The medical function indicates the channels an herb will enter and the channel distribution reflects the herb’s medical function. This is based on the Theory of: the Theory of Zang-fu organs the Theory of Channels
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The Science of Distant Healing
The Science of Distant Healing By Srinivasan Pillay http://www.huffingtonpost.com/srinivasan-pillay/the-science-of-distant-he_b_177986.html There is much written about how our good intentions help others. But can your good intentions really reach someone who is not physically present, and how do we know this? In this column, I will present the current evidence that discusses this phenomenon and provide some […]
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Herbs contraindication in pregnancy 1. absolute contraindication 1) herbs with toxicity or drastic action( shui yin, xiong huang, ban mao, ma qian zi, chan chu, chuan wu, cao wu, li lu, gu di, ba dou, gan sui, da ji, yuan hua, qian niu zi, shang lu) 2) herbs that move qi and blood strongly: (such […]
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Achene—a small, dry fruit that contains one loose seed and that does not split open spontaneously Acuminate—tapering gradually to a point at the apex Acute—coming sharply to a point at the apex Alternate—arranged singly at different points along a stem or axis Annual—completing the cycle from seed to death in one year of season Apex—the […]
Continue readingDx Definitons: Commonly used terms to describe TCM concepts
AVERSION TO COLD: A symptom usually associated with a Wind invasion where the patient has the chills, but cannot get relief through application of warmth (e.g., covering up with blankets or putting on extra clothes does not warm up the patient). BLOOD STASIS: A pathogenic condition also termed “blood stagnation,” where the flow of blood […]
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BODY FLUID JIN YE I. Lung, Spleen and Kidney involved in water metabolism. A. Lung: disperses and descends qi and body fluid. If this function of Lung fails, edema may occur, usually in the face. This type of edema is often treated by inducing sweating, using the opening and closing of pores (another function of […]
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BLOOD XUE I. Definition A. Red liquid, rich in nutrition, circulates in blood vessels. B. Form of Qi, more concentrated; dense form of Qi; inseparable from Qi. C. Blood carries Qi; Qi attached on Blood; Qi moves and pushes Blood to circulate. II. Formation A. Food and water / B. Nutritive Qi, Kidney Essence and […]
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Four kinds of pulse are the key criteria in examination: the Floating, Deep, Slow, and Rapid. The floating and deep can be discerned by light and heavy pressure of the fingers (respectively). The slow and rapid may (respectively) become the moderate and the racing. This can be identified by (counting) respirations. If a pulse is […]
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The five transformations (elements) system of the ancient Chinese served as an aid for understanding the limitless correspondences that pervade every facet of life. In the six divisions in the six influences we discover simple yet effective patterns that describe the constitution the condition of an individual. Pungent (Including acrid, Spicy, hot, and aromatic flavors) […]
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salt and water
Take a small pinch of salt (preferably pink Himalayan salt) at night before bed with a glass of water. This practice helps keep you hydrated while you sleep. The salt helps you retain water in your circulatory system to combat the loss of moisture from respiration when asleep. The salt also provides many needed trace […]
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