Treatment of "Internal Heat" (Shang Huo) Caused by Cold-Damp Stagnation in the Spleen and Stomach: Efficacy and Differentiation of Treatment of Zhigan-Ganjiang DecoctionAs a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, I frequently encounter patients presenting with both cold constitution and symptoms of "internal heat" (Shang Huo). This often indicates cold-damp stagnation in the spleen and stomach...

Greater Snow (Daxue) Solstice Health Guide: Storing Yang Qi, Heat, and Body Fluids Three Key Points for a Comfortable WinterDecember 6th marks the Greater Snow (Daxue) solstice, one of the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar. The saying goes, "Neglect health during the Greater Snow, and you'll fall ill next year...

The "Stylish Man" from a Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective: Damp-Heat Constitution and the Hidden Killer of Male HealthThe term "stylish man," in modern society, typically describes a man at the forefront of fashion. However, from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, it might also subtly refer to a man with excessive damp-heat in his body...

Dry Mouth and Bitter Taste: Liver Fire or Stomach Fire? Learn to Identify the Source of Your HeatFrequent "heatiness" with a constant dry mouth and bitter taste, accompanied by bad breath, can be confusing. Is it liver fire or stomach fire? Many people are puzzled by this...

Recurrent Mouth Ulcers? Don't Just Clear Heat and Cool Down, It Might Be Kidney Yang Deficiency!Many people, when experiencing mouth ulcers, habitually purchase medications to clear heat and cool down, believing it's caused by excessive internal heat. However, many don't see their ulcers improve after taking these medications...

On the Eve of the End of Summer Heat: Eat Right, Avoid Certain Foods, and Be Cautious: A Guide to Health in Autumn"The spring grass dream in the pond is not yet awake, but the autumn sound is already heard in the leaves of the osmanthus tree on the steps." Time flies by like a white horse crossing a gap, and tomorrow, August 22nd, the 19th day of the seventh lunar month, is the day before the end of the dog days...

Tomorrow's "Full Day" of Last Heat: Sunbathe, Dress Lightly, Eat Flatbread, Embrace Autumn Coolness!August 14, 2024, the eleventh day of the seventh lunar month, marks the beginning of the Last Heat. While the beginning of autumn has passed, the summer heat lingers, and the "Autumn Tiger" continues to show its power...

Bidding Farewell to Summer's Heat, Welcoming Autumn's Arrival: Traditional Customs and Modern Wellness PracticesTomorrow, August 14th, marks the eleventh day of the seventh lunar month, signifying the end of the hottest period of the year, "Sn F Tin" (the Three Folds of Summer), and the beginning of its final phase M F (the Final Fold). This special day is steeped in traditional customs and wisdom for maintaining health and well-being, inviting us to explore its secrets...

How to Take a Health-Preserving Bath in the Summer Heat? 3 Acupressure Points to Help You Beat Fatigue!Summer is here, and with the scorching heat, taking a bath becomes a "must-do" for everyone to cool down. A cold shower instantly refreshes you, while a hot bath washes away the day's fatigue...

Summer Solstice Health Guide: Keeping Seniors Safe During the Scorching HeatIntroduction:Today marks the beginning of the Summer Solstice, officially ushering in the scorching summer months. The intense heat and humidity pose a challenge for everyone, but seniors require extra care and attention...

The Dog Days of Summer: A Guide to Staying Healthy Through 40 Days of HeatAs the old saying goes, "Hot in the dog days, cold in the nine yangs," and with the dog days of summer right around the corner, are you already starting to worry about how to survive the scorching heat? You might feel constantly sweaty, sticky, and struggling to eat and sleep well. It can be a real struggle...

Summer Nourishment: Treating Winter Illnesses in Summer, Seizing the Heat to Drive Out Cold"The hottest time is in the dog days of summer," After the start of the dog days, it's often the hottest period of the year. However, this year's dog days are a bit unusual, and we might be facing "humid heat" with alternating hot and cold days and frequent rain...