Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that “Qi and Blood” are the driving force and source of life activities in the human body. When Qi and Blood are sufficient and circulate normally, one has abundant energy and strong resistance to diseases. Conversely, if Qi and Blood are deficient, Qi may become chaotic, leading to stagnation, which … Read more
In the long-standing culture of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the fine needle technique, as the essence of acupuncture therapy, has endured for thousands of years. With its unique efficacy and profound cultural heritage, it has become a brilliant gem in the field of TCM. With the rapid development of modern technology, this ancient and miraculous … Read more
This is the 2073rd article from Da Yi Xiao Hu. Gao Fang, also known as medicinal paste, is generally composed of around 20 types of Chinese herbs and has excellent nourishing effects. According to TCM theory, winter is the best season for supplementation throughout the year, and during winter, Gao Fang is considered the optimal … Read more
As the saying goes: “In autumn and winter, nourish Yin, and Gao Fang is the choice.” Gao Fang is a traditional health-preserving method unique to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which not only draws from the strengths of folk medicine but also integrates the wisdom of renowned physicians throughout history. Helping you with autumn and winter … Read more
The Seven Emotions and the Five Organs are interconnected, with each emotion having its own characteristics. Next, let us discuss the relationship between the Seven Emotions and the Five Organs. The Huangdi Neijing states: “Humans have five organs that correspond to five emotions: joy, anger, sadness, worry, and fear.” The human body has five organs: … Read more
“Seven Emotions” refers to the seven normal emotional activities: joy, anger, worry, thought, sadness, fear, and shock. These are the responses of human consciousness to external stimuli. The Seven Emotions are closely related to the functions of the body’s organs. They are associated with the five organs, represented by joy, anger, thought, sadness, and fear, … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the term “damp-heat” does not refer to a specific organ disease. Instead, it indicates a state where the body’s digestive system undergoes a series of changes. Damp-heat is not merely a physical manifestation; it reflects an imbalance within the body’s internal environment. What we commonly refer to as damp-heat does … Read more
The slippery and rapid pulse (hua shuo mai) is a very common pulse pattern in clinical practice. Although it has been reiterated countless times, it is still necessary to elaborate on it again. As one of the five to seven common pulses, the slippery and rapid pulse described by Wu Ji does not represent a … Read more
1. Characteristics of the Pulse According to the “Essentials of Pulse Diagnosis”: “It flows back and forth smoothly, like beads rolling on a plate, neither advancing nor retreating.” In the “Binhuh Pulse Studies”: “It flows back and forth, smoothly turning, responding like beads on a finger.” In the “Correct Eye of Pulse Diagnosis”: “The sliding … Read more
I have been engaged in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over fifty years, studying numerous ancient texts on pulse diagnosis. Through long-term clinical practice, I have realized the necessity of combining pulse diagnosis with the three other diagnostic methods: observation, listening, and inquiry. It is also essential to fully understand the regularities and variations of … Read more