▍Source: Combined Medication Stomach cold (胃寒) is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to the deficiency of Yang Qi in the spleen and stomach, caused by excessive consumption of cold foods or the direct invasion of cold pathogens leading to the stagnation of Yin cold in the stomach. The primary causes of … Read more
01 Observation of TeethTeeth Moisture and Dryness Glossy and Dry: The surface of the teeth is dry but retains a shine—indicating Stomach Heat injuring fluids, with Kidney Yin not yet exhausted. Dry as Bone: The surface of the teeth is dry and lacks luster—indicating Kidney Yin depletion. Teeth Dry and Black: The teeth are dry … Read more
When talking to someone, a close friend might suddenly say: “You have bad breath.” A casual friend might discreetly sit a bit farther away. This is the embarrassment of having bad breath.Severe bad breath is often accompanied by symptoms such as oral ulcers, gum swelling and pain, dry throat, bitter mouth, and even constipation. Why … Read more