Understanding Qi Deficiency and Qi Stagnation Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Qi Deficiency and Qi Stagnation Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Constitution accompanies us throughout our lives, influencing our work and daily activities. Correctly understanding our constitution can significantly enhance our quality of life. Currently, there are nine types of constitutions classified, with eight being imbalanced and one being harmonious. Among these, Qi Deficiency constitution ranks first among the eight imbalanced types, accounting for approximately 13% … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Constitution and Health Preservation (9 Types of Constitutions)

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Constitution and Health Preservation (9 Types of Constitutions)

1、Pinghe ConstitutionDefinition of Pinghe Constitution:The Pinghe constitution, also known as “Pinghe Zhi”, is the most stable and healthiest constitution! It generally arises from good congenital endowment and proper postnatal nurturing. The Pinghe constitution is characterized by a moderate physique, rosy complexion, abundant energy, and robust organ function, representing a harmonious state of health in Traditional … Read more

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Treating Coronary Heart Disease and Angina

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Treating Coronary Heart Disease and Angina

Coronary heart disease can be considered one of the “top killers” of health, with a high incidence and dangerous progression. Western medicine categorizes coronary heart disease into five types: angina pectoris, arrhythmia, heart failure, myocardial infarction, and cardiac arrest, which correspond to the TCM diagnoses of chest obstruction pain (胸痹心痛), chest obstruction palpitations (胸痹心悸), chest … Read more

Zhang Litiao: Soothe the Liver and Relieve Depression, Harmonize the Stomach and Descend Rebellious Qi – A Case Study of Atrophic Gastritis

Zhang Litiao: Soothe the Liver and Relieve Depression, Harmonize the Stomach and Descend Rebellious Qi - A Case Study of Atrophic Gastritis

A case of atrophic gastritisMale, 60 years oldAtrophic gastritis, presenting with abdominal distension, belching, acid reflux, poor appetite, and fatigue. Gastroscopy: bile reflux esophagitis, atrophic gastritis, erosion, intestinal metaplasia. After seeing renowned TCM masters and experts for several years, the condition worsened.After 24 years of treatment, significant improvement was noted. In November, I went out … Read more

Case Study: Luo Yongjia on Insomnia and the Harmonization of Yin and Yang

Case Study: Luo Yongjia on Insomnia and the Harmonization of Yin and Yang

▲ Luo Yongjia, born in 1938, is from Nanhai County, Guangdong Province (now Nanhai, Foshan). He is a renowned TCM physician in Guangdong Province, the chief physician at the Guangzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, former director of the hospital, deputy director of the Guangzhou Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Pharmacy, professor at Guangzhou University … Read more

Master Sun Guangrong’s Sun’s Formula for Strengthening the Body and Expelling Pathogens: Zhonghe Decoction

Master Sun Guangrong's Sun's Formula for Strengthening the Body and Expelling Pathogens: Zhonghe Decoction

Sun Guangrong, a distinguished TCM master and clinical practitioner, is known for his contributions to TCM literature and culture, and is one of the founders of modern distance education in TCM. He established the “Zhonghe Thought, Zhonghe Differentiation, Zhonghe Formulation,” which is praised by his disciples and patients as the Zhonghe School of Medicine. He … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) with 24 Treatment Principles

Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) with 24 Treatment Principles

TCM Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Clinical TCM LearningIntroduction: Mr. Tao Yufeng has compiled 24 clinical treatment principles for Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) based on ancient texts, the experiences of historical physicians, and his own clinical insights, which are worth learning and collecting. 1 Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) promotes sweating and is more … Read more

Dan Shen – Understanding a Medicinal Herb Every Day

Dan Shen - Understanding a Medicinal Herb Every Day

Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), as an important member of traditional Chinese medicine, is renowned for its ability to invigorate blood circulation and resolve blood stasis, as well as cool the blood and reduce swelling. It is widely used for the regulation and health care of the cardiovascular system, particularly suitable for symptoms caused by Qi … Read more

Daily Herb: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Daily Herb: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Chuanxiong is the rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong, which is cultivated artificially. It is harvested in May, cleaned of soil, sun-dried, and then the fibrous roots are removed. It is used either sliced raw or stir-fried with wine. The texture is firm, with small yellow oil spots scattered throughout. It has … Read more

Pharmaceutical Science│ The Blood-Invigorating and Qi-Activating Properties of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Pharmaceutical Science│ The Blood-Invigorating and Qi-Activating Properties of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Click the blue text to follow us chuanxiong Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Chuanxiong, also known as Shan Ju Qiong, thrives in a temperate climate with abundant rainfall and sufficient sunlight, and is primarily produced in Sichuan, with cultivation also found in Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi. Chuanxiong is a perennial herb, growing to a height of 40-60 … Read more