Yes, I am a “Qi Deficiency Person”.Qi deficiency people have a hard time:They can’t stand straight, can’t sit straight, and love to lounge on the sofa, feeling deflated like a balloon;They have a vacant look, catch colds easily during seasonal changes, and feel the effects of spring and autumn;My period often arrives early, and I … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of the five organs refers primarily to the heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys. The health of these organs is essential for vitality and spirit. Many people often say “the five colors nourish the five organs”; what does this actually mean? I suspect many share my curiosity. Today, … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) classifies human constitution into nine types, among which the Phlegm-Damp Constitution (tan shi ti zhi) is one. 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, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us! Identification and Regulation Phlegm-Damp Constitution “All diseases arise from phlegm”. 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, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of water and dampness, which transforms into … Read more
Characteristics of Phlegm-Damp Constitution The physical characteristics of phlegm-damp constitution include: a plump body shape, a soft and full abdomen. Common manifestations include: excessive facial oiliness, profuse and sticky sweating, chest tightness, excessive phlegm, a sticky or sweet mouth, a preference for rich, sweet, and sticky foods, a greasy tongue coating, and a slippery pulse. … Read more
Many people experience issues with liver qi stagnation. Initially, liver qi stagnation may only manifest as emotional disturbances, causing feelings of discomfort and a sense of blockage. Individuals often resort to sighing or losing their temper to relieve the stagnant qi within. This is due to insufficient liver qi flow, leading to stagnation and blockage … Read more