6 Types of Qi-Boosting Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulas for Post-Illness Qi Deficiency, Fatigue, Spleen Strengthening, and Lung Nourishment

6 Types of Qi-Boosting Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulas for Post-Illness Qi Deficiency, Fatigue, Spleen Strengthening, and Lung Nourishment

Qi deficiency primarily refers to the deficiency of Qi in the spleen and lungs, characterized by symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, breathlessness upon exertion, low voice, pale complexion, poor appetite, pale tongue with white coating, and weak or large pulse. The main herbs used for this condition include Ren Shen (Ginseng), Dang Shen … Read more

The Most Commonly Used Qi-Boosting Herb: Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula)

The Most Commonly Used Qi-Boosting Herb: Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula)

The reason why Dang Shen (党参) is called Dang Shen is that it was primarily produced in the Shangdang region of Shanxi (now the Changzhi area of Shanxi). Its root resembles ginseng, hence the name. Dang Shen is known for its excellent ability to tonify Qi, especially effective in tonifying the Spleen Qi and Lung … Read more

Internal Injuries Manifesting as Cold-Like Symptoms in High Temperatures

Internal Injuries Manifesting as Cold-Like Symptoms in High Temperatures

Internal Injuries Manifesting as Cold-Like Symptoms in High Temperatures With continuous rain followed by high temperatures, many people feel as if they have a cold; however, most cases are not actually colds but rather internal injuries that cause discomfort due to the body’s inability to adapt to weather changes. Here are several cases of cold-like … Read more

Health Preservation Techniques for Different Ages

Health Preservation Techniques for Different Ages

Everyone desires longevity, and many are enthusiastic about health preservation. In fact, rather than relying on flashy health techniques, learning to do the right things at the appropriate age is the best form of health care! 10 Years Old – Energetic and Lively According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), children around the age of 10 … Read more

The Impact of Emotional Disturbances on Our Physical Health in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Impact of Emotional Disturbances on Our Physical Health in Traditional Chinese Medicine

▲ClicktofollowtheofficialWeChatoftheMinistryofPublicSecurity As the pressures of life and work continue to increase, we are gradually paying more attention to our mental health, especially as issues like depression and anxiety have become common problems. So, how does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) view this issue? TCM often refers to the “Seven Emotions” (七情, qī qíng), which typically include … Read more

The Voices of Your Five Organs: Different Sounds Indicate Organ Issues, TCM Experts Teach You to Diagnose by Sound

The Voices of Your Five Organs: Different Sounds Indicate Organ Issues, TCM Experts Teach You to Diagnose by Sound

We often say that sound expresses emotions, and emotions arise from the body. A skilled doctor can discern which organ is problematic just by listening to a person’s voice. 1. The Five Organs Can Speak For example, the “Five Sounds”. If a person has liver qi deficiency, they may shout loudly, as “the sound of … Read more

Understanding Chen Mai (沉脉) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Chen Mai (沉脉) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click the blue text to follow Dr. Zhao The Twenty-Eight Pulses of CHEN MAI 沉脉 “Insufficient when lifted, excessive when pressed” Like sand wrapped in cotton, soft on the outside but firm on the inside Chen Mai (沉脉) is felt with a heavy hand pressing down to the bones. Chen (沉) is the opposite of … Read more

Tongue Diagnosis and the Lungs (Animated Version)

Tongue Diagnosis and the Lungs (Animated Version)

Remarkable Tongue Diagnosis Remarkable Tongue Diagnosis Lungs reside within the thoracic cavity, positioned at the highest point, akin to the sky. As the saying goes: “It is cold at high altitudes.” Therefore, the lungs are delicate organs, much like infants, with tender viscera that are easily invaded by external pathogens, exhibiting variable emotions, akin to … Read more

Treatment of Qi Deficiency: Heart Qi, Lung Qi, Spleen Qi, Kidney Qi, Qi Sinking, Qi Reversal, Qi Stagnation, and Qi Collapse

Treatment of Qi Deficiency: Heart Qi, Lung Qi, Spleen Qi, Kidney Qi, Qi Sinking, Qi Reversal, Qi Stagnation, and Qi Collapse

Qi Deficiency – The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) has long pointed out: “All diseases arise from Qi,” meaning that many diseases are related to the movement of Qi in the body. Therefore, to maintain health, it is essential to focus on Qi replenishment. Qi replenishment methods are suitable for those with Qi deficiency; … Read more

Feeling Short of Breath? Deep Breathing Might Indicate Qi Deficiency!

Feeling Short of Breath? Deep Breathing Might Indicate Qi Deficiency!

“The Suwen (Plain Questions) states: ‘Human beings are born from the Qi of Heaven and Earth.’ ‘When Heaven and Earth combine their Qi, it is called a person.’ Humans are born from the Qi of Heaven and Earth.” Qi deficiency is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to a lack of strength, … Read more