The kidneys are regarded as the “foundation of congenital essence”; their Yin and Yang balance is the cornerstone of human health. The kidneys not only govern the metabolism of fluids and store essence and marrow but are also closely related to the body’s growth, development, reproduction, and aging. This article aims to deeply analyze the … Read more
Yin deficiency with excessive Yang fire refers to a state where Yin fluids are insufficient, leading to an overabundance of virtual fire. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Yin and Yang encompass: Qi as Yang, body fluids as Yin, above as Yang, below as Yin, left as Yang, and right as Yin. The balance of Yin … Read more
The mind and body of a person are interdependent. An optimistic and proactive spirit represents Yang, while a pessimistic and negative spirit represents Yin. Qian Duoduo, burdened by negative emotions, found her body overwhelmed, leading to a decline in immune function and a failure of the Ying and Wei (营卫) systems, placing her in a … Read more
The “Yijing (I Ching)” states: “One Yin and one Yang is called the Dao.” The concept of Yin and Yang in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is not as mysterious as it seems; rather, it represents a balance within the human body. TCM believes that the state of health in the human body is closely related … Read more
Body deficiency is generally divided into four types: 1. Qi Deficiency (Qi Xu) Constitution Manifestations: Mental fatigue, physical weakness, pale complexion, reduced appetite with abdominal distension, shortness of breath, reluctance to speak, wheezing, spontaneous sweating, pale tongue with thin white coating, weak pulse. Treatment method: Tonify Qi and strengthen the Spleen. Commonly used herbs: Huang … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) emphasizes “nourishing the deficient”, where the premise of nourishment is that one aspect of Qi, blood, Yin, or Yang is relatively weak. Without understanding one’s constitution, blindly engaging in health preservation and nourishment may instead burden and harm the body. For those who are unsure of their TCM constitution, you can … Read more
Promoting Traditional Chinese Medicine culture and enhancing the essence of TCM. Utilizing the advantages of TCM to showcase the spirit of TCM practitioners. Generally speaking, different individuals have varying constitutions. When adopting TCM health preservation methods, if one can arrange according to their constitution, it will lead to better health. Qi deficiency is a common … Read more
TCM Book ClubIssue 3874One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: To treat edema, one cannot avoid the three major methods—open the ghost gate, cleanse the residence, and eliminate the stagnant phlegm. The theory of invigorating blood and promoting diuresis has been recognized early in TCM, yet it is often overlooked, with the … Read more
Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 1126 One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction：This article should be studied in conjunction with the article “Using the Formulas and Methods from the “Essentials of the Golden Chamber” to Treat Rheumatic Diseases”. (Editor/Zhang Yajuan) Exploration of the Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases in the “Essentials of the … Read more
The disease of Xu Lao (虚劳) should be classified according to the Nan Jing (难经) into three categories: upper damage, middle damage, and lower damage. The so-called upper damage includes damage to the heart and lungs, which is described as “one damage affects the skin and hair, causing the skin to shrink and hair to … Read more