Circulation Diagram of the Twelve Meridians and the Five Major Principles of Qi Flow

Circulation Diagram of the Twelve Meridians and the Five Major Principles of Qi Flow

We will first present the diagram of the twelve meridians along with the twelve hexagrams, twelve time periods, and twelve organs, as shown below, and then proceed with further research. 1. Summary of Human Meridians and Naming of the Twelve Meridians Ancient scholars emphasized the interaction of Yin and Yang, stating that the interaction of … Read more

The Integration of the Twelve Meridians and the Twelve Earthly Branches Memory Method

The Integration of the Twelve Meridians and the Twelve Earthly Branches Memory Method

The flow sequence of the twelve meridians starts from the Middle Jiao, beginning with the Lung (Shou Taiyin Fei) and ending with the Liver (Gan), then returning from the Liver to the Lung, thus circulating continuously, as indicated by the arrows below: Starting from the Middle Jiao, from the Hand Taiyin Lung (Yin) → Hand … Read more

Overview of the Five Organs and Six Bowels in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Overview of the Five Organs and Six Bowels in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine categorizes the important internal organs of the human body into two main types: the “Zang” (organs) and “Fu” (bowels). The theory regarding these organs is known as the “Zangxiang” (藏象) theory. “Zang” refers to the internal organs that are hidden within, while “xiang” refers to manifestations or images. This means that although … Read more

The Operational Patterns of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in the Human Body

The Operational Patterns of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in the Human Body

The five Zang organs are responsible for storage and are considered Yin. The Fu organs are part of the digestive system, representing Yang. Within this framework, the Yin Wood corresponds to the liver (Gan), while the Yang Wood corresponds to the gallbladder (Dan). The Yin Fire is associated with the heart (Xin), and the Yang … Read more

The Relationship Between the Six Fu Organs

The Relationship Between the Six Fu Organs

Click↑ Follow us in blue! II. The Relationship Between the Six Fu Organs The physiological functions of the six Fu organs—gallbladder (Dan), stomach (Wei), large intestine (Da Chang), small intestine (Xiao Chang), bladder (Pang Guang), and San Jiao—are different, yet they all serve as organs for the transformation of food and the movement of fluids. … Read more

An Overview of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part 1)

An Overview of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part 1)

An Overview of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Part 1) Watch the exciting content in video format Today, we will discuss the “Five Zang and Six Fu” organs. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the five Zang organs are the liver (Gan), heart (Xin), spleen (Pi), lung (Fei), and kidney … Read more

Signals of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs (TCM Popular Science)

Signals of the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs (TCM Popular Science)

The five zang organs include the heart (xin), lungs (fei), spleen (pi), liver (gan), and kidneys (shen); the six fu organs include the gallbladder (dan), stomach (wei), small intestine (xiao chang), large intestine (da chang), bladder (pang guang), and san jiao (triple burner). The human body is an organic whole, and the functional activities of … Read more

The Relationship Between the Five Zang Organs and Six Fu Organs

The Relationship Between the Five Zang Organs and Six Fu Organs

Huang Yuanyu’s Diagram of Qi Mechanism Ascending and Descending The Relationship Between the Five Zang Organs and Six Fu Organs “Zang” refers to solid organs, including the heart (xin), liver (gan), spleen (pi), lungs (fei), and kidneys (shen). “Fu” refers to hollow organs, including the small intestine (xiao chang), gallbladder (dan), stomach (wei), large intestine … Read more

What Are the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs? Their Functions Explained

What Are the Five Zang and Six Fu Organs? Their Functions Explained

The Five Zang and Six Fu refer to various organs within the human body. “Zang” refers to solid organs “Fu” refers to hollow organs The Five Zang are the Heart (Xin), Liver (Gan), Spleen (Pi), Lungs (Fei), and Kidneys (Shen) These are important organ systems in the human body and are vital for maintaining life … Read more