Yue Du Zhong Yi Daily 11:30 Pushes the Freshest Authoritative and Quality Knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine If you like it, please star it for me Editor’s Guide The theory of TCM constitution classifies the constitution into nine types, including Pinghe (Balanced), Yang Xu (Yang Deficiency), Phlegm-Damp (Tan Shi), Blood Stasis (Xue Yu), etc. We … Read more
Body constitution refers to the inherent and relatively stable characteristics of individuals in terms of morphology and functional activities, which are related to psychological traits. The discussion of body constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) began in the Western Han Dynasty with the “Huangdi Neijing” (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) and has developed into a comprehensive … Read more
Due to the decline of the spleen’s ability to transform and transport water and dampness, or obstacles in the circulation and excretion of fluids within the body, water and fluids cannot properly nourish the body, leading to abnormal accumulation and becoming a pathological substance. This abnormal accumulation of water and fluids is referred to as … Read more
Don’t want to miss our updates? Click on the blue text above “Anhui Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Management Center” to follow us And click the “···” menu in the upper right corner, select “Pin to Top” Identification of TCM Constitution —Phlegm-Damp Constitution— In daily life, do you have the following troubles: Do … Read more
Click on the “Nanyang First People’s Hospital” above to follow us What is Phlegm-Damp Constitution? Phlegm-Damp Constitution refers to a physical state characterized by the accumulation of phlegm and dampness due to the stagnation of body fluids, primarily marked by a heavy and turbid constitution.The formation and change of constitution are influenced by various internal … Read more
Yin deficiency is often caused by the aftermath of febrile diseases, prolonged illnesses that deplete Yin fluids, or excessive emotional stress, sexual activity, and the consumption of warming and drying substances, leading to a deficiency of Yin fluids. This results in the body losing its nourishing and moistening substances. Additionally, when Yin fails to control … Read more
“Winter is the golden season for replenishing deficiencies and adjusting the body constitution. Recently, many articles have been published on winter supplementation, but many friends have commented that they have a Yin deficiency constitution, often experiencing excess heat. Many supplementation recipes are not suitable for them, so I hope to provide some nourishing soups suitable … Read more
●The human constitution is influenced by both congenital endowment and acquired factors, which often determine the body’s susceptibility to certain pathogenic factors. However, constitution is not fixed; external environment, living conditions, and other factors can alter a person’s constitution. Therefore, for those with unfavorable constitutions, individuals can correct imbalances through changes in environment, dietary adjustments, … Read more
What is Yin Deficiency? To determine if you belong to the category of Yin deficiency, one of the most obvious examination methods is to check for heat. If you often feel heat in your heart area, prefer to touch cooler objects with your hands and feet, and like to keep your limbs outside the blanket … Read more
Symptoms of Yin Deficiency with Excess Heat 1. Body Emaciation Individuals with Yin deficiency have excess stomach heat, can eat and drink well, but have a fast metabolism, leading to weight loss despite high food intake. They appear lean with relaxed muscles. 2. Irritability and Insomnia Yin deficiency causes internal heat to attack the heart, … Read more