Foundational Theories [12]
Jin and Ye: Understanding Body Fluids in TCM
Exploring the Role of Body Fluids in Health and Disease
🔶 Introduction
While concepts like Qi, Blood, and Essence (Jing) are well known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the role of bo
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The Shen (Spirit): Understanding the Heart-Mind Connection in TCM
Exploring the Role of Shen in Emotional and Mental Health
🔶 Introduction
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of Shen (神)—often translated as spirit, mind, or consciousness—is
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The Role of the Spleen in TCM: The Center of Digestion and Qi Production
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Spleen (脾) is one of the most important organs in the body, playing a central role in the production of Qi, Blood, and the proper functioning of the digesti
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The Concept of Qi in TCM: The Vital Force of Life
🔶 Introduction
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of Qi (气) is at the heart of understanding health, illness, and the body’s interactions with the environment. Qi is often translat
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Yin-Yang and Its Role in Health and Disease
The principle of Yin-Yang (阴阳) is one of the most fundamental concepts in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It represents the dynamic balance between two opposing, yet complementary forces that gov
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《Essence (Jing): The Root of Life in Traditional Chinese Medicine》
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Essence (Jing, 精) is considered the most fundamental and precious substance of the human body. It is the root of life, the source of growth and development, and
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The Triple Burner (San Jiao): The Mysterious Organ of TCM
Among the internal organs of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), none is as enigmatic as the Triple Burner (San Jiao, 三焦). Described in the Huangdi Neijing as an “organ without form”, San Jiao has no
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The Five Elements in TCM: Understanding the Cycles of Life and Health
The Five Elements Theory (五行学说) is a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), offering a symbolic and functional map of how the natural world and the human body interact.
The five elemen
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The Concept of Blood (Xue) in TCM
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Blood (Xue, 血) is a fundamental substance of life, intricately linked with Qi (vital energy) yet distinct in nature and function. While Western medicine sees bl
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What Is Qi? Exploring the Vital Energy in TCM
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Qi (气) is one of the most fundamental yet often misunderstood concepts. Frequently translated as “vital energy” or “life force,” Qi is the dynamic force that an
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