The Philosophy and Practice of Health Preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Philosophy and Practice of Health Preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Health preservation, also known as health maintenance or Daoist health cultivation, refers to the methods and philosophies aimed at protecting and enhancing life. It encompasses all practices beneficial to physical and mental health, such as diet, exercise, breathing, and emotional regulation. During the Pre-Qin period, three academic schools focused on health preservation: the health preservers, … Read more

The Application of Five Elements Health Preservation in Daily Life

The Application of Five Elements Health Preservation in Daily Life

In traditional Chinese culture, the theory of the Five Elements (Wu Xing) is an important philosophical concept that posits that all things in the universe are composed of five basic elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water, which are interrelated and mutually restraining. This theory not only permeates TCM and Feng Shui but also plays … Read more