hands cold, but their feet, knees, and thighs are also cold, and this coldness can even reach their buttocks and abdomen.In their own words, they feel as if they have just walked out of an ice … Read more
In our daily lives, we often hear people say that they have insufficient Yang energy or Yang deficiency. The first thing that comes to mind is usually a fear of cold. Today, I will discuss the other manifestations of Yang deficiency, its dangers, and how to regulate a Yang deficiency constitution. The Ming dynasty physician … Read more