Obesity is a problem that troubles a significant portion of the population today, especially among women. Previously, we discussed acupuncture methods for weight loss, but many people report that it takes courage to endure needles. Moreover, there are many methods available for weight loss, and acupuncture is not the only option. Today, we will discuss … Read more
Tongue Appearance 1: Thick White CoatingIf the tongue coating is thick and white, it indicates a significant presence of phlegm-dampness in the body.A white tongue coating suggests the presence of cold in the body, whether from consuming cold foods or exposure to cold environments. Nowadays, many people have a white coating due to eating refrigerated … Read more
Normal tongue coating: pale red tongue with thin white coating. The tongue coating during a cold is also white, but slightly whiter than normal. Cold-dampness due to internal injury also presents with a white coating, but the white coating from internal injury is thicker. The following images show the tongue coating during a cold, which … Read more
Theoretical basis of this article: “Medical Records of Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine” Dear readers, today I want to discuss a condition that many modern people are troubled by: phlegm-dampness. Where does phlegm-dampness come from? Today, I would like to share a remarkable recipe from the Republic era and explore this issue with you. This … Read more
Cold dampness, damp-heat, and phlegm-damp all involve dampness; how can we differentiate between them? First, let’s discuss cold dampness. The tongue manifestation of cold dampness: the tongue is enlarged, pale with a white greasy coating, and has teeth marks on the edges. This tongue appearance is typical of cold dampness. The pulse is generally slippery … Read more
Many people experience a lingering sense of drowsiness during the transition to spring, which can be aptly described as “spring fatigue.” This phenomenon is influenced not only by seasonal climate changes but also significantly by the presence of phlegm-dampness in the body. The “phlegm-damp constitution” is one of the nine major constitutions in Traditional Chinese … Read more
Obesity has become one of the serious diseases threatening human health. Recently, the World Health Organization pointed out that obesity is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic diseases. Data shows that since 1980, the global obesity rate has more than doubled, and by 2014, there were 1.9 billion … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us. Everyone has probably heard the saying, “Overweight people have more phlegm-dampness.” So what exactly is this “phlegm-dampness”? How should it be adjusted? Phlegm-Damp Constitution The phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of qi, … Read more
Today, I would like to share an ancient formula known as the “First Formula for Eliminating Phlegm and Dampness,” which sweeps away all phlegm and dampness from the body, helping you stay away from three highs, obesity, and insomnia. Let’s take a closer look! Commonly referred to as the “three highs,” these include high blood … Read more
As the saying goes, “Many diseases are caused by phlegm,” and “phlegm” is a very undesirable substance, closely related to many diseases. Many modern individuals have a phlegm-damp constitution, but it is important to note that the concept of “phlegm” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) differs from the phlegm we commonly expect to cough up. … Read more