Identification of Nine Body Types in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Health Guidance Phlegm-Dampness Constitution This constitution is characterized by a generally overweight body shape, with a soft and full abdomen. Individuals tend to have a mild temperament, are patient, but have poor adaptability to the rainy season and humid environments. Causes include genetics, long-term late … Read more
The Dual Role of Food and Medicine Poria (Fu Ling) In the treasure trove of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there exists a precious herb known as Poria (Fu Ling), revered as the “Divine Medicine of All Seasons.” It grows on the decayed roots of pine trees, which the ancients believed to symbolize health and longevity … Read more
Methods to Eliminate Dampness from the Body 1: Correct Exercise to Eliminate Dampness Spring is a season with much rain and humidity. Coupled with a lack of exercise, the internal and external dampness can hinder the spleen’s function, leading to poor circulation of qi and blood in the limbs, resulting in a series of health … Read more
Find like-minded friends here! Huang Lian (Coptis chinensis) is bitter and cold. It enters the Heart, Spleen, Stomach, Liver, Gallbladder, and Large Intestine meridians. The Compendium of Materia Medica records Huang Lian: “It clears the heart and eliminates evil blood, resolves overdoses of medications, and alleviates irritability and the toxicity of Ba Dou (Croton tiglium) … Read more
Damp-Heat Constitution 1. Definition A constitution type characterized primarily by the internal accumulation of damp-heat. 2. Characteristics of the Constitution （1）Physical Characteristics: The body tends to be overweight, generally characterized by substantial flesh, with both muscle and fat present. （2）Common Manifestations: Main Symptoms: The face is often greasy and dull, prone to acne and pimples, … Read more