Phlegm-damp constitution is currently a common type of constitution. So how can one identify if they have a phlegm-damp constitution? What is phlegm-damp? Phlegm-damp is a concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). “Phlegm” can be divided into tangible phlegm and intangible phlegm. Tangible phlegm can be understood as the phlegm produced during coughing, while TCM … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us Phlegm-damp constitution, as the name suggests, is a condition characterized by an excess of phlegm and dampness in the body. This condition is commonly referred to in folk terms as having “too much dampness.” Individuals with this constitution often exhibit obesity, a soft and distended abdomen, a … Read more
Overview Gan Jiang (干姜) refers to the dried rhizome of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). The best quality is characterized by a firm texture, a yellowish-white cross-section, a strong aroma, and a sufficient powdery consistency. In ancient China, the famous physician Tao Hongjing mentioned Gan Jiang: “For making Gan Jiang: soak in water for three … Read more
The Five Major Effects and Functions of Aconite, and Who Should Avoid It The Five Miraculous Effects and Functions of Aconite 1. Warming Yang and Dispelling Cold, Reviving Yang Aconite (Fu Zi) is extremely warming, with a pungent and sweet flavor, and it enters the Heart (Xin), Kidney (Shen), and Spleen (Pi) meridians. It is … Read more
Fuzi (Aconitum carmichaelii) is one of the four major herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) (along with ginseng, gypsum, and rhubarb), collectively known as the “Four Pillars of Medicine,” highlighting its significance. The primary function of Fuzi is to warm the yang of the five organs. Historically and in modern times, Zhang Zhongjing is recognized … Read more
We often discuss how insufficient Yang Qi can lead to the internal generation of cold dampness, resulting in a variety of ailments. Today, let’s take a look at a tongue diagnosis sent by a fan, which is a typical representation of insufficient Yang Qi in the body, specifically Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency, a common … Read more
For listeners who enjoy audiobooks, you can click below to listen to the audio. “If there is deficiency, supplement it.” When Yang is deficient, it must be supplemented. Although the term Yang deficiency is used, all five organs have Yang, so the treatment varies. Different individual conditions require targeted approaches to supplement Yang to achieve … Read more
Some people often experience symptoms such as stomach pain and indigestion in winter, attributing it to cold stimulation, and believe it will improve in summer. However, now that summer has arrived, symptoms like diarrhea and decreased appetite have started to appear frequently, which is mostly due to pi xu wei han (Spleen Yang Deficiency and … Read more
The spleen and stomach are the foundation of postnatal life and must not be harmed. Once damaged, recovery is slow and difficult. Here are some methods for daily spleen and stomach care for your reference. Methods First, massage the Dai Mai (Belt Vessel). The spleen governs transportation and transformation; when the spleen and stomach are … Read more
Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency (Pí Wèi Xū Hán) is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to the deficiency of Yang Qi in the spleen and stomach, characterized by the presence of internal cold. This condition includes both Spleen Yang Deficiency and Stomach Yang Deficiency, often caused by dietary imbalance, excessive consumption … Read more