✦+ Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that essence (jing) is fundamental to the human body and is an essential substance for maintaining life activities. Men should follow the TCM principle of “nourishing essence for health” and focus on the cultivation of essence, qi, and spirit to achieve longevity. TCM has unique theories and methods for … Read more
TCM Book ClubIssue 3588One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitionersIIntroduction：Regarding the application of a single herb, we should abandon stereotypes and return to the fundamental applications for diseases. Moreover, we should understand the herb within different formulas. Only then can we grasp it more comprehensively. Is Shudi (Rehmannia glutinosa) limited to the six … Read more
Shudi Huang (熟地黄) is the fresh or dried tuber of the plant Rehmannia glutinosa, belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. Clinically, we generally encounter Sheng Di Huang (生地黄) and Shudi Huang, which have different properties, functions, and indications; thus, it is essential to distinguish between them when used. Today, we will introduce Shudi Huang and its … Read more
TCM Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Learning Clinical TCMThe herb Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa) is the processed root of the plant from the family Scrophulariaceae, known for its sweet taste and slightly warm nature. It is associated with the Liver and Kidney meridians and is effective in nourishing blood, enriching … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the four diagnostic methods are the foundation for syndrome differentiation and treatment. The so-called four diagnostics are observation, listening, inquiry, and palpation. Observation is the first and foremost, as “to know by looking is called spirit.” This means that a doctor can tell at a glance whether a person is … Read more
© Wu Wo Therapy Turning Inward Returning to Nature Since ancient times, many people have enjoyed TCM guiding techniques and meditation, aiming for health, disease prevention, longevity, and mental cultivation, or seeking spiritual powers and the Dao.People choose different times for meditation, with very few opting for the Yin Hour (寅时, 3:00-5:00 AM). The essential … Read more
The history of Daoist guiding techniques is very long, with records dating back over two thousand years. The “Su Wen: Blood and Qi Formations” states: “When the meridians are blocked, illness arises from lack of benevolence; treat it with massage and medicinal decoctions.” The guiding method for enhancing essence is a technique that promotes sexual … Read more
Currently, there are many articles discussing seasonal health maintenance, but I believe that if everyone follows the same health regimen during a season, there might be an issue. Today, I will discuss how individuals with Qi deficiency should nourish themselves in autumn. First, let’s take a look at what individuals with Qi deficiency are like. … Read more
Article by: Luo Dalun Illustrated by: Ba Sui Edited by: Yun Shao The weather has suddenly turned cool; I just saw the weather forecast indicating a new cold front is approaching Xinjiang, which may affect northern China in the coming days. As the weather gets colder, how should we nourish ourselves? There are many articles … Read more