1. Characteristics of Yin Deficiency Constitution The body tends to be thin, with a deficiency of Yin fluids, primarily characterized by symptoms of internal heat such as dry mouth, dry throat, and heat in the palms and soles. Common manifestations include heat in the palms and soles, flushed complexion, dry mouth and throat, insomnia, dry … Read more
Therapeutic Golden Phrase NO.119 To know life is to not harm life; this is called nurturing life. ——”Lüshi Chunqiu” For someone wanting to learn Qigong, the multitude of practices, each with different requirements for breathing, posture, etc., can often feel overwhelming. It is essential to establish a solid foundation and become familiar with the transitions … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) advocates for health preservation tailored to individuals, times, and places. The general principle is to harmonize yin and yang, align with nature, maintain a cautious lifestyle, regulate the organs, ensure smooth meridian flow, and nurture both body and spirit. The TCM philosophy of individualization is reflected in health preservation as “nurturing … Read more
The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a physical state characterized by the accumulation of phlegm and dampness in the body, leading to a tendency towards obesity and other manifestations such as heaviness and turbidity.This constitution is a normal physiological state, not pathological nor entirely healthy, placing individuals with a phlegm-damp constitution in a sub-healthy state between … Read more