Abstract: • The term “中医” (zhōng yī, Traditional Chinese Medicine) has been in use for nearly 2000 years. The ancient meaning of “中医” dates back approximately 1800 years, referring to its previous existence; the modern meaning of “中医” has been in use for about 160 years, referring to its current existence. • Before being recorded … Read more
Follow Us for a Better Life Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as an ancient medical practice in China, has accumulated a wealth of treatment experiences over thousands of years. This article will introduce some classic cases of TCM treatments throughout history, allowing us to appreciate the magical charm of TCM. Ancient TCM Treatments for Royal Diseases … Read more
1. The Origin of Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Sages Traditional views hold that the knowledge of Chinese medicine was passed down from ancient sages such as Fuxi, Shennong, and Huangdi. Texts like the Huainanzi and Tongjian Waiji state that the emergence of sages led to the flourishing of medical practices and the establishment of … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Introduction: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as a treasure of Chinese medicine developed over thousands of years, is gradually attracting more attention with its unique charm. This article will take you on a journey to appreciate the profound depth of TCM and experience its perfect combination of tradition and … Read more
1. Wu Xin Fan Re (Five Hearts Heat): Refers to the sensation of heat in the palms and soles, accompanied by a feeling of heat in the chest. 2. Liu Zhu (Flowing Abscess): A type of purulent disease where toxic evils flow unpredictably, occurring in deeper tissues. It often manifests as localized swelling or abscesses, … Read more
Inheriting the legacy of Qi Huang, a public account with substance and warmth. Ai Yu Xiang Tang I have always wanted to write down my insights on learning Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to help those who are studying TCM and enthusiasts, reducing their learning curve. However, I struggled to express the profound theories of TCM … Read more
Why is traditional medicine in China called “Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)”? Most people might immediately respond, “Of course, it’s called TCM because it’s Chinese medicine!” You might think so too. But you would be mistaken. Traditional Chinese medicine was previously referred to as “National Medicine” or “Han Medicine.” So, how did the term “Traditional Chinese … Read more
The term “Traditional Chinese Medicine” (zhōng yī) originated in the Han Dynasty and is commonly found in two contexts: one is in ancient literature, especially medical texts; the other is as a phrase in proverbs, such as “If you have an illness and do not treat it, you will often receive Traditional Chinese Medicine” and … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) encompasses the heavens, geography, and human affairs, representing the essence of Chinese traditional culture. Mastering TCM means grasping the quintessence of this culture. The reason why Chinese people can be called Chinese is that they inherit thousands of years of traditional culture. If one knows nothing about it, can they still … Read more
1. Overview of the Development of Ancient Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) encompasses thousands of years of experience and theoretical knowledge of the ancient Chinese people in combating diseases. Guided by a primitive materialistic view and spontaneous dialectical thinking, it gradually formed and developed into a medical theoretical system through long-term medical practice. It … Read more