3 methods to relieve liver qi stagnation 01. Massage the Shan Zhong (Central Palace) point When massaging the Shan Zhong point, if there is pain, nodules, or a cord-like feeling, it may indicate liver qi stagnation. Massage method: Use your thumb to press against the skin (preferably through a thin layer of clothing) and push … Read more
The liver is a very important organ in our body for detoxification and cleansing. When people frequently experience anger and depression, it can harm the liver. This leads to a condition known as liver qi stagnation, which is a term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Today, we will explore what liver qi stagnation is … Read more
Dr. Wu Bo (字礼文) – Former Deputy Director of Wuning County Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, currently a distinguished expert at the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University. Graduated from Hubei University of Technology (Medical School) and born into a family of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. His grandfather, Professor Wu Dexing, received a special allowance from … Read more
From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the liver plays a role in regulating the flow of Qi and stabilizing emotions. Maintaining a cheerful mood is beneficial for liver health. However, frequent feelings of depression and anxiety can lead to liver Qi stagnation, resulting in a series of pathological changes. What are the four … Read more
Spring brings life, summer fosters growth, autumn harvests, and winter stores; these are the rules of nature. The changing seasons and climate have different impacts on the human body. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes that individuals should follow the changes of nature, adjusting their spirit, diet, and daily activities to achieve health maintenance. 1. Key … Read more
Spring brings life, summer promotes growth, autumn harvests, and winter stores; these are the rules of nature. The changing seasons and climate have different effects on the human body. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes that individuals should follow the changes of the seasons, adjusting their spirit, diet, and daily activities to achieve health maintenance. 1. … Read more
Dietary therapy is a method that utilizes the properties of food to regulate bodily functions under the guidance of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theories, aiming to achieve health or prevent diseases. The foods used in dietary therapy are common in our daily lives, and through accurate combinations and careful preparation, they exert their natural effects. … Read more
Gao (pastes) are one of the eight traditional forms of Chinese medicine—pills, powders, pastes, pills, decoctions, wines, tinctures, and tablets. They can be taken internally or applied externally, with records of their medicinal use dating back to the Western Han Dynasty in the medical text “Wushi Er Bing Fang”. The term gao currently refers to … Read more
Click the blue words to follow us We know that there are nine basic constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Apart from the relatively healthy Pinghe Tizhi (平和体质, Harmonious Constitution), there are eight other types that fall into the so-called sub-healthy states (偏颇体质, Deviated Constitution). Why do some people pay great attention to health preservation … Read more
Liver:The liver opens to the eyes; individuals with poor liver and gallbladder health often experience dry, gritty, and dull eyes, with many even “rapidly blinking”. Its manifestation is seen in the nails; when the liver and gallbladder are healthy, the immune system is strong, and the nails tend to be smooth, shiny, and strong. Otherwise, … Read more