When mentioning phlegm, people often think of the tangible phlegm that is coughed up, but in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), “phlegm” also includes intangible phlegm that can spread throughout the body. TCM believes that “the spleen is the source of phlegm production.” As we enter the minor cold solar term, the weather becomes increasingly cold, … Read more
Article | Luo Dalun Illustration | Eight Years Editor | Yun Shao Many friends often think they are physically weak, and when they meet me, they ask: “Dr. Luo, we have some supplements at home, including ginseng, sea cucumber, cordyceps, and bird’s nest. Which one should I take for supplementation?” Now that autumn has arrived, … Read more
Medical Guidance: Professor Wu Huanlin, inheritor of the academic experience of Master TCM Physician Deng Tie Tao, and Director of the Cardiovascular Department at Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Article by/Guangzhou Daily reporters Ren Shanshan, He Xuehua, Li Heng, Li Jin Correspondent Song Liping Images by/Guangzhou Daily reporter Qiao Junwei “Eating three hundred … Read more
We often encounter customers who want to purchase medications to eliminate phlegm-damp. What products would you recommend to them? Most pharmacy staff would first think of recommending herbs like Fu Ling (Poria), Yi Yi Ren (Job’s Tears), and Chi Xiao Dou (Adzuki Bean) as herbal teas for dampness removal. But are these herbal teas really … Read more
▲ Professor Hao Wanshan, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor No matter how many strange and ugly methods exist, there is one ugly condition that exists calmly, called “Phlegm-Damp Ugly”. Having acne that can ooze pus is one such condition. Acne is actually the phlegm and turbid substances within the body, circulating … Read more
1. Nine Types of Body Constitution Classification and Core Characteristics (Ordered by clinical identification priority) 1. Pinghe Zhi (平和质) – Harmonious Constitution (Gold Standard) – Physiological Characteristics: Well-proportioned body shape, rosy complexion, abundant energy, pale red tongue with thin white coating – Key Indicators: Regular bowel movements (daily morning routine), high sleep quality (deep sleep … Read more
Classification of Human Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine The classification of human constitution in TCM includes Yin deficiency and Yang deficiency, Yin deficiency with Liver heat: Yang excess constitution, Yin deficiency constitution, Blood stasis constitution, Phlegm-damp constitution, and Qi stagnation constitution. First, it is essential to understand what type of constitution one belongs to, such … Read more
Yesterday, someone in the group mentioned being troubled by phlegm-dampness and seeking medical help without success. Today, I would like to discuss how we can determine if we have a phlegm-damp constitution. We can observe the following four dimensions comprehensively, in conjunction with modern lifestyle characteristics, for self-assessment: ⭐️1. Observe Body Shape: Excessive Qi and … Read more
“Do you gain weight just by drinking cold water? Are you exercising hard but not losing weight?” Perhaps you have been using the wrong method from the start! The classic TCM text, Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine), categorizes obesity into five major types. Blind dieting may lead to further deficiency! Today, … Read more
Source: TCM Book Friends Association IIntroduction: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is pathologically characterized by a deficiency of righteous qi internally, with phlegm and blood stasis obstructing the heart. There are four key aspects to focus on in treatment, and Elder Deng often uses a modified Wen Dan Tang (Warm Gallbladder Decoction). I recall that Elder … Read more