Decoding the ‘Hua Mai’ in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Decoding the 'Hua Mai' in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Hua Mai (滑脉), or “slippery pulse,” is one of the pulse patterns in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pulse diagnosis. It refers to a pulse that feels smooth and flowing, resembling pearls rolling on a jade plate. When three fingers are placed on the patient’s cun (寸), guan (关), and chi (尺) positions, the pulse beats … Read more

Analyzing Tongue Diagnosis: A Simple Approach to Understanding TCM

Analyzing Tongue Diagnosis: A Simple Approach to Understanding TCM

1. Light Purple TongueTongue Quality: Light purple, light white; Shape: Slightly tender, few petechiae, mild tooth marks. Tongue Coating: Thin, moist; Coating Color: White. 【Clinical Significance】Caused by Yang deficiency, Qi deficiency, or Qi stagnation leading to Qi and Blood Stagnation. 2. Flaccid TongueTongue Quality: Light white; Shape: Tender, tooth marks; State: Flaccid. Tongue Coating: Thin, … Read more

Essence of TCM Diagnosis – Observation of the Throat

Essence of TCM Diagnosis - Observation of the Throat

Observation of the throat refers to the examination of the color, shape, and secretions of the throat area, which helps to understand local conditions as well as diseases related to the lungs, stomach, and other associated organs. The throat is located at the lower part of the oral cavity, at the upper end of the … Read more

How to Adjust Phlegm-Damp Constitution? Expert Advice from Professor Wu Huanlin, a Disciple of Master TCM Practitioner Deng Tie Tao

How to Adjust Phlegm-Damp Constitution? Expert Advice from Professor Wu Huanlin, a Disciple of Master TCM Practitioner Deng Tie Tao

▲Professor Wu Huanlin is the academic successor of Master TCM Practitioner Deng Tie Tao and the head of the Cardiovascular Department at Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. “Eating three hundred lychees daily, I would not hesitate to be a Lingnan person.” This famous quote by Su Dongpo not only made lychee famous but … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Impact of Yin Deficiency on Phlegm-Dampness Should Not Be Ignored!

Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Impact of Yin Deficiency on Phlegm-Dampness Should Not Be Ignored!

Regarding the principles and methods of treating phlegm-dampness caused by Yin deficiency, many physicians throughout history (especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties) have discussed this topic. However, there has been little introduction to its pathogenesis and treatment over the years. The author shares their understanding and clinical experience regarding this issue. After reading this … Read more

Eliminating Phlegm and Dampness: The Ancient Formula to Combat High Blood Pressure, Obesity, and Insomnia

Eliminating Phlegm and Dampness: The Ancient Formula to Combat High Blood Pressure, Obesity, and Insomnia

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 high blood pressure, obesity, and insomnia. Let’s take a closer look!Our common “three highs” refer to high blood sugar, high blood … Read more

Zhang Siter: The Phlegm-Dampness Caused by Yin Deficiency Should Not Be Ignored!

Zhang Siter: The Phlegm-Dampness Caused by Yin Deficiency Should Not Be Ignored!

TCM Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Clinical Study of Traditional Chinese MedicineIntroduction: The principles and treatments regarding phlegm-dampness caused by Yin deficiency have been discussed by physicians throughout history (especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties), but there has been little introduction to its pathogenesis and treatment over the years. The … Read more

The Harm of Phlegm-Dampness to the Human Body

The Harm of Phlegm-Dampness to the Human Body

What is “Phlegm-Dampness” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), how is it formed in the human body, how to identify and analyze the strange diseases caused by phlegm-dampness, and how to choose appropriate treatment methods and herbal formulas. What exactly is phlegm-dampness in TCM, and what strange diseases can it cause? Phlegm-dampness is formed due to … Read more

Why Supplementation May Not Work for Those with Deficiency: Symptoms and Solutions

Why Supplementation May Not Work for Those with Deficiency: Symptoms and Solutions

Meridians, Acupuncture Points, and Resources – Click here to receive for free 》》》 When one is deficient, even drinking black-boned chicken soup can lead to nosebleeds and heat. But what if you have cold hands and feet all year round? There is a type of deficiency known as “deficiency that does not accept supplementation” In … Read more

How to Address Gastric Polyps Caused by Mixed Cold and Heat Symptoms?

How to Address Gastric Polyps Caused by Mixed Cold and Heat Symptoms?

Click the blue text Follow us Last month, a patient with gastric polyps came to me for a follow-up. He had basically completed his treatment and was just waiting for a gastroscopy check-up early next year. Based on his current condition, I believe he will have a good result. This patient had been diagnosed with … Read more