As the saying goes, “Many diseases are caused by phlegm,” and “phlegm” is a very undesirable substance, closely related to many diseases. Many modern individuals have a phlegm-damp constitution, but it is important to note that the concept of “phlegm” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) differs from the phlegm we commonly expect to cough up. … Read more
Many people believe that blood deficiency is the same as anemia, but in reality, there are certain differences. Many individuals with mild blood deficiency may not show anemia in blood tests; however, those with severe blood deficiency often meet the criteria for anemia. The Eight Major Symptoms of Blood Deficiency 1. Individuals with blood deficiency … Read more
For many postpartum mothers, the confinement period (坐月子, zuò yuè zi) is a time to replenish the energy expended during childbirth. However, if the diet is not appropriate, it may not provide the necessary nutrition, and excessive calories can hinder the return to pre-pregnancy body shape. Dr. Li Liyun, a specially invited expert from Guoshengtang … Read more
What foods are good for Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency? For Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency, it is advisable to consume foods that tonify the Spleen, invigorate Qi, awaken the Spleen, and aid digestion, such as Jing Mi (Japonica rice), Can Mi (glutinous rice), Guo Ba (crispy rice), Yi Mi (Italian rice), cooked Lou (lotus … Read more
As the ancient saying goes: “Women feel sorrow in spring, men feel sadness in autumn.” This refers to the tendency of women to become particularly melancholic in spring, often feeling sentimental. However, feeling down in spring is not exclusive to women; spring marks the beginning of a new year, and sensitive individuals may feel time … Read more
The following article is from the Chongqing Jiangbei District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, where the author is most concerned about your health. Team Medical Mentor: Qin Yun Chief TCM Physician Famous TCM Physician in Chongqing Guiding Teacher of Qin Yun’s Inheritance Studio Director of Pediatrics at Jiangbei District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital 【Weekly Dish】The essence … Read more
Today, on December 7, 2023 (the 25th day of the 10th month in the year of Gui Mao), at 17:32, the sun reaches the celestial longitude of 255°, marking the arrival of the Great Snow (Da Xue) in the Northern Hemisphere according to the 24 solar terms. From the “Collected Explanations of the 72 Seasonal … Read more
Food Divided Into Four Natures Some people have a cold constitution, some have a hot constitution, and some have a damp constitution… Just like human “constitution”, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), food has four different properties: cold, hot, warm, and cool, known as the “Four Qi” or “Four Natures”. Different constitutions require different types of … Read more
With the improvement of living standards, people’s awareness of health care has become increasingly strong. The autumn and winter seasons are also the times when many people choose to nourish their bodies, so the term “nourish” has been frequently mentioned recently. When it comes to “nourishing,” there is always an unavoidable topic, which is “deficiency,” … Read more
All things in the world have yin and yang, and kidney deficiency also has its yin and yang distinctions. Kidney Yang deficiency and Kidney Yin deficiency are quite different; thus, nourishing the kidneys must be tailored to the specific type, rather than blindly supplementing. Kidney Yang Deficiency and Kidney Yin Deficiency: Like Ice and Fire … Read more