The Efficacy, Functions, Contraindications, and Consumption Methods of Cinnamon

The Efficacy, Functions, Contraindications, and Consumption Methods of Cinnamon

The Efficacy, Functions, Contraindications, and Consumption Methods of Cinnamon Cinnamon is the dried bark of the Cinnamomum verum plant from the Lauraceae family. The bark is aromatic and can be used as a spice. Its flavor is similar to that of Ceylon cinnamon but is spicier and less sweet, with a thicker texture. It is … Read more

The Two Medicinal Herbs Both Called ‘Fuzi’: A Single Character Difference, Yet Vastly Different in Use

The Two Medicinal Herbs Both Called 'Fuzi': A Single Character Difference, Yet Vastly Different in Use

Click the “blue text below the title to follow us Renowned Sichuan physician Zheng Qinan established an important school of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that emphasizes nurturing the body’s Yang Qi, known for its adept use of the toxic herb Fuzi (Aconite) to support Yang Qi, hence this school is also referred to as the … Read more

Differences Between Invigorating Yang, Warming Yang, and Tonifying Yang

Differences Between Invigorating Yang, Warming Yang, and Tonifying Yang

Yang Qi disorders can be categorized into two main types, aside from excessive Yang: one is Yang stagnation and the other is Yang deficiency. Yang stagnation occurs when Yang Qi is obstructed due to Qi stagnation, blood stasis, dampness obstruction, fluid retention, phlegm accumulation, or cold congealing, and the treatment should focus on invigorating Yang. … Read more

What Are the Differences Between Warming Yang, Tonifying Yang, and Unblocking Yang?

What Are the Differences Between Warming Yang, Tonifying Yang, and Unblocking Yang?

Yang deficiency is a common issue we encounter. Some individuals, upon experiencing Yang deficiency, directly use Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill) to warm and tonify Yang, but end up with symptoms of excess heat. What is the reason for this? To tonify Yang, it is essential to first understand the differences between … Read more

How to Treat Yang Deficiency?

How to Treat Yang Deficiency?

Many people consult Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners who diagnose them with Yang deficiency. Do you know that treating Yang deficiency is not simple? Let’s explore how TCM treats Yang deficiency. It is important to understand that warming Yang, tonifying Yang, and unblocking Yang are common methods for treating conditions related to Yang Qi. In … Read more

People with Yang Deficiency Should Beware of This; Use These Three ‘Secret Recipes’ to Easily Tonify Yang

People with Yang Deficiency Should Beware of This; Use These Three 'Secret Recipes' to Easily Tonify Yang

If you are always afraid of the cold, have cold hands and feet, and feel that your waist, back, abdomen, or knees are constantly chilly, you are likely suffering from yang deficiency (yang xu). At this time, you need to make some adjustments; otherwise, you may often feel lethargic, lack energy, and experience frequent diarrhea. … Read more

Classification of Yin Deficiency and Yang Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Which Type Are You?

Classification of Yin Deficiency and Yang Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Which Type Are You?

We all know that kidney deficiency is divided into kidney yin deficiency and kidney yang deficiency. Kidney yang has the functions of warming and transforming the body, while kidney yin serves as the material basis for nourishing and moistening various organs and tissues. The two interact and influence each other. The kidneys are the foundation … Read more