Wang, wen, qie, wen (望闻切问) is the method of diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Color diagnosis (色诊) is a part of visual diagnosis (望诊). Observing the complexion and color is not only for doctors; we can also use it for self-examination. In Chinese culture, red and yellow are the primary colors. Each person has … Read more
Deficiency syndromes refer to a variety of chronic diseases caused by the deficiency of organs and weakened vital energy. Although these syndromes are numerous and complex, they are always related to the five organs, and the damage to the five organs generally involves Yin, Yang, Qi, and Blood. In summary, there are Yin deficiency, Yang … Read more
Comprehensive Collection of Traditional Remediesto Promote Health Knowledge Click below to follow for free↓↓↓ 1. General Spleen Qi Deficiency: If you often feel particularly weak, have loose stools, and are reluctant to speak or feel lethargic, with a swollen tongue, you are experiencing general Spleen Qi deficiency. 2. Spleen Qi Deficiency with Dampness: If you … Read more
The pace of life today is extremely fast, and many people are particularly busy with work and under significant stress, leading to a condition known as Qi Deficiency, which can cause considerable harm to the body. So how can we nourish our Qi? Qi deficiency may shorten lifespan! Do you suffer from one of these … Read more
This article guide Qi deficiency and Yang deficiency are similar yet distinct; this article teaches you to accurately identify and nurture your health. Qi deficiency, Yang deficiency, Yin deficiency, Blood deficiency, and Essence deficiency are types of deficiencies that may require differentiation and identification for beginners. In the previous section on organ manifestations, we discussed … Read more
First, let’s take a look at the manifestations of Qi deficiency and its symptoms. Generally, the most common Qi deficiencies occur in the lungs, spleen, and kidneys, particularly in the lungs. This is because, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the lungs are referred to as the “master of Qi”. Therefore, Qi deficiency is most often … Read more
What Are the Specific Manifestations of Qi Deficiency?1. Frequent Shortness of Breath and Chest Tightness Frequent occurrences of shortness of breath and chest tightness are manifestations of lung Qi deficiency (肺气虚, fei qi xu). Individuals may feel breathless even with slight exertion or experience a sensation of insufficient air. Additionally, some may experience chest tightness, … Read more
♦ As the most balanced constitution, how should individuals with a平和体质 (pinghe tizhi, harmonious constitution) maintain their health? ♦ How should individuals with血淤体质 (xue yu tizhi, blood stasis constitution) adjust their lifestyle and diet for better health? ♦ Before the body deteriorates, there are several signals to watch for; these phenomena should not be ignored. … Read more
Theme of This Issue Li Fangli, Director of the Preventive Medicine Department at Shenzhen Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (Longgang), advocates for “harmonizing Yin and Yang, treating body and spirit together, and strengthening the foundation to prevent disease,” emphasizing a human-centered approach and the unity of heaven and humanity, which refers to the … Read more
Coix seed is one of the earliest staple foods used by the Chinese and is also the most effective diuretic in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), representing a brilliant pearl in Huaxia culture.Archaeological analysis of relics from the Hemudu site has revealed that coix seeds have a history of over 6000 years. At least since the … Read more