Understanding Phlegm-Dampness in Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Phlegm-Dampness in Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), phlegm-dampness is a pathological condition that arises in the human body. This article will clarify how phlegm-dampness forms, how to identify and analyze the strange diseases caused by it, and how to select appropriate treatments and herbal formulas. This article is worth keeping for reference. What is Phlegm-Dampness in … Read more

How to Eliminate Dampness and Phlegm in Individuals with Damp-Phlegm Constitution?

How to Eliminate Dampness and Phlegm in Individuals with Damp-Phlegm Constitution?

Many individuals have a damp-phlegm constitution, exhibiting various symptoms. The main manifestations include the following points, which you can refer to in order to see if you have a damp-phlegm constitution. Excessive facial oiliness, oily hair, pale yellow complexion, prone to acne, a sticky sensation in the mouth, chest tightness with phlegm, excessive sweating or … Read more

The Dangers of Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Traditional Wisdom on Phlegm and Disease

The Dangers of Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Traditional Wisdom on Phlegm and Disease

Before reading this article, please click the blue text above, and then click “Follow” so you can continue reading for free. The editor updates health knowledge daily, and everyone is welcome to comment! 1. What is Phlegm-Damp Constitution? The phlegm in phlegm-damp constitution is not the phlegm we usually think of, but refers to the … Read more

Phlegm-Dampness: Using the Right Acupuncture Points to Resolve Phlegm-Dampness Throughout the Body

Phlegm-Dampness: Using the Right Acupuncture Points to Resolve Phlegm-Dampness Throughout the Body

↑Click the card above to follow me↑ “ ▼ Every night at 9 PM we chat about Moxibustion | Wishing you a good night ” Question from a netizen: Teacher Feng Mingyu, I have a lot of phlegm in my body, what should I do? Upon waking, my throat feels sticky with yellow phlegm, and … Read more

Phlegm-Dampness Originating from the Spleen, Liver, Kidney, and Stored in the Lungs

Phlegm-Dampness Originating from the Spleen, Liver, Kidney, and Stored in the Lungs

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there is a saying that phlegm originates from the pí (spleen), comes from the gān (liver), is rooted in the shèn (kidney), and is stored in the fèi (lungs). Many people often have some phlegm in their throats; some cough up a lot, while others feel the need to clear … Read more

Resolving Phlegm-Dampness: Sun Simiao’s Formula for Improved Health

Resolving Phlegm-Dampness: Sun Simiao's Formula for Improved Health

Wen Dan Decoction foot baths have been recommended for a long time. Today, I will share two cases of regulating phlegm-dampness constitution, with different triggers but similar results. Often, having comparisons, distinctions, and references leads to deeper thinking, understanding the reasons behind phenomena, which helps one better understand their constitution and achieve more effective regulation.Case … Read more

Excess Phlegm in Autumn: TCM Insights on the Four Types of Phlegm and Effective Remedies

Excess Phlegm in Autumn: TCM Insights on the Four Types of Phlegm and Effective Remedies

Excess phlegm in autumn can lead to various ailments. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), phlegm can be categorized into four types, and targeted treatment is essential for eliminating phlegm and dampness. As autumn arrives, many people experience symptoms of cough and phlegm. TCM states that “all diseases arise from phlegm.” When phlegm accumulates in … Read more

Zhang Xichun’s Effective Formulas for Treating Phlegm-Dampness

Zhang Xichun's Effective Formulas for Treating Phlegm-Dampness

Editor’s Note Phlegm and fluid affect the human body, leading to dysfunction of the organs and various complex pathological changes, making the condition difficult to cure. Today, we present five self-formulated prescriptions by Zhang Xichun that have proven effective in treating phlegm-dampness. Li Yin Decoction Indications: This formula is used for conditions caused by deficiency … Read more

Phlegm: The Root of Many Illnesses! 40% of People Have a Phlegm-Damp Constitution, How to Regulate It?

Phlegm: The Root of Many Illnesses! 40% of People Have a Phlegm-Damp Constitution, How to Regulate It?

There was originally no path on the ground, but as more people walked, it became a path. There was originally no phlegm in the body; when body fluids accumulate, they become phlegm. In many people’s impressions, phlegm is merely the viscous substance coughed up, such as white phlegm, green phlegm, or frothy phlegm… it is … Read more

All Strange Illnesses Are Caused by Phlegm; This Article Explains Phlegm-Dampness Clearly!

All Strange Illnesses Are Caused by Phlegm; This Article Explains Phlegm-Dampness Clearly!

Due to the decline in the spleen’s ability to transform and transport water and dampness, or obstacles in the circulation and excretion of fluids within the body, water cannot properly nourish the body and instead forms an abnormal accumulation, becoming a pathological substance. This abnormal accumulation of water is referred to in Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more