Recently, Ms. Li has been feeling very down. Why is that? Due to work-related stress, she has been quite anxious lately, and on top of that, she has been having trouble sleeping at night. Her abdomen feels constantly bloated, and she has no appetite. During a recent health check-up, she even discovered a nodule issue, … Read more
When it comes to phlegm, people might immediately think of the sticky substance that clogs the throat when coughing, or the saliva we spit out. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), phlegm is divided into two types—”visible phlegm” and “invisible phlegm.” “Visible phlegm” primarily exists in the lungs, which is the mucus secreted by the lungs … Read more
When it comes to phlegm-dampness, there is a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): “Stubborn phlegm causes strange diseases.” The evil of phlegm-dampness can travel throughout the body with our Qi (气) mechanism, reaching every corner. Another saying in TCM is: “All diseases are caused by phlegm.” Phlegm-dampness can move with the flow of Qi … Read more
Individuals with a phlegm-damp constitution exhibit 10 symptoms and have 5 methods for improvement! First, let’s discuss the 10 symptoms of phlegm-damp constitution 1. Dizziness, headache, and a feeling of heaviness in the head. 2. Nausea or vomiting of phlegm and saliva, or a gurgling sound in the gastrointestinal tract, or a sticky, greasy, dry … Read more
Phlegm-Damp Constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of Qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of dampness and phlegm. This condition is often characterized by obesity, fullness in the abdomen, chest tightness, excessive phlegm, easy fatigue, a heavy sensation in … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that “all diseases are caused by phlegm-dampness.” Modern medicine also indicates that phlegm-dampness is a significant factor in various diseases. Research has found that approximately 20.9% of hypertension, 19.4% of diabetes, and 11.7% of obesity are related to phlegm-dampness. (Proportion of diseases related to phlegm-dampness) Today, we will discuss why … Read more
In the previous days, we discussed the deficiency syndromes, which refer to the lack of necessary elements in the body. In the coming days, we will talk about five types of excess syndromes. What is phlegm-dampness? It is the excessive accumulation of moisture in the body that cannot be transformed, resulting in a thick substance … Read more
We can distinguish different types of phlegm-dampness based on various tongue appearances and clinical symptoms, and apply different formulas for treatment. 1. Spleen Qi Deficiency with Dampness. The tongue appearance of these patients shows: the edges of the tongue are marked with teeth indentations, and the tongue surface is white and slippery. This indicates that … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), phlegm-dampness (痰湿) refers to a viscous substance formed due to abnormal water metabolism in the body, which can exist in various parts of the body, such as the lungs, spleen, and stomach. Individuals with a phlegm-damp constitution often exhibit symptoms such as a heavy, sticky body, fatigue, and poor appetite. … Read more
Phlegm-dampness is a pathological condition that refers to a symptom of a person’s constitution. It is also known as a cold and damp constitution, often caused by improper diet or illness. Here, “phlegm” does not merely refer to the common understanding of phlegm, but rather to the abnormal accumulation of body fluids, which is a … Read more