Understanding Phlegm-Damp Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Phlegm-Damp Constitution in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Phlegm-Damp Constitution According to “Zhang Yuqing’s Medical Cases”: “Those with a robust body often have more dampness and phlegm, thus treating phlegm is a priority.” The Phlegm-Damp Constitution is characterized by the accumulation of phlegm and dampness due to the stagnation of body fluids, primarily manifesting as a heavy and turbid physical state. Common symptoms … Read more

The Concept of Yin-Yang Balance in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Concept of Yin-Yang Balance in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Yin-Yang balance is an important concept in ancient Chinese philosophy and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Below is its specific meaning: The concept of Yin-Yang originates from ancient Chinese philosophy, summarizing the opposing sides of certain interconnected phenomena in nature, such as heaven and earth, sun and moon, day and night, cold and heat, and male … Read more

Translation of Huangdi Neijing: Ling Shu Chapter 75

Translation of Huangdi Neijing: Ling Shu Chapter 75

Huangdi said: Well spoken. Huangdi continued: The method of needling as mentioned in the chapter on “Jie Jie” refers to the needling of the six fu organs’ collateral channels, which do not have fixed locations. Please explain this in detail. Qibo replied: This condition arises from an excess of Yang Qi and a deficiency of … Read more

Cinnamon: Guiding Yang Qi Back Home

Cinnamon: Guiding Yang Qi Back Home

【Disclaimer】The images and text are sourced from the internet. If there is any infringement, please contact us for removal! Introduction: “The Yang Qi of the lower jiao says to the true Yang of the upper jiao: ‘Come back, the lower jiao is already our Yang Qi’s territory.’ The true Yang of the upper jiao wants … Read more

Aconite’s Potent Effects on Yang: Immediate Benefits but Long-Term Depletion of Yang Qi

Aconite's Potent Effects on Yang: Immediate Benefits but Long-Term Depletion of Yang Qi

TCM Book Club Issue 2571 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners Due to changes in the public account’s push mechanism, articles may no longer appear in chronological order, and you might not see TCM Book Club articles in your timeline. If you wish to receive articles from the Book Club promptly, you … Read more

Is Aconite Toxic? Poor Quality? Here Are Alternative Medicines

Is Aconite Toxic? Poor Quality? Here Are Alternative Medicines

For listeners who enjoy audiobooks, you can click below to listen. Recently, I have been considering alternatives to Aconite, especially due to complaints from office workers about the lengthy decoction time required for Aconite. However, Aconite is toxic, and when used in doses over 10 grams, I always advise a preliminary decoction of about one … Read more

Aconite’s Potent Role in Warming Yang: Short-Term Benefits vs. Long-Term Depletion of Yang Qi

Aconite's Potent Role in Warming Yang: Short-Term Benefits vs. Long-Term Depletion of Yang Qi

The use of Fu Zi (Aconite) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for reviving Yang and rescuing from collapse is well-known. Different processing methods yield various forms such as Yan Fu Zi (Salted Aconite), Hei Shun Pian (Black Shun Slices), Bai Fu Pian (White Aconite Slices), Pao Fu Pian (Processed Aconite Slices), and Dan Fu Pian … Read more

Boost Your Energy Naturally with Moxibustion: Say Goodbye to Coffee!

Boost Your Energy Naturally with Moxibustion: Say Goodbye to Coffee!

Do you often find yourself in this situation:struggling to get out of bed in the morning, feeling drowsy in the afternoon,relying on coffee to keep you going, yet feeling more tired with each cup? Don’t worry, today I recommend a “natural energy booster”——Moxibustion! It can not only make yourenergy levels soar,but also help youbreak free … Read more

The Doubling Effect of Moxibustion During the Dog Days: Which Acupuncture Points to Use and How Long?

The Doubling Effect of Moxibustion During the Dog Days: Which Acupuncture Points to Use and How Long?

Uncle Wen Says Making Traditional Chinese Medicine more beautiful, interesting, and closer to lifeHello everyone, for friends who love moxibustion, pay attention! The effects of moxibustion during the dog days are doubled! Uncle mentioned this during a live broadcast before. Moxibustion during the dog days is a great way to replenish Yang Qi, expel cold … Read more

The Marvelous Technique of Fire Needle Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Marvelous Technique of Fire Needle Therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The official WeChat account of the Weihai Municipal Health and Health Commission and the Weihai Municipal Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you have not followed yet, please click the blue “Weihai TCM” above to subscribe. Fire needle therapy is a technique within the realm of acupuncture, which involves using specially designed needles that are … Read more