Sharing the Compendium of Materia Medica by the Ming Dynasty physician Li Shizhen Li Shizhen (1518—1593), styled Dongbi, later self-styled as Binhushanren, was from Waxiaba (now known as Boshi Street) in Qizhou Town, Qichun County, Hubei Province. He was a renowned medical scientist of the Ming Dynasty. Later, he served as the chief physician at … Read more
Reading the Huangdi Neijing for Physical and Mental Health Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) embodies the profound ancient philosophical wisdom, health preservation concepts, and practical experiences of the Chinese nation, serving as a key to unlock the treasure trove of Chinese civilization. The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) is the foundational work of TCM and … Read more
This article is approximately6800 words long, and it takes about14 minutes to read Exploring Chinese Characters (024) Harmonizing Yin and Yang – Explanation of “Yang”(陽、昜) Zhu Yinggui The idiom “harmonizing Yin and Yang” means to bring order to Yin and Yang. What do we mean by “Yin and Yang”? From the original meaning of the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health: Nourishing the Heart and Virtue By Dr. Liu Jing, Chief Physician of Dermatology Professor Deng Tietao, a staunch advocate of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), famously said, “To maintain health, one must first nourish the heart; to cultivate character, one must first nurture virtue.” At the age of 104, he exemplifies … Read more
Health preservation, also known as health maintenance or Daoist health cultivation, refers to the methods and philosophies aimed at protecting and enhancing life. It encompasses all practices beneficial to physical and mental health, such as diet, exercise, breathing, and emotional regulation. During the Pre-Qin period, three academic schools focused on health preservation: the health preservers, … Read more
Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 3214 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction：This case involves an elderly patient, who has experienced right hypochondriac distension and pain for over two months. The initial diagnosis showed no significant effect, but during the second diagnosis, the formula Chai Hu Shu Gan San (Bupleurum Powder to … Read more
The Foundations of TCM Philosophy The Interactions of the Five Elements Question:What is the generation cycle of the Five Elements? What is the order? Answer:The generation cycle of the Five Elements refers to the orderly relationships of nurturing, supporting, and promoting among the five categories: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Order: Starting from Wood, … Read more
Professor Liu Lihong of Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine: Chief Professor at the Institute of Classical Chinese Medicine Clinical Research, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, formerly a student of renowned physicians Li Ke and Lu Chonghan. Introduction: The book “Thinking about Traditional Chinese Medicine” emphasizes the leading role of Yang Qi, and I am pleased … Read more
As a representative of traditional Chinese science and technology and a crystallization of traditional culture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has created two miracles in the history of world science: one is a historical miracle, where TCM has safeguarded the survival and reproduction of the Chinese people; the other is a practical miracle, relieving countless patients … Read more
Chapter Two: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health Preservation and Wellness 1. The Philosophy of Health Preservation in TCM Nowadays, many people’s lifestyles often contradict the natural laws. For instance, they spend the time meant for sleep on their phones, computers, socializing, or working overtime; during the day, they feel lethargic. In winter, when warmth and … Read more