We will first present the diagram of the twelve meridians along with the twelve hexagrams, twelve time periods, and twelve organs, as shown below, and then proceed with further research. 1. Summary of Human Meridians and Naming of the Twelve Meridians Ancient scholars emphasized the interaction of Yin and Yang, stating that the interaction of … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine categorizes the important internal organs of the human body into two main types: the “Zang” (organs) and “Fu” (bowels). The theory regarding these organs is known as the “Zangxiang” (藏象) theory. “Zang” refers to the internal organs that are hidden within, while “xiang” refers to manifestations or images. This means that although … Read more
The five Zang organs are responsible for storage and are considered Yin. The Fu organs are part of the digestive system, representing Yang. Within this framework, the Yin Wood corresponds to the liver (Gan), while the Yang Wood corresponds to the gallbladder (Dan). The Yin Fire is associated with the heart (Xin), and the Yang … Read more
Click↑ Follow us in blue! II. The Relationship Between the Six Fu Organs The physiological functions of the six Fu organs—gallbladder (Dan), stomach (Wei), large intestine (Da Chang), small intestine (Xiao Chang), bladder (Pang Guang), and San Jiao—are different, yet they all serve as organs for the transformation of food and the movement of fluids. … Read more
The Six Fu organs refer to the gallbladder, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, bladder, and San Jiao (Triple Burner). Their physiological function is to “transport and transform substances,” and their physiological characteristics are “to excrete without storing” and “to be full but not overflowing.” Food enters through the esophagus into the stomach, where it is … Read more
