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Heart Governs Blood, Spleen Controls Blood, Liver Stores Blood! When Blood is Deficient: Nourish the Heart, Strengthen the Spleen, Protect the Liver

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Heart Governs Blood, Spleen Controls Blood, Liver Stores Blood! When Blood is Deficient: Nourish the Heart, Strengthen the Spleen, Protect the Liver

It is well known that as people age, especially women, they often experience a darkening of the facial skin, losing its luster, sometimes appearing as if covered by a layer of yellow that cannot be washed away, even with the best skincare or beauty products. This condition is often referred to in literature as “yellow-faced … Read more

Discussion on the String Pulse and Tongue Coating in Liver and Gallbladder Diseases

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Discussion on the String Pulse and Tongue Coating in Liver and Gallbladder Diseases

String pulse is the main pulse for liver and gallbladder diseases. It is necessary to differentiate between normal pulse, pathological pulse, and main pulse. The presence of a string pulse does not automatically indicate liver disease; even in liver disease, the severity must be assessed. The characteristic of the string pulse is primarily its firmness … Read more

Distinguishing Between Yang Deficiency and Blood Deficiency with Pale Tongue

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Distinguishing Between Yang Deficiency and Blood Deficiency with Pale Tongue

When we observe a pale tongue, our first thought is often of coldness. However, there is a type of pale tongue that is caused by blood deficiency. How do we differentiate between these two tongue appearances? In my experience, the key is to examine the sides of the tongue, particularly the liver and gallbladder areas. … Read more

Understanding Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), blood deficiency (xue xu) refers to a series of symptoms resulting from insufficient blood, leading to inadequate nourishment of the organs and tissues. When blood is deficient, the vessels are empty, and the body lacks moisture and nourishment, resulting in pale complexion, pale lips, a pale tongue, and brittle nails, … Read more

Understanding Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Discussing Yin and Yang, the Five Elements, and the various diseases in the world. Understand and learn to establish a TCM mindset as we listen to Wendon discuss the “Huangdi Neijing”. Hello everyone! Today, we will talk about xue xu (血虚), or blood deficiency. As the name suggests, it refers to insufficient blood in the … Read more

The Distinction Between Blood Deficiency and Yin Deficiency: Do Not Confuse Them!

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The Distinction Between Blood Deficiency and Yin Deficiency: Do Not Confuse Them!

Dear friends, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), blood deficiency (xue xu) and yin deficiency (yin xu) are two distinct concepts, so do not confuse them!First, let’s talk about yin deficiency. A person with yin deficiency feels like a small furnace inside their body, with internal heat (neire re). They often experience heat in their palms … Read more

What Are the Differences Between Blood Deficiency and Yin Deficiency?

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What Are the Differences Between Blood Deficiency and Yin Deficiency?

What Are the Differences Between Blood Deficiency and Yin Deficiency? What is the distinction between Blood Deficiency (Xue Xu) and Yin Deficiency (Yin Xu)? Generally, people believe that blood belongs to Yin, so if there is Blood Deficiency, it is equivalent to Yin Deficiency. From a macro perspective, both blood and body fluids (Jin Ye) … Read more

Symptoms of Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Symptoms of Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Blood deficiency syndrome is a common condition in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), referring to insufficient blood in the body that fails to nourish the organs, meridians, and body, and cannot maintain normal mental activities. Here is a brief discussion on blood deficiency syndrome: 1. Common causes of blood deficiency: 1. Weak constitution: Chronic deficiency of … Read more

The Synergy of Medicine and Food: Bai Shao (White Peony) Overview

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The Synergy of Medicine and Food: Bai Shao (White Peony) Overview

Bai Shao (White Peony) The root of the plant Paeonia lactiflora Pall. from the family Paeoniaceae, primarily produced in Zhejiang, Anhui, and Sichuan provinces. First recorded in the “Bencao Jing Jizhu”. The “Shennong Bencao Jing” states: “It is used for abdominal pain caused by evil qi, stops pain, promotes urination, and benefits qi.” Properties: Bitter, … Read more

Daily Herb: Bai Shao (White Peony)

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Today, let’s talk about Bai Shao (White Peony). Bai Shao is considered one of the best herbs for nourishing women. It is said that women are like water, and Bai Shao, being gentle, can make women as tender as water. What are the magical effects of Bai Shao? Bai Shao can tonify, astringe, soften, alleviate, … Read more